• What is the average cost per foot of a new home?

Square foot prices can be deceiving because there are many variables to consider. One obvious consideration is whether the home has an integral or attached garage; attached garages depending on the size and style can add $25,000 to $50,000 to the cost of your new home. One thing to consider with an attached garage is that an attached garage allows for a much larger usable lower level for storage and more finished living space that will materially impact the future value of your home. Construction style, materials, amenities, landscaping and the value of the lot all add to the overall square footage calculation. A general range is that basic homes built on a modest lot can be constructed and purchased for $130/foot, in comparison; an exquisite custom home with countless amenities can be built in an exclusive neighborhood for as much as $200/foot.

• How long will it take to complete construction?

Generally any new home construction project can be completed in six months. Depending on weather and the style and size of the project, smaller more basic homes can be completed in around four months and it is wise to allow for nine months to complete those larger, more detailed homes.

• Do I have to find my own lot?

A. Allen Adams will build on your lot if it is in Allegheny, Beaver, or Butler County. We also have some very nice lots available including some with acreage, or we would be happy to assist you in the search for that perfect home site.

• Can you use plans that I already have?

A. Allen Adams will build with your plans; however, there may be some adjustments or engineering specs that will need to be added for a nominal cost. We would also be glad to refer you to an architect or designer that can best translate your dreams and ideas to an attractive and workable set of plans to meet your needs.

• My friend is a plumber; can I have him do the plumbing?

We pride ourselves in having some of the most reliable sub-contractors to ensure your satisfaction and our integrity. We understand that there are circumstances when homeowners desire the use of certain sub-contractors and for those situations, if the contractors are qualified and able, we would be glad to utilize their services if there is a net benefit to you.

• Can you help me arrange financing?

A. Allen Adams, having been in business since 1994 has many satisfied customers, suppliers, and contractors to provide for an excellent reference. We are privately held and extremely financially stable and therefore can be approved through any bank’s construction loan department. We also have numerous relationships with very reliable lenders that have great mortgage rates and hassle-free, low cost construction loans.

• Will my new home be 100% completed before I move in?

It is our goal to make sure your home is 100% to your liking prior to you moving in; we suggest that together we plan for realistic goals to make sure we can attain that goal. Our belief is that excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail is the most important considerations when building your dream home and although we are very efficient we will never rush your home to the point that quality is compromised.

• Do I get a warranty with my new home?

We expect that you will have a “punch list” of items needing to be addressed once you settle into your home and we promise to make sure each of these items are addressed. Further, you will be given a general one-year warranty on your new home as well as each of the suppliers’ warranties that are included in the construction of the home.

• What kind of materials will be used to build my new home?

A. Allen Adams uses only quality and energy efficient materials in the construction of your home. We continually search for the best prices for materials to keep your overall cost down but we will not sacrifice our integrity or the integrity of your home by using lower quality materials.

• Can I make changes during construction?

One of the many benefits of building a custom home is the ability to tailor it to your personality. Sometimes changes, additions and deletions arise during the construction process, A. Allen Adams will be glad to accommodate you during this process if it is at all possible, however, changes need to be paid for at or upon completion of the requested change.

• Do we have to use a realtor to complete the sale?

Some of our properties are being marketed by Realtors and in those cases we will be required to pay the realtors a commission for the sale of the lot and construction of the home. If you contact us and we build on your lot or are able to locate a building site that meets your desires not listed by a real estate agent, we will have the ability to build your home without the expense of real estate commissions.

• How do I know I’ll be happy with my new home?

It is difficult to explain or guarantee that you will be happy with your custom built A. Allen Adams home. The best thing to do is visit and talk with any or all of the homeowners that have worked with us in the past. It is a principal of ours to make any and all of these willing past customers’ names and contact information available to you.