Those who are dedicated should Come. If not look to another level of standards.  

The GuildQuality Program is a great way to focus on what is important, The Client. The Surveys allow the Client to feedback to the Builders or contractors. To ensure a great achivment build the GQ principals and ethos into your interactions. It's not easy although separation from your peers shines. If you are in the Lowcountry stop by www.gaviganhomes.com

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Our Boulevard model included a loft style bed in the guest bedroom. Kids could climb up the ladder and enjoy their own semi-private sleeping nook or play area. This home also had an elevator incorporated into the floor plan. The "elevator" area was a walk-in pantry, with conversion to an elevator later as an option.

Adrienne with SAB Homes

The killer mistake that people make is they let money become too big a deciding criteria, and then suffer through the whole project because of it. First, don't do that! Don't let the money become a bigger part of the process than the quality of service you want. Reputable contractors in any given area are buying from mostly the same vendors, so there aren't major differences in pricing. Interview the firms you are interested, find one that you feel a high level of trust for. If you "feel" one is going to be more expensive than another, examine that feeling and ask yourself if it isn't just because that firm might have a better handle on the entire scope of your project and their responsibilities within that scope than firms that might tend to gloss over things like that. Decide on the firm based on if you  want to work with THAT firm or not.

That said, also make sure to write out a list of all the things you'd like to have when all is said and done, and then prioritize them, so you don't forget or bail on something important to you. And then- have fun!

Solatubes to brighten any dark area, like a garage or hallway where no windows are. 500-700 and will easily increase value of house plus save energy. go to

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On a weekly basis you should recieve a job update.  In the update it should let you know if the schedule has changed due to weather, delievery issues, or product delay.  One thing we have done is we set up a picture account.  We take before pictures of a project and then update the photo album every week or two depending on how much progress you are able to see in the photo.  Also we take specific photos of items requested by customers. 

The key is to have good communication!

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The features can depend on the location of the home being built.  As a contractor in Florida many features that are common can be centered around indoor/outdoor living.  Having not only a pool but living area, dinining area, and kitchen. Pools with a built in bar and seating. 

Consider your interest and center a feature around it.  We have recently done a wine room with glass door and window to view from kitchen.  In another home we did built in bunk beds along one wall in the tv room for sleep overs.

This recent blog may help you some. Take into consideration what type of roof you have installed on your new home. A GAF Designer roof increases the value by 7%!!! http://blog.rockandtait.com/do-you-love-designing-your-dream-home/

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Took pictures of what? Where are you at in the construction process? How long ago did you contact them? Please provide as much detail as possible.

Ask your friends about their personal experiences as a starting point.  I am sure you will both good and bad stories.  You want to make sure that you ask as many questions as possible upfront to reduce surprises during the process.  Take your time, this process should not be rushed.  Make sure the builder know that you want to stay on budget.  Get a list of allowance items and shop the stores to make sure the allowances fit your home.

Most important to me would be to ask the builder for references and go talk to previous clients.

Good luck!

Emails (for documentation) and photos.