An Un-Answerable Question

Without a doubt the most difficult question for a homebuilder to answer when building a custom home is, “What is your price per square foot?”

With the continued housing shortage affecting the home buying experience, many are seeking a design-build solution. This can be a great option and can actually result in a really exciting experience. Imagine having the opportunity to sit down and design your dream home from scratch! For many though, the thought of building a custom home can be very overwhelming. Unlike the baseball diamond that has a first, second, and third base, the building process has a multitude of milestones to overcome, from start to completion.

"Where do we even start?" This is another common question that gets asked when building a custom home. Do you first choose a builder, a build site, or seek out an architect? None of these are particularly in or out of order, but when deciding to build a custom home, they each require specific thought and planning as to match a client's individual lifestyle. This in itself is problematic enough for many potential buyers to avoid the building process, resulting in the purchase of a spec or established home.

Those that choose to move forward with building a custom home always ask about cost, as most do with new purchases. The challenge for a true custom homebuilder is quoting a stated price per square foot without fully understanding the entirety of the build. Does the build site require a large or minimal amount of excavation? What type of finishes are envisioned by each client in their new home? What neighboring homes and communities surround the home site? There are so many details that go into a new custom home that make this question un-answerable at first glance.

If the thought of building a new custom home has been on your mind, but the question of cost per square foot has held you back, let us help put your mind at ease. Our team at Barcelona Custom Homes is here to guide and walk you through the process of building your new dream home. For more information on building your custom home, contact us today!