The process of building a new home can be a long and arduous one, but it doesn't have to be if you choose the right real estate developer. Coast to Coast Contracting & Development, a custom home builder serving Hayward, WI, and the Northwest Wisconsin area, knows that when you're considering a new home build, you have a lot of questions. To help, they answer some of the most frequently asked questions about building a new home.

FAQs About Building a New Home

Does It Cost More to Build or Buy?

The cost differential varies depending on the size, style, location, and materials used, so work with your real estate developer to determine your best options for building. You could very well pay more for an existing home in a popular style in a high-demand area than you would if building a similar home. That’s because you can better control material costs during a build, and you can reduce labor costs by doing some of the work yourself. This is especially true if you'll need to invest in remodeling before an existing home will meet your needs.

How Long Does It Take?

Although some professionals can finish a project in only a few months, you should expect to spend 6 to 12 months building a home. You'll probably need to apply for financing. Then it takes time to choose a real estate developer, followed by a design phase that can take weeks or months as you make revisions to plans. Then comes digging and excavation, and only then can you start construction.

What Is More Affordable: Two-story or Ranch?

A multi-story home is typically more cost-effective than a more spread out one-story home because you can increase the square footage by building upward without increasing the footprint. This can minimize costs for the foundation and the roof.

What Are the Pros & Cons of Building?

The biggest disadvantages are the time and effort you'll have to put into building a home. You cannot move in as quickly as if you had found the right existing home. However, the biggest benefit to building is that a custom home builder will create precisely the home you want. You can have the number of bedrooms and baths you need, the kitchen layout you want, and all the finishing touches you prefer.

A lot goes into the home construction process. To get started, contact Coast to Coast Contracting & Development, an experienced real estate developer in Hayward, WI. They also specialize in damage repair, home additions, and bathroom and kitchen remodels. Call (715) 790-0662 to request a consultation, or visit their website to send them an online information request.