Davis Custom Builders

Take your time when choosing a general contractor. The thought of building a new home can sometimes sweep you into a frenzy of house plans and budgets. It's easy to get caught up in the process, so be careful to not make a mistake.

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Check References:

Personal references - people who have used the contractors you are considering.
Local building inspectors
Abstract Companies
Banks

What are you looking for in a builder?

What is important to you?

Answering these questions early will help you to filter your initial list of contractors.

Things to Think About:

Quality
Budget
Professionalism
Administration
Scheduling Time Table

Remember..
You will be working with your contractor for up to a year. Find a contractor you can relate to, and who will listen to your concerns.

Top 3 Things to look for

Contractor and Sub Contractors are Insured
NO down payment
Exact Price in writing / Change Order Policies

Insured: Make sure that your Contractor and his sub contractors are fully insured. You will be held liable for uninsured contractors.
Down Payment: Work with a reputable Abstract Company who will do inspections when a bill is presented. Your abstract company will disperse money to the contractor after the work is completed and an inspection has been done.
Price: Your contractor should state an EXACT price for your project. Make sure the price contains sufficient allowances to meet your expectations. Never let the contractor charge you more. If you do decide to make changes along the way, make sure your contractor gives you a written Change Order. The change order should include any extra amount added to the contract and a new contract price. Both you and the contractor should sign the change order. This way there will be no surprises in the end.