What Type of Home Builder is Right for You?
When considering the type of home builder to hire – its important to understand that not all home builders are created equal. It’s important to choose the right home builder for your budget and lifestyle – and also to consider long-term investment value.
Production or Tract Builders
These homes are new construction in a large community or subdivision of similar homes. They are built for efficiency and tend to be more affordable.
- Typical of large new construction communities
- May include many types of homes: single family, townhouse and apartments
- Limited choice of models & floorplans
- Floorplans are created to maximize land use versus created to function for lifestyle
- Limited choice of elevations / facades
- Limited choice of finishes
- More affordable new construction home
Semi-Custom or Spec Home Builder
Semi-custom and Spec homes offer more customization. In the case of semi-custom homes standard floorplans will be the starting point with additional options for customization. Spec homes are homes built by a developer or builder for the purpose of resale. While these homes may offer premium finishes and more luxurious spaces – they are not designed specifically for a family’s needs.
- Wider variety of floorplans
- May be part of a development community being built in phases
- More options for customizing finishes and design
- More options for higher-end finishing
Fully Custom Home Builder
Custom homes offer buyers complete flexibility over home design and layout. Crafted to meet your family’s specific desires, style and needs, custom homes can accomodate unique requirements including multi-generational living, accessibility needs and home-based businesses. From ceiling height to trim to luxury finishes – a custom home is designed uniquely for you.
- Truly unique floorplan designed for you
- Craftsman design to every aspect of your home from trim to design details
- Ability to design the ideal home for your chosen land or lot
- Unique finishes and room layouts that make every inch of your home usable
- Custom exterior elements including pools, porches, decks and land development
