When Cheap is Expensive
Choosing a builder based on the lowest cost per
square foot or the lowest sales price is likely not getting the best
value. It's buying the cheapest home. No doubt about it, there is some
cheap housing out there right now, but is "cheap" the best way to
go?
Common sense tells us that there is a premium to be
paid for a superior home. By that we mean a home that has more
exacting standards, performs well over time, maintains its value as an
investment and is built by a builder who stands by his work. Let's
take a closer look at these higher initial costs and why we believe it
is worth paying a reasonable premium for such a home.
Better Materials. Professional
builders who build to a high level of quality have higher standards
for the materials that go into their homes. They cull lumber piles for
the straightest studs and send the warped and knotted ones back to the
lumberyard. They inspect and confirm deliveries, protect materials
from weather, seek out the best warranties and track problems to weed
out poor-performing materials.
When a company insists on that level of quality and
provides that level of attention and care, one would expect to pay a
bit more. Like cheap houses, cheap materials can deliver substandard
results that often cost more to repair or replace than the premium you
might pay upfront for a higher-quality option.
Better Construction. Builders who
specify and only accept better-quality products do so to achieve a
higher level of overall construction quality and long-term durability.
They make sure products and materials are installed properly by the
most competent subcontractors and adhere to performance standards that
are far beyond what the local building code requires.
Why? Because professional builders know that their
reputation is on the line with every home they deliver. When
homeowners begin to see evidence of poor workmanship, it doesn't take
long for them to spread the word about how poorly the builder (and the
house) performed. This is too high a price to pay for any company who
is in business for the long-term and understands the value of a
satisfied client.
As with better materials and products, a
better-built home may (and should) cost more upfront, but cost less
over time. As we've seen repeatedly over the years, it requires less
repair, replacement and maintenance in the long run.
A Better Experience. Is it
possible to put a price tag on peace of mind? Consider the value of a
hassle-free new-home project. Less stress, no hurt feelings, no horror
stories, no busted budgets, no lawsuits. What is it worth to have your
new home built on schedule, for the agreed cost, with a builder who is
there to answer your questions from groundbreaking through move-in and
beyond?
And what do you get? A house that meets your
expectations, that is solidly built, with superior fit and finish.
It's livable, comfortable, and meets your lifestyle needs. In other
words, a "home." Your home.
Warm
Regards,
 
Todd and Don Pohlig
Pohlig Builders
274 Lancaster Ave., Suite 100
Malvern, PA 19355
(P) 610.647.4700
(F) 610.647.6885
www.pohligbuilders.com
info@pohligbuilders.com
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