| Kara Elizabeth |
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Traditional Contractors |
| Included — In-house custom
design to your specifications — cost: included. |
Architecture |
Additional — Independent
architect required for custom design — cost: thousands of dollars
above the cost of construction. |
| Consistent & Controlled
— Major components are fabricated in a controlled environment
by our partner, Epoch Homes, the northeast's premier fabricator of
high-quality medium to large-scale custom homes. On delivery, these
components are assembled efficiently and the structure is enclosed
before weather becomes a factor. |
Construction Method |
Variable — Traditional
frame construction. Materials are delivered and, often, stored on
the property during construction. The materials and the structure
may be subjected to long periods of exposure to the weather. |
| Consistent & Proven —
Time tested construction methods and fabrication process results in
consistent quality and the highest construction standards year after
year. |
Expertise |
Difficult to Determine —
The competency of traditional contractors varies. You hope to choose
the best. But you only know for sure after your house is built. |
| Thorough & Consistent —
Because major components are fabricated, your dedicated Project Manager
has the time to focus on even the smallest details and efficiently
coordinate every aspect of your home's construction— from design
to move-in. |
Attention to Detail |
Variable — The contractor
must coordinate every aspect of your construction — site work,
foundation, framing, electrical, plumbing, finish carpentry, everything!
An overwhelming number of details for one individual to handle. |
| Consistently High — We
take advantage of Epoch's massive buying power to purchase top grade
materials at the lowest cost. |
Quality Materials |
Can Vary — Contractors
buy materials off the yard, often selecting materials based
on maximizing profit margins. Quality can vary. |
| Consistent — Fabrication
by skilled craftsmen that specialize in building specific house components.
|
Construction Quality |
Variable — It is a fact
that there is a shortage of skilled craftsman in the construction
industry. Remember that the contractor is just one member of his overall
construction crew. |
| Guaranteed — Because
of our controlled fabrication environment and innovative project management,
we can guarantee your completion date! |
Completion Date |
Estimated — A best estimate
based upon available labor, reliability of subcontractors, weather,
materials delivery, and the importance of the contractor's other concurrent
jobs. |
| Fixed Price Contract —
The typical cost of a KE medium to large custom home: under $100/sq
ft. Cost includes foundation, house, fixtures, lighting,
cabinetry, carpets, tile, wood flooring — everything! And, we
guarantee the final cost...up front...in writing! |
Cost |
Estimated — Typically
estimated at $150 to $200/sq ft, depending on their costs and overhead
rates, design changes they incorporated, and the fixtures, flooring,
cabinetry, etc. that you select. You won't know the finished cost
until you receive their final bill. |
| Long Term — KE has a
reputation to maintain. We've been building for over a decade and
we'll be here for decades to come. |
Longevity |
May Vary — Individual
contractors come and go. Hire one to build your house this year and
he may not be around in a year or two when you have a problem. |
|
10 Year Written Warranty — The quality and workmanship
of a KE home is guaranteed — in writing. See our Warranty
Coverage.
|
Warranty |
May Vary — You have only
your contractor's promise to correct any defects. |
