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Can I get "contractor prices" on building materials and labor? The short answer is Yes. The more complex answer is that there is no fixed discount called "contractor pricing." If you buy a trainload of material you could expect a better discount than if you are buying a small amount. Most small contractors build one or two homes a year and for most purposes you will be treated in that same categor
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What does it cost to build my own home? As you can imagine, this is a complicated question. Costs will vary depending upon the complexity of the home`s design, location of construction project, and the topography of the lot. The 2004 edition of the "National Construction Estimator" states that as of the third quarter of 2003 the cost of construction was $75.71 per square foot.
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How do I know if I am qualified from a financial standpoint? If you have good credit, we have had a 100% success rate in providing construction financing for our OBCH clients. Call to schedule an appointment with our Financial Manager. 936.273.5650
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How long does it take to build a home, and how much time will I need to spend at the jobsite? Most people plan for a six-month construction period. Some finish as quickly as four months, and some take nine to twelve months. With good planning and no excessive delays, you should be able to finish in six months. We figure that you should spend about 6 hours a week during the actual construction. Not
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OBCH does not warranty your home. The truth is that if there was a problem with your plumbing and you had hired a general contractor to build your home or purchased a home from a developer, you would call them and they would call the plumber. They might even give you the name and number of the plumber and tell you it was his responsibility, call him. The guarantees are exactly the same, you just eliminate the middle man in the event of a problem. If you take the "Home Building" Seminars offered
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How much can I save working with OBCH? Typically about 15%, but it could be more depending on your level of involvement.
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Do I need to find land or have my building plans before I call OBCH? No. Getting our professional help before buying land can avoid costly mistakes. All OBCH clients qualify for free custom home plans.
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Can I build my own home if I don't have any building experience? Yes. You don't need it with OBCH. 95% of our clients have no building experience whatsoever, and they are successful.
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I'm not handy at all. I can't even pound a nail in straight. Does that matter? No. That's the good part about OBCH. Most of our clients do very little work, as their main tool is the phone.
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No. The OBCH owner-builder process is so efficient that even clients with busy families and full-time jobs can manage their projects.
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How can I find good subcontractors? OBCH has subcontractors with proven track records. They are very competitive, and you have instant clout as an OBCH client. As the Builder it is your decision to use any subcontractor!
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How much work can I do myself? All, some or none.