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The Role of the Custom Home Builder

April 1st, 2014|How to Choose a Custom Home Builder, Newsletter|

A lot of people don’t understand the sheer complexity of the builder’s job and the systems required to build a house from scratch. Many analogies have been used to describe the professional builder: the conductor of an orchestra, the captain of a ship, even a general executing a military campaign. The point is that the builder is the one who must coordinate the innumerable players and products needed to transform a set of two-dimensional drawings into a finished home. The builder has to make sure that everything happens just when it’s supposed to, and that the end result is exactly what the clients envisioned.

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How to Check References on Custom Home Builders

March 4th, 2014|How to Choose a Custom Home Builder, Newsletter|

Strategies for getting the most from this important step The vast majority of builders are happy to provide prospective clients with a list of people for whom they have recently built homes. They encourage prospective clients to call these references and ask about their experience and level of satisfaction.

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Nailing Down a Competitive Bid

December 3rd, 2013|How to Choose a Custom Home Builder, Newsletter|

A well-defined process can make bidding more accurate and productive. Homeowners see the competitive bidding process as a way to get the most value for their money. But it doesn't always work that way. Bids are only useful if they come from comparable companies, and if they are structured so that they can be accurately compared. Most owners, and even some architects, don't do a good job at this.

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Custom Home Construction – Plan to Succeed

November 5th, 2013|How to Choose a Custom Home Builder, Newsletter, Tips and Tools for Building Your Custom Home|

A complete set of plans and specs will eliminate problems and help ensure a smooth project. Never underestimate the importance of good plans and specifications to a successful new home build. These crucial documents need to be fully completed in order to generate a realistic price, schedule, and contract. Too often, however, they're left undone.

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Size Matters: Choose Your Custom Home Contractor Wisely

September 11th, 2013|How to Choose a Custom Home Builder, Newsletter|

The low-bid, budget company may cost more in the long run. Here's why. The Las Vegas housing market is improving with good values for existing homes playing a big part. Buying an existing house for a great price is only the first step in creating your new home. Many of today’s homebuyers are getting such a good deal that they have the ability to customize the new home to fit their family’s, needs with their aesthetics. Home construction, both new and remodeling, is increasing and with fewer custom contractors left after the recession the competition has increased. It is more important than ever to find the builder/contractor whose skills, staff and expertise is a match for your home.

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Eliminate Surprises by Clearly Defining the Job

July 2nd, 2013|How to Choose a Custom Home Builder, Newsletter, Tips and Tools for Building Your Custom Home|

Steve, Bart and the Merlin Custom Home Builders team understand that building a new home is one of the most important investments a family will make. In many cases it represents the single largest financial investment. The home is designed and built to provide years of pleasure, comfort, and security. It is the physical manifestation of "family" and the place where celebration and joy are expressed and experienced.

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Minimize Stress and Maximize Sanity

May 7th, 2013|How to Choose a Custom Home Builder, Newsletter, Tips and Tools for Building Your Custom Home|

Building a home can be stressful. Savvy homeowners choose a builder who will make it less so. But beyond making certain the company is licensed and insured and has provided a fair bid and a professional contract, how do owners determine whether a company will deliver on its promises and not tax their sanity? The answers lie in good systems. Companies with clearly defined management systems tend to be better organized, communicate more effectively and minimize unwanted surprises.

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It’s Your Choice

August 8th, 2012|Company News, How to Choose a Custom Home Builder, Newsletter|

The Professional Custom Home Builder walks a fine line. It is our job to balance a new home's cost and construction efficiencies while customizing our home design and specifications. We work closely with our clients and their architects and designers to develop the ultimate look and feel of their new home so that it meets their needs and reflects their unique tastes.

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