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How much per square foot will my home cost?This is a simple question that is asked with good intentions, yet creates a constant state of confusion about the real cost of building. The truthful answer is, it depends on you and the choices you make.
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Can you build from my floor plan?Yes, but floor plans are not created equally. There is a level of completeness in specification and detail that is required to develop a realistic budget and accurately translate your desires to the craftsmen that actually build your home. Bidding an incomplete floor plan with no written specifications leaves the choice of methods and materials open to wide interpretation, with the contractor usually selecting what suits him best, not you. |
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How long will it take to build my home?Once again, this depends on you and other factors, some of which we do control and others we do not: plan design; home size; level of finish; lot challenges; permit approval; promptness in making selections; and weather conditions. As a general guide, after construction begins it takes approximately 1.5 months for each 1000 square feet of floor space. |
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What about warranty?All work covered by the contract is guaranteed by Sam Bradley Homes for one year following substantial completion of the project (except manufactured items not covered by the manufacturer). Product and equipment warranties received by the builder are fully transferred to the customer. All work shall be performed in accordance with the "Residential Construction Performance Guidelines" which are published by the National Association of Home Builders. |
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What happens at our initial meeting?The purpose of our initial meeting is to define your needs, determine the scope of work to be done and determine if we are a good "fit" for each other. This meeting is at no cost or obligation to you. Be prepared to list your needs in order of priority. In the case of a remodeling project, tell us what you like about your home, what you want to improve, and your style preferences. Don't be afraid to show us your notebook of sketches and magazine clippings. We will also need to discuss budget and schedule. Everyone has some idea of where they need to be to make the project doable for them, and we hope you will feel comfortable in providing that information. We readily admit that Sam Bradley Homes cannot be "everything to everyone". Within our market niche, we are confident in our ability to serve and deliver with ease of process and enduring value. After the initial consultation with a prospective customer, we will let you know if your needs fall outside of our areas of regular expertise. |
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Where do you work?We are not committed into any specific subdivision. Most of the homes we have built have been on larger suburban lots or acreage. Our projects are typically within Greene, Christian, and Webster counties. |
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What are allowances?Allowances are budget amounts for items you have not selected prior to the budget process or entering into the contract to build your project. If the cost of the items selected by you exceeds the allowance amount, the total sales price will increase by the difference (or decrease if the cost is less than the allowance amount). The more allowances a budget contains, the more unreliable it is. Early budgets typically contain many allowance items. However, a final budget with more than six allowance items typically indicates a problem that needs to be resolved. |
