Custom homes deviate in price from regular homes in that they are unique and require different amounts of resources, physical, and those in the form of services. Therefore, to survey for the cost that a custom home requires time and specialized skill, time that is spread out over several weeks because of the logistics involved. A simple home could take about 40 hours of staff time, but homes featuring complex architectural designs impose much more time in deriving a cost estimate.

Calculating Details

The builders need to calculate both time and expenses required in fulfilling particular fundamental construction processes which include:
• Taking plans to be reviewed and approved by relevant local authorities
• Framing the shell of the house
• Installing the home’s roof
• Installing mechanical fittings
• Installation of interior finishes
• Landscaping the exterior of the home

The calculation is a complex process since every process listed above bears intricate details that could have slight deviations. Such an estimation cannot be done by an inexperienced rookie who hasn’t had time to amass experience and the relevant organizational skills. Also, the personnel involved will require the luxury of time efficiently utilized.

Materials and Quality

For quality and budgetary purposes, the builder will need to have an in-depth understanding of industrial prices for the materials needed that suit the customer’s preferences and taste while realistically meeting the allocated budget. Therefore, in the estimation process, consultation between the client and builder will be needed. The reason why consultation is critical is that choice of materials often results in the very different manifestation of the construction, changing the appearance and taste of the home. Qualities in materials also do differ immensely, and so does the pricing. Since the builder is well conversant with the differences of the types, qualities, and pricing, they will need to fill in the less informed customers and present them with relevant options that fit the client’s budget.

Subcontractors

The builder, in the estimation process, also needs to consult with all the subcontractors entrusted with the responsibility of supplying materials all through the crucial construction stages. These subcontractors include excavators, plumbers, electrical fitters, painters, and masons. For all its worth, this stage of estimation may be the most time consuming and critical of all the stages as it involves deliberate negotiations due to the service charges and the human factor. To make it less strenuous and more predictable to deal with the subcontractors, Alair Homes Phoenix subjects all subcontracting to bidding. The elaborate strategy to reduce custom home costs has always presented marvelous benefits to all of Alair Homes Phoenix’s clients.

Bidding Process

The bidding process allows aspiring homeowners in Phoenix who contract Alair Homes Phoenix to subject subcontractors to microscopic scrutiny. The scrutiny helps eliminate rookies and greedy subcontractors. It allows the clients to determine whether the subcontractors are realistic in their pricing. The bids may also identify those who bid low and end up using inadequate or substandard materials in their construction. For instance, if a subcontractor places a very low bid on drywall, Alair Homes Phoenix may make queries on the quality of sheets to be used, the quantity and even probe into the qualifications of the personnel that is meant to be tasked with the work.

Getting the estimate is a complex process, but a reliable and experienced builder or contractor will always get an accurate estimate. Investing in getting an accurate estimate will always prove to be a wise move as it saves one the turmoil of dealing with unscrupulous suppliers and subcontractors resulting in reduced custom home costs. The return on investment is always worth the sweat and pay.