Submitted by rootsnall t3_10yy0yn in massachusetts
My family has some raw land in the area but isn’t sure where to start on finding a builder to partner with. Maybe some of you fine people can help :)
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rootsnall OP t1_j8096sg wrote
Budget is up to $550,000 for the build and we’re thinking a 3 bed, 2.5 bath mid-century modern style ranch. Also interested in energy efficiency!
ETA: in the Groton/Dunstable/Tyngsborough area
booksaboutthesame t1_j80gnb2 wrote
Dunno if you’ll find any custom builder for that price, but start here: https://www.deckhouse.com/
MassholeAsswhole t1_j80m7ux wrote
As someone said you’re going to have a hard time finding a custom builder at that budget. That’s a very rock-bottom price. If you’re interested in an energy efficient home consider something pre-fabricated like unity homes:https://unityhomes.com/floor-plans/
rootsnall OP t1_j8161sh wrote
Good suggestion. We’ve just started looking into prefab as well! So far, we’ve seen some we like from Unity, Lindel, and Acorn. Seems like there are actually quite a few options on the prefab front…
bschav1 t1_j83s7od wrote
Fair warning, I know multiple people who had horrendous experiences with prefab. Delays, scheduling issues w/ tradesman, crazy hidden fees and surprise price increases.
I know 2 who were happy with the end result but won’t recommend prefab to anyone because of the issues. 3rd person walked away. Prefab guy wanted the contractual $15000 cancellation fee, but she hired a lawyer and once they started going through all of the contract violations the prefab guy had, they got out fee free (or maybe settled for significantly less, don’t remember). Found a company to custom build for only like $20000 more than the prefab. They had to cut a couple higher priced amenities but got the exact house they wanted.
Not trying to scare you off prefab. I know a couple people who had no issues w/ design and build and love their homes. Just do your research and definitely have a lawyer go through your contract before signing.
booksaboutthesame t1_j841gk8 wrote
This kind of comment isn’t super helpful unless you name the company. All construction has delays, fees, change orders, scheduling issues, etc.
rootsnall OP t1_j8g0ti0 wrote
Could you share the name of any of these prefab companies? Also, good suggestion to have a lawyer read over any contract first.
booksaboutthesame t1_j8083p9 wrote
Where in MA?? What’s your budget?? What’s your style??