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Frequently Asked Questions

How long have you been building homes?

We became a licensed builder in 1985.

 

How many homes do you build each year?

Five to twelve.

 

Can I do some of the work myself?

Yes—we encourage homeowner involvement.

 

What does a new house cost per square foot?

They range between $90.00 on the low end, to $200.00 on the high end. We average about $125 per square foot.

 

What is building on a time and material plus contractor fee mean?

We would bill you for just what the job costs for materials and labor and a percentage of those costs.

 

What percentage contractor fee do you charge?

Between 5% and 30% depending on the size and complexity of the job.

 

How many employees do you have?

Eight.

 

How much of the house does your crew do?

We usually do the framing, trim, carpentry and wood siding.

 

What areas do you service?

Grand Traverse, Leelanau, Benzie, Antrim and Kalkaska Counties and the communities of Traverse City, Acme, Elberta, Bellaire, Beulah, Buckley, Cedar, Elk Rapids, Empire, Fife Lake, Frankfort, Glen Arbor, Honor, Interlochen, Kalkaska, Kingsley, Lake Ann, Leland, Mancelona, Northport, Suttons Bay, Thompsonville, Williamsburg, and Michigan.