If you are wanting to build your dream home, here are some ways that custom builders can help you get exactly what you want.
They will help you through the initial design process and land selection. Learn more.
They will help you work within your budget. Learn more.
They will give you unique designs and spaces that you won't find in a pre-made home. Learn more.
They offer flexibility during construction. Learn more.
If you are looking for an experienced and trusted home builder in the Collingwood/Blue Mountain region, contact us.
Custom builders can help you get the dream home that you want
What Custom Builders Offer:
Custom Builders Help You Through the Initial Design Process and Land Selection
Usually, the first two steps in building your new home are deciding on the design and choosing the location.
Deciding on Your Design:
It is a good idea to have both your designer and custom builder working with you to design your home. Custom builders can help you design a beautiful home that is also more efficient to build. If you choose an experienced builder, then they will know where you can simplify your design to save money and where the best places are to spend a little more for the biggest impact.
Choose a custom builder you can trust
Choosing Your Builder
Make sure that you choose a builder that you can trust and feel good about letting them guide you through the design process. If you haven't already chosen a builder, check out this post "Custom Home Builders Ontario: How To Find The Best" for some great tips on choosing the right custom builder.
In addition, if you haven't chosen a designer yet, ask your custom builder to recommend one. Custom builders will often recommend designers that they regularly work with and know the quality of their work. Having both the expertise of a great custom builder and an experienced designer working together in the designing process will ensure that you get the home that you want.
It is helpful to have your custom builder add their expertise to the designing process
Choosing the Location:
If you haven't already chosen a building lot for your new home, ask your builder for advice. Top custom builders can help you select the perfect setting.
While you are searching for your land, consult with your builder. They can be a valuable resource for evaluating the properties that you are considering and letting you know whether or not the land would be suitable for the design that you have chosen.
Your builder can help you know if your lot will work with your design
Custom Builders Help You Work Within Your Budget:
Your budget will be a large factor in determining the types of features that you will include in your home. The best custom home builders will work with you to determine the specifications of both the interior and exterior details that you would like to include.
Not only will you need to decide on what features you would like, but also which materials you want to be used.
For example, do you want to use siding or stone or a combination on the exterior? Would you prefer ceramic tiles or hardwood flooring? Do you want high-end appliances in your kitchen?
Making these decisions will help your builder determine accurate pricing. There may need to be some give and take during this process and you may have to take another look at your blueprints in order to reach your target budget.
The types of features you choose will affect your budget
Custom Builders Give You Unique Designs and Spaces that You Won't Find in a Pre-Made Home:
One of the best reasons to have your home custom built is that you will have a home that is one of a kind and will include the features you want.
Here is a list of some of the more popular custom home features that can give you that extra comfort and convenience that you often won't find in a pre-made home:
Gourmet kitchen with an extended island and custom cabinetry
Mudroom to give you extra storage and keep clutter from overtaking other areas of your home.
First-floor master bedroom that has a private bath and walk-in closet
Large walk-in pantry conveniently located off your kitchen
Spacious showers with multiple shower heads and freestanding bathtubs
Game room and home theatre for all of your family members to enjoy
Main floor laundry room with space for hanging clothes that need air drying and ironing
Outdoor kitchen to enhance your entertaining options
Floor to ceiling fireplace in your living room
Wine cellar for collecting and tasting your favourite wines
Heated floors to keep you cozy all winter long
You can have a spacious shower and freestanding tub in your home
Custom Builders Offer Flexibility During Construction:
A good custom builder will provide you with open communication throughout the construction process of your home. As the building progresses, you will be able to make modifications to your choices.
Your builder will also help you make selections for the materials, colours, and other design elements that you want to be incorporated into your home.
A good custom builder will let you make changes along the way
The L. Patten & Sons Difference
L. Patten & Sons Limited brings over fifty years of custom home building experience to every project we undertake. We take pride in building custom homes that are as beautiful to look at as they are comfortable to live in.
We make it our goal to help all our clients realize their dreams. Quality craftsmanship, attention to detail and complete customer satisfaction are what sets L. Patten and Sons apart in the Collingwood, Blue Mountain and Georgian Triangle home building community. Our homeowners can rest assured that their new home will be a source of pride and satisfaction for many years to come.
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“My home is now 3 years old and I couldn’t be happier! I have people all the time asking me who built the Beach House and I am very proud to say L. Patten & Sons. If you are looking for a custom home builder that will make your dream home a reality I would not hesitate to recommend Jerry Patten to make that happen for you. ”