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The task of choosing a Lexington home builder can easily be a huge one; this is because of the large scope of works that are included in the development of many custom built homes. Whether you are thinking about renovations, modernizations, or an actual construction job; some of these jobs may include repairs, replacements, restoration, remodeling, painting, moving or the demolition of residential properties. Since these tasks include the overall design of a house, it is vitally important to select the right custom home builder Lexington; the following are some important considerations.

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Clean business record: Homeowners should contact the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to ensure that the Lexington home builder has no recorded customer complaints and no litigation filed against them. Getting in touch with the BBB will also help to determine if the company is a legally registered builder.

Written estimates: Written estimates are very important in new home construction project. It allows for a determination to be made whether or not to proceed with the project depending on the projected cost. Getting written estimates from three different builders is ideal to finding the best price possible.

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Licensed and registered: Licenses and registrations differ from one state to another. Any custom home builder Lexington needs special types of licenses ranging from a very simple certificate to a detailed pre-qualification requirement in order to process the license. It is important to ensure that any contractor used is registered and licensed by asking to see a current certificate of registration as proof. As an alternative, local licensing agencies or consumer protection agencies can be contacted to verify that a chosen builder is licensed and registered.

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Number of projects completed: The number of custom built homes that have been completed by a home builder will help indicated how long a contractor has been doing this line of work. It is appropriate to ask for a list of the projects previously done work completed and to check out the work quality.Building permits: It is the responsibility of the contractor to acquire all necessary permits required to start a project. If a builder asks a customer to get the required permits, this is a strong indication they are not registered or licensed in the local area.

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Customer references: It is wise to consult with at least three different references that were provided by the builder from a list of recently finished projects. The Lexington home builder should provide the name of the client, exact location of the job, and contact numbers as well as provide information on how long the project took from start to completion.Searching for a custom home builder Lexington is not a daunting task if proper research has been done prior to making such a selection. Basic knowledge always helps to prevent an incompetent contractor from being hired.

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