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What to Ask When You’re Looking for a Custom Homebuilder

Building a custom home is an exciting and rewarding experience. However, it can also be overwhelming. Choosing the right custom home builder is the first–and most important–step in the process. Having the right builder by your side can significantly impact the outcome of the building process. To ensure that you find the right builder for your needs, here are some important questions to ask your potential partners: What’s your experience and background? Before selecting a custom home builder, take the time to learn about their background and experience. Ask about their qualifications, experience, and credentials, including their licenses and insurance. And be sure to ask for references and examples of their previous work. What is your building process? Ask the custom home builder about their process, including their approach to design, construction, and project management. This inquiry will help you understand how the builder will work with you and ensure

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Choosing a Custom Home Builder: What to Consider

Building a custom home is a significant investment and requires careful consideration. From design to construction, it is essential to find the right builder who can turn your dream home into a reality. Here are some factors to consider when choosing a custom home builder. 1. Experience and Reputation: Look for a builder with a proven track record of building custom homes. Check their references and read online reviews to get a sense of their work and reputation in the industry. You should also check out some of their completed projects to get an idea of their quality of work. 2. Communication and Customer Service: Good communication is key to a successful building experience. Make sure you choose a builder who is approachable, responsive, and you feel comfortable speaking with regularly. 3. Budget: It’s crucial to have a realistic budget for your custom home and to find a builder who

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Custom Home Building Trends for 2023

Home building trends come and go… but some are trends for a reason. At LaFollette Custom Homes, we’re all for incorporating design trends that make living in your home smarter, easier, and better. That said, we have our own take on this year’s custom home-building trends–and if you’re thinking about building a home this year, consider incorporating some of the following trends into your blueprints! 1) Efficiently placed Laundry: When all of your bedrooms and bathrooms are a long walk from the laundry room, it can be a hassle to bring down dirty clothes, towels, bed linens, and other washables to be laundered. Then, you have to bring everything back to its designated places to put away when the laundry finishes. By smartly placing the laundry room near these spaces–maybe on the second floor if that’s where the majority of the bedrooms are–you guarantee your future self a hassle-free laundry

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The Next Steps for Building a Home

If your home had you and your family feeling cramped this holiday season, you might have considered ways to renovate, expand, or buy a new home altogether. These ideas are all big decisions, but they don’t have to be daunting. With a bit of research and the right realtor and home builder on your side, the thrill of a new home can outweigh the stress of the process. And if you’re in for a really big decision, you might consider building your own custom home–the one you’ve always wanted. Read on for an overview of selling your home and creating your ideal custom home. 1) Contact your realtor: First, you’ll want to start the process of selling your current home. If you don’t already have a trusted realtor, you’ll want to find one who knows your market well. They’ll have the best idea of pricing and market trends, making sure

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How to Build a Home for the Holidays

Though often exciting–full of laughter, cheer, and the company of loved ones–the holidays can be stressful. And it can leave homeowners reconciling with all the things they wish they were different about their house. Maybe they find themselves wishing year after year for a half bath or a guest room–or maybe they’re wishing for some bigger, bolder additions, like a guest or pool house. There’s always something to be improved, but there is a way to avoid these recurring thoughts brought on by the holiday season. If you want to build the perfect house for hosting friends and family during the holidays, consider the five tips below: Choose Sturdy Flooring Having family and guests over for the holidays means an excess of foot traffic. When building a home fit for gatherings of any kind, make sure you carefully consider your flooring. Opt for a durable material, like tile or brick,

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LaFollette Custom Homes Launches Virtual Reality Technology

BRYAN, Texas – Today, LaFollette Custom Homes, a custom homebuilder based in Bryan, Texas, launched their new virtual reality offering. Harnessing advanced CAD and VR software, LaFollette Custom Homes will partner with clients to create realistic virtual walk-throughs of proposed custom homes. With this new offering, LaFollette is leading the local industry as one of the only custom homebuilders providing virtual reality tours of custom homes in the state of Texas.  “After two years of testing, LaFollette Custom Homes is proud to officially launch our virtual reality offering,” said Jason LaFollette, Owner and Founder of LaFollette Custom Homes. “Our in-house drafting team can create custom, immersive tours of clients’ proposed floor plans, allowing homeowners to fully experience their dream homes before our construction team ever breaks ground. This immersive experience empowers both us and our clients to be as informed as possible throughout the home building process, saving countless hours

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Why Custom-Built Houses Are the Superior Forever Homes

There are two ways you can go with when choosing a forever home. You can either buy a production real estate or have a custom-built house. Both options have their advantages, but the benefits of building from the ground up surpass those of mass-produced properties. Here are some of the aspects of a custom home that make it the best choice for a multigenerational abode. The Best Area for You When you build from scratch, you have the freedom to pick any specific land lot fit for residential construction. If you choose to live within a gated community, you may go for a corner, end, or inner lot. Constructing on existing farm, lake-side, or beach-front properties are also not uncommon. With ground-up construction, you can have your dream home in a perfect spot. Custom-Made for Your Exact Needs You have the power to decide on every detail of your property,

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Introducing Daniel Pena, LaFollette’s Newest Custom Home Consultant!

At LaFollette Custom Homes, we pride ourselves on building beautiful homes made to last–homes that meet your specific family’s needs, tastes, and desires. We work hard to cater to a range of styles to create custom homes that exceed our client’s expectations. This month, we’re thrilled to introduce our new custom home consultant, Daniel Pena! As a custom home consultant, Daniel will work alongside the LaFollette dream to take our clients’ custom homes from blueprint to reality. From project management to financial oversight, Daniel will help facilitate the custom home-building process. “We are thrilled to add Daniel to our team as a custom home consultant,” said Jason LaFollette, Owner of LaFollette Custom Homes. “Daniel’s extensive construction expertise will make him a great asset to the LaFollette team. We’re grateful to have him as a member of our team!” For the past ten years, Daniel has worked in the construction industry.

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When you are ready for a builder who understands your family’s dreams and desires, talk to our family at LaFollette Custom Homes. Our team of Custom Home Consultants will guide you through the process from start to finish.