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On average, the cost of a home builder is about $150 per square foot, but that price can range from around $100 to $400 per square foot or more. That puts the typical price range of a standard, 2,000-square-foot house between $200,000 and $800,000. Some factors that affect the price of hiring a home builder include the following:
Location of your home and the living cost in the area
Type of foundation and framing you choose
Quality of the building materials
Footprint and layout of the house
Number of stories
Builder’s experience
Yes, home builders need to be licensed in every state and municipality in the country. The specific license required varies based on the location and the work, but most states require that the builder hold a general contractor’s license at minimum. Some states and cities also require that plumbing, electrical, roofing, and sewage system construction require individual licenses, in which case the builder may subcontract the work. You can use Angi’s contractor licensing tool to confirm that the builder you’re considering holds all the proper licenses.
Yes, new home construction will always require building permits, no matter where you live. In most cases, you’ll need a general construction permit, along with plumbing and electrical permits for the utility lines in your home. Depending on where you live, you’ll likely find that you also need permits for things like connection to a sewage system or installing exterior components, like decks, driveways, patios, and curb cutouts. Leave navigating the permits required for new home construction to a professional to ensure your home is built legally and safely.
Hiring a reliable home builder is an essential task, but there are a few questions you can ask a potential builder to ensure you they are trustworthy and up to the task:
How long do you expect the process to take?
Are you fully licensed and insured?
How much of the work will you subcontract?
Will you pull all of the necessary permits for the job?
How long is the builder’s warranty you include with your work?
How do you handle resolution for issues I might have with the finished product?
How much experience do you have?
Building a new home can be more expensive than buying an existing one, depending on the housing market in your area. Many homeowners still find that building a new house is worth the investment as they can choose the exact layout they want, as well as to choose their own floors, wall coverings, appliances, and finishes. If you live close enough to the build site, you can also stop by to check on the builder’s progress, which can provide some peace of mind that the project is worth it.
For many aspiring homeowners, building a home will be one of their biggest investments. Here are a few questions to ask:
How much do home builders near me cost?
Most homeowners spend an average of $289,142 building a new house of about 2,000 square feet. The actual cost will depend on specific preferences - you could end up paying between $150,177 to $428,107. Fully customized homes often range between $350,000 to upwards of $1 million. Prefabricated homes are more convenient and affordable options, costing between $50,000 and $300,000.
What factors will affect the price of my new home?
- Material costs: influenced by size and shape.
- Labor: an hourly cost of contractors, architects, land surveyors and more.
- Location: the area of the country, accessibility, transportation costs and more.
What is a modular home?
Modular homes are prefabricated in sections or modules at a production site. After production these "modular" pieces are then transported to the building site.
What exact services do home builders provide?
Home builders are more than general contractors who are responsible for coordinating home construction. As a general contractor they play an important role in working with subcontractors in order to bring a final project to life.
What else do builders near me do?
Builders may also work on specific areas of the home, such as the floors, roofs, or outer frames. The home builder you work with will play a role in determining the final cost of many different parts of the project. Some home builders also offer land surveying, land development, home decor/design and even home loans.
What questions should I ask a home builder?
- What type of homes do you build?
- Can you give me a detailed estimate of the entire project?
- Which appliances and features can you include?
- Are you licensed and insured?
- How long will the project take?
- Do you belong to the National Association of Home Builders?
Make sure your home builder is aware of your specific design preferences, maximum budget and the type of home you desire. A custom home allows specific features that you desire. However, keeping track of the costs associated with building a home can easily become overwhelming. It’s important to take a step-by-step approach when building a home in order to understand the builders’ cost and other associated expenses.