New Home Construction

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Originally Posted by jmen24

Correct, or they get more than one price and cannot determine without a doubt that they are for the same scope, so as the project moves along the contractor continually says "well we did not include that in the original price".

A good contract will list every item used including types of wood, model numbers of the different appliances including towel racks to nail sizes, type of window, door casings. Nothing should be left undone. Home owner should have done all their homework and given the contractor all pertinent information regarding what they want so all contracts can price apples for apples.
It really is way to early for a contractor to give a accurate estimate two years before construction.

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Don't be affraid of many of todays new QUALITY building materials. eg. Advantec sheathing and I Level framing. But remember good stuff always cost more. Working with these type of products your assured a quailty and straight job. And as previously mentioned the plans and material list will outline what's required and the contract will cost out these items and labor required. A good contractor will write a proper contract and change of orders will happen as the homeowner sees the project evolve. Good luck