When it comes to finding a new home, the decision to build or buy can be daunting. We understand the stress this can cause and the many rumors that accompany working with a customer home builder. The Hepler Homes team is ready to dispel those rumors and prove they are just myths. We understand that custom home building isn’t for everyone, but for those considering it, we are as transparent as possible with all of our clients!
The Myths
In searching for a new home and deciding whether to go after an existing house or build your own home, you have heard plenty of myths about the process. Here are a few common custom home-building myths we’ve heard throughout the years:
- There are hidden expenses
- Custom home building is too complicated and overwhelming
- Custom homes are more expensive than buying an existing home
The Truth
While we cannot speak for all custom home builders, we can speak for our policies and practices, which we try to make as transparent as possible when working with you and your neighbors. This is why we believe those common myths we’ve previously mentioned and you’ve heard are just flat-out untrue when working with us at Hepler Homes!
There Are No Hidden Expenses
There are no hidden fees when working with us. Every expense is shown upfront in the planning stage, and we notify you about any increase in costs due to unforeseen obstacles or additions and substitutions you want to make during the building process. If you have questions about any expenses you don’t understand or remember signing off on, do not hesitate to communicate with us!
Hepler Homes Takes the Stress Out of Home Building
It can be challenging to transfer your dream home from your brain to your property, but at Hepler Homes, we will do our best to replicate exactly what you want your home to be. We will guide you through every step in building your house and clearly communicate our process and the factors involved so you can feel comfortable bringing your dream home to life.
Custom Home Building Can Be Cheaper
Now, costs will vary vastly depending on the square footage of your home, the materials you decide to use, where your home is located, and how many custom additions you add. But with that being said, the average price for an existing home in Virginia is 218$ per square foot. This is much higher than the 2024 average price for custom home building, which sits between 155$ – 190$ per square foot. Northern Virginia may be higher or lower than these averages, as these are taking into account the entire state. However, these numbers and other factors have allowed Virginia to be ranked as one of the top 10 states where building a custom home is more cost-effective than buying a pre-existing one. If that isn’t a sign to build rather than buy, here is another truth about custom home building expenses!
Often, when you buy an existing home, the house isn’t optimized for the best energy-saving technology because it is older. This leads to a higher energy bill each month. If you build a new home with more energy-efficient appliances, you will save money each month on your energy bill that you would have been paying if you bought an existing home.
This debunks the notion that purchasing an existing home is more cost-effective than constructing a custom house! Through working with Hepler Homes, you can potentially build your dream home at a lower cost in Northern Virginia than buying an existing one!
Join the Hepler Homes Family Today!
At Hepler Homes, we pride ourselves on creating a warm and welcoming community for all our clients. You’re not just finding a place to live when you join our family. You’re joining a supportive network of individuals who will make you feel at home from the moment you arrive. We break the mold of your average custom home builder in Virginia as we flip those myths and misconceptions on their head! Hepler Home is the perfect place to build your new dream home and create unforgettable memories, so contact us to get started on your dream custom home and become a part of the Hepler Home family today!