- 1). Find a company you can trust to construct your residence. Pick a property builder who has a reputation for erecting strong houses that stand the test of time. Contact the National Association of Home Builders (see Resources). This organization can give you a sheet of reputable companies in your area.
- 2). Require the company you select to provide you with a record of past satisfied clients. This will show that your selected builder has nothing to hide and is receptive to any needs and concerns you have. You can also request to see pictures and physical locations of past homes the company has built.
- 3). Pay careful attention to the level of craftsmanship the home builder uses. A good time to view the properties constructed by these businesses is during a walk-through of a model property they use for purposes of display. Notice the attention to detail, strength of the property walls, and size of the rooms in the home you see. If you are able to telephone previous clients of the property building company, ask them what their experience was with the builder and find out if they are still happy with their houses.
- 4). Look over the paperwork provided by the builder. The company you select should provide you with written proof it will complete the project according to a specific time frame, hold insurance to protect you in the event of any unforeseen circumstances, and guarantee that the items in your house will not break down in the immediate future. Have all paperwork reviewed by a real estate attorney, and ask the builder to modify any sections of the contract that are not in your best interests.
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