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New Home Construction: When to Engage a Contractor

4/30/2020

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ENGAGING A CONTRACTOR

New home construction requires as much time to prepare and plan as it will take to build your home.   Choosing your Contractor is one of the first steps to successfully managing your project and staying on budget and on time. 

WHEN
The best results happen when you engage your Contractor once you’ve decided you want to build.   A good Contractor will contribute greatly to the quality of your project and your long term enjoyment.  Ensure you choose a Contractor you have a good rapport with.  You’ll avoid many common frustrations by understanding how they talk and having your ideas heard.  Many hours in conversation will be spent with them and you will be making decisions on their advice.    

WHO
When searching for a Contractor, contact your local Builders Association to compile a list of reputable builders.  Be careful with any that give an estimate that is far below the average. Inexperienced estimators may leave out significant expenses whereas a quality Contractor will provide you with a detailed estimate and hire experienced skilled workers, an increase in cost and quality.  

WHAT

Your expectations for your new home will be discussed in detail.  What features will be best suited to your lifestyle, area of town that will provide the necessary amenities, the look versus required upkeep, the budget and timeline.  

WHY
Contractors understand the concerns, questions and frustrations involved in every stage of the process.  Details can ruin the big picture, especially any modifications that affect the sub-trades.  Experienced Contractors provide oversight and can anticipate and mitigate problems throughout the build.   


HOW

From these discussions your Contractor will liaise with your Realtor to ensure you're purchasing the right lot that fits within your expectations, coordinate and work with architects, geotechnical/structural engineers, interior designers and other professionals to provide input into the build plan and make suggestions for the most effective ways of turning your dreams into reality.  
During the build, dependant on your contract, your Contractor will monitor the entire project.  The budget, schedule, building permits right through to inspection, quality of sub-trades, delivery of product, and providing a signed Warranty upon completion of your project.  
Regular, scheduled contact with your Contractor throughout the project ensures there are no surprises.


Make your Contractor integral during  every stage of your project and you will have a less stressful, more cost effective experience and a home you will enjoy for years to come
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46 Comments
Adam Golightly link
4/29/2021 03:46:00 pm

My cousin has been thinking about doing some new construction around her home. She would really like to get some help from a professional in order to be more effective. I liked what you said about how they should ensure that they monitor the entire project, and have the right permits.

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Stephen Mocko link
5/10/2021 01:32:04 pm

Engaging a new contractor has its risks and administrative challenges. But there are benefits of hiring compliant contractors.

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Max Jones link
5/21/2021 11:40:29 am

Thanks for the info on construction projects. I want to build a home this summer. I'll start looking for a construction contractor to hire.

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Eli Richardson link
6/8/2021 01:20:16 pm

It's great that you talked about how it's important to find a contractor with experience in their field. Recently, my sister mentioned she wants to make some changes to her house. My sister wants to renovate her kitchen, add a pool, and build a garage, so I'll be sure to share this article with her. Thanks for the tips on construction projects and how to find a professional's help.

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Mia Evans link
6/15/2021 08:00:11 pm

Thanks for pointing out that contractors will be able to understand the details of the big picture of the structure to prevent issues. I will definitely hire a contractor that I can communicate well because I have lots of questions. It is my first time having a house built from scratch, and I want it to be perfect since I have saved up for this for years.

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ACS Cleaning link
7/1/2021 12:44:36 am

Excellent writing! We can take away a lot of important information from this article. Keep sharing great posts.

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Home Renovation Dehradun link
7/14/2021 12:04:19 am

Excellent Content! Thanks for providing so much value throught your article & blog also.

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Hailey Miller link
8/24/2021 08:05:47 pm

Thanks for pointing out that a good contractor will contribute greatly to the quality of our project so we should ensure to choose a contractor we can trust. This is really helpful because I am planning to have my dream house built next month. I am hoping to find a reliable builder on Monday who can construct my two-story house within eight months.

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Prashant Kumar link
9/21/2021 03:34:29 am

Hi, I would love to put my review for this article!

I am thinking of renovating my home and I found this blog post on the website it is going to help me a lot.

Thanks for shaing!

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Braden Bills link
10/5/2021 07:51:20 am

I want to get a new wing added to my home, but I'm not sure how to build it myself. It makes sense that working with a contractor for this kind of thing would be important. I'll be sure to get a home builder who has a lot of experience with home additions.

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Tex Hooper link
10/6/2021 04:17:38 pm

You make a great point about searching for a contractor on online lists. I need to have my bathtub refurbished. I'll have to hire a contractor who has good online reviews.

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John Carston link
10/25/2021 10:42:26 pm

I like how you mentioned that it requires so much time to prepare and plan to build your home. My uncle mentioned to me last night that they are planning to build a new home on their vacant site and asked if I have any idea what is the best option to do. Thanks to this informative article and I'll be sure to tell him that it will be much better if we consult a trusted construction company as they can answer all our inquiries and will provide the proper layout for their desired new home.

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John Carston link
10/27/2021 04:04:46 pm

I like how you mentioned that home construction requires as much time to prepare and plan as it will take to build your home. My uncle mentioned to me last night that they are planning to build a new home on their vacant site and asked if I have any idea what is the best option to do. Thanks to this informative article and I'll be sure to tell him that it will be much better if we consult a trusted construction company as they can answer all our inquiries and will provide the proper layout for their desired new home.

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Chance Cook link
11/2/2021 05:09:09 pm

Thanks for the advice to engage a contractor once I have decided to build to get the best results. I want nothing more honestly. So I will do what I can to get the best contractor too.

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Myra link
11/15/2021 10:16:44 pm

You have made some excellent points when it comes to hiring a contractor. To add-on, always make sure to document each detail of the project, timeline and delivery, so there are no issues later on. Thanks for sharing this informative blog.

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Kristofer Van Wagner link
11/16/2021 10:32:55 pm

I am in complete agreement that before having our house renovated, it is best that we discuss with our contractor our needs to determine how feasible it is. My wife and I are looking to have our home renovated. I will definitely hire an experienced contractor and discuss the renovation in great length before moving forward.

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Angel Cochran link
11/18/2021 02:02:37 pm

A contractor is a design or construction professional that you contract to perform a project in your home. When searching for a Contractor, contact your local Builders Association to compile a list of reputable builders.

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Eliza Harding link
12/12/2021 01:41:21 am

Thanks for pointing out that a quality contractor can provide a detailed estimate and hire skilled workers, increase in quality in cost. My brother shared with me that he is planning to have a storage building in the next 2 months and he wants to make sure that the materials that will be used are in good condition and quality. He is hoping to find a trusted contractor to help him with the construction of the building.

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Weareseos link
12/15/2021 05:18:26 am

Thank you, amazing post!

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Jeff Carbine link
12/21/2021 05:29:52 am

I never knew that choosing your contractor is one of the first steps to successfully managing your project and staying on budget and on time. Having a good contractor to choose the best design and option for the land is really hard. Thank you for sharing information about construction and contractors.

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kate hansen link
12/29/2021 12:45:55 pm

It was helpful when you said to find reliable builders. My husband and I want to remodel our living room. We'll keep these tips in mind as we search for a contractor to hire.

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Victoria Addington link
1/3/2022 06:38:19 pm

Thank you for explaining that the home construction contractor also monitors the entire project including the budget, schedule, building permits right through to inspection, quality of sub-trades, delivery of the product, and providing a signed warranty upon completion of your project. I am planning to build a property, but I'm afraid I won't be able to supervise everything with my busy schedule. Good thing the contractors can, I should look now for a reliable home construction contractor so we can start planning the building of my dream home.

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Prashant Kumar link
1/5/2022 04:15:15 am

Hey, I feel happy to put my comment on this blog post!

Thanks for giving such a useful information worldwide.

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John link
1/12/2022 09:47:11 pm

I like how you mentioned that it is important to prioritize details of your home as it is a big role. My cousin mentioned to me last night that he is planning to have his own home and asked if I have any idea what is the best option to do when choosing the best contractor. Thanks to this informative article, I'll be sure to tell him that consulting a trusted general building contractor as can help him find the best-qualified contractor.

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Kristofer Van Wagner link
1/21/2022 11:58:09 am

It is wonderful that this post stressed that when looking for an excavation contractor, it is best that we ensure they are credible. It makes sense for us to be mindful as in doing so, we will receive quality service. I will definitely look at hiring trained professionals to help get my land dug to build a pool.

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Construction Medicine Hat link
1/25/2022 06:17:54 am

While there are many tasks that you can tackle yourself, when it comes to building a new home or major renovation project, you will want to call upon the services of an experienced home construction contractor

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Kristofer Van Wagner link
2/15/2022 07:29:35 pm

You made an excellent point that one of the benefits of working with a professional contractor is that they will ensure that our construction is built properly and greatly. My sister mentioned she is looking to have a contractor hired. I will definitely keep this information in mind for future references.

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Tex Hooper link
3/25/2022 02:37:22 pm

Great tip about checking your budget compared to the timeline. I need to hire a contractor who can survey a tract of land I want to buy. I'll have to make sure he assesses the properly limits correctly.

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Retrofit Coordinator link
5/26/2022 01:53:11 pm

Thank You for the great post, And the perfect style of question/answer-based content. These questions always arise before starting construction. I appreciate your efforts, especially for what, why, and when questions.

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Millie Hue link
6/18/2022 03:54:42 pm

It really helped when you said that we have to make sure that the new home building contractors we will find will have a good rapport with us, since they will contribute greatly to the quality of our dream home. I hope that we can actually find a company with professionals like that now that we will need their services by next year. It has been our goal for the past three years to save up for our dream house which is why we want to make sure that we invest them to the right people by the time we have enough savings.

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Tex Hooper link
6/28/2022 06:01:04 pm

I like your construction tips. I need to get a contractor to help me out. My wife wants to expand our kitchen.

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Millie Hue link
7/26/2022 01:26:33 am

It's great to know that contractors would already understand the concerns, questions, and frustrations that we might have in the process of having a house constructed. I hope that we find a residential general contractor who can educate us well about the process with great patience, because it will be our first time. We just wanted to make sure that we use our savings correctly and not waste any money so that we don't go over our budget and affect our future expenses.

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Nagendra link
9/2/2022 03:49:30 am

The benefit of working with a professional construction company is that they will ensure that the construction will be built properly and greatly enhance the quality of our construction

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Eve Mitchell link
9/30/2022 10:13:43 am

Thanks for mentioning that the best results occur when you engage your contractor. My husband and I have been wanting to build a custom home all year. We'd love to hire a contractor to help us pick the right materials and design.

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Jessie Holloway link
11/9/2022 02:05:23 pm

Thanks so much for the tips on how to find a contractor when building. My sister just recently bought some land and wants to build her dream home. She's been looking into finding a contractor to help her with her project.

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New Office Space link
11/17/2022 09:55:55 pm

It's impressive what's been said. What you shared is very interesting.

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Iris Smith link
1/5/2023 06:17:26 pm

Thank you for mentioning that if you choose a contractor, your expectations for your new home will be thoroughly discussed. My sister desires to construct a new home. I'll advise her to speak with a qualified builder so that she may go over her expectations.

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Edmonton Home Interior Design link
3/16/2023 09:17:21 pm

This topic "New Home Construction: When to Engage a Contractor" offers advice on deciding whether or not to bring in a professional to help with a building job. This blog does a great job of explaining why and when you should work with a contractor, and it does so in a clear and engaging manner.

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Health and Safety Consultant link
5/1/2023 07:39:12 pm

Great article on the right time to engage a contractor for new home construction. It's essential to involve a contractor early on in the process, even during the design phase, to ensure that your vision aligns with the construction plans and that the necessary permits and approvals are obtained. Waiting until later in the process can result in costly changes and delays, so it's always best to start off on the right foot by enlisting the help of an experienced contractor from the beginning.

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Daisy James link
5/8/2023 12:40:01 pm

It was helpful when you said to find a contractor that you can communicate with. My husband and I want to get a custom home built for our family towards the end of summer, so I wanted to do some research on how to find the right contractor to help us. I appreciate you helping me learn more tips on how to find the right one for our custom home!

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garage lintel link
12/26/2023 05:31:20 am

Great article Lot's of information to Read...Great Man Keep Posting and update to People..Thanks

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Tennis Court Construction Hampshire link
1/15/2024 07:37:21 am

It's smart to seek recommendations from the local Builders Association and be cautious of estimates that seem too low. Choosing a quality contractor ensures detailed estimates and experienced workers, ultimately leading to better cost and quality outcomes.

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house builders Toowoomba link
1/23/2024 03:17:13 am

Home builders can offer valuable input during the design and customization phases.

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Get in Touch link
7/16/2024 06:50:10 am

What an insightful and thorough blog post! Your emphasis on engaging a contractor early in the process is spot-on. It's clear that choosing the right contractor can significantly impact both the quality of the project and the overall experience. Your detailed guidance on selecting a reputable contractor and maintaining good communication throughout the build is invaluable. Thanks for sharing these essential tips for anyone looking to embark on new home construction!

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Electrician link
8/27/2024 05:59:00 am

This blog post was really insightful! I remember when we built our house, and our contractor played a crucial role in avoiding major headaches—just as the author described. I especially appreciated the emphasis on having good communication with your contractor; it made our project go much smoother. Thanks for the helpful tips!

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custom home building link
8/27/2024 08:03:09 pm

When I built my home, I initially tried to handle some parts myself, but quickly realized how much smoother everything went once I brought a contractor on board. Your advice on maintaining open communication with your contractor is spot on—it's amazing how much it can impact the overall experience. Great insights, thanks for sharing!

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