builders in sowal

I PM'd you a couple of very good builders. Call them now to get on their schedule.

Landmark (Panama City Beach).

Southernmost Construction in Panama City. They have built a number of houses in Seagrove. Excellent builder.

Sent a private msg with the name of a great builder. You will not be sorry if
you use him. Build a beautiful 5800sq ft house for me.

Waugh Custom Homes, office on 30-A near Blue Mountain. Ed Waugh. Very honest and great quality. Finished our home in Seaside in March. We built from Atlanta and it was a great experience even building remotely.

You know you have a good builder if he sees something that you never mention, doesn't like it and tears it out and redoes it at his cost.

I highly recommend Monte Hewett Homes of Florida. They built our WaterColor Home. Lots of integrity, great relationships with their subs, emphasis on doing what is right, etc. Variations in price per foot are variations in the specifications (type of plumbing fixtures, AC system, type of windows (impact glass recommended), lighting, cabinet, and appliance allowances, etc.) They go above and beyond. Call Ellen at 231-0993. The drawing of plans/approval process can take up to 8 months or longer, so get started now. You will be a happy homeowner!

I PM'd you with a great builder. You will have to call to get on his list as well. He does most of the work himself. Good Luck, Jeanne

We are also making plans to build in the area next year. I would love to have the names of the builders PM to me as well. Thank you very much!

Sent you pm with a name of an excellent builder. Please check references and make sure they all have a current Florida Builders Licenses. Go to the state of Florida web site to check license.

We are also making plans to build in the area next year. I would love to have the names of the builders PM to me as well. Thank you very much!

I pm'd you.

It is good to see so many people are pleased with their builders. Every once in a while, I hear a bad story, usually not terrible, about a builder from an owner, but I am glad to see a good list of recommendations for builders.

Anyone have a good referral for builders in sowal? We are starting to do a little research for next year when we plan on building - I know the price per sq ft can vary greatly-- we had plans to build in RB 2 years ago but sold for personal reasons-- our build out time is coming up next summer and we want to go ahead and get the ball rolling...

Thanks in Advance!!

What is the typical range in price per sf for construction on 30A?

I heard low end is around $125 up to over $200 depending on finishes, etc..

This though was before all of the major hurricanes of the past 2 seasons. What's your current understanding of prices?

What is the typical range in price per sf for construction on 30A?

I heard low end is around $125 up to over $200 depending on finishes, etc..

This though was before all of the major hurricanes of the past 2 seasons. What's your current understanding of prices?

Sounds about right. It seems like the low end latley has been around $150 but I haven't talked directly to any builders.

Sounds about right. It seems like the low end latley has been around $150 but I haven't talked directly to any builders.

Currently, $150 is about right for the low end.

One caution. Some communities have a specific time period during which construction must be complete or you will be charged monthly penalities until construction is done. Your sales contract and/or Homeowners Assn. bylaws will specify this.

The small homebuilders often don't have the resources to finish on time if an unplanned event occurs--eg. many of the subcontractors building in SoWal went to work in Pensacola after Hurricane Ivan. Even small things, like illness of a key sub can slow down the entire house.

The big homebuilders have a lot more options and resources at their disposal.

One caution. Some communities have a specific time period during which construction must be complete or you will be charged monthly penalities until construction is done. Your sales contract and/or Homeowners Assn. bylaws will specify this.

The small homebuilders often don't have the resources to finish on time if an unplanned event occurs--eg. many of the subcontractors building in SoWal went to work in Pensacola after Hurricane Ivan. Even small things, like illness of a key sub can slow down the entire house.

The big homebuilders have a lot more options and resources at their disposal.

I talked to some homeowners here in WC, both of whom ran into some of the above mentioned problems and their homes took 18 months to finish. They both indicated that as long as you are showing good faith in trying to finish building there are no penalties.

Greg Goodwin is reliable, honest, fair, patient, and does good work at a reasonable price and in good time. He has dependable and reliable subs that he has worked with for over a decade. He also pays his subs and suppliers on time. Ask for his framer team supervised by"John". His number is 678-3396(Niceville). He has done and is currently doing construction on 30A.
If you have any specific questions feel free to send me a PM.( I am not related or have any financial interest.)

The builders to watch out for are those that don't have their own regular crews and subs-if they can not name off who will be working on your house tell them to forget it. Some builders just grab the cheapest workers they can off the street. Also, call around to suppliers (hardware and lumber companies) and ask about them. If you you want to check out Greg some of his suppliers are in Niceville.

anyone familiar with Artisan builders?

anyone familiar with Artisan builders?

Yes.

Highly recommended - Monte Hewett Homes of Florida. Call 850-231-1399. Integrity, timely, fair, quality, focus on customer service...can't say enough good things. They are really great guys. Check out mhhomes.com. They are one of two builders that are part of the St. Joe Builder program in WC and WS, but they do custom work outside of this new builder program.

anyone familiar with Artisan builders?

That's Peter Horn's company. He's been around a long time and builds high quality.

I highly recommend Gary Miller Homes. Located in Niceville, he does build in our area. Gary and his sons do hands on every phase of the building process and have their own framing crew and workers. He has been building houses over 15 years in our area. I found him by asking people who is the best builder in our area and they were correct. Builds high in house. Cost is very reasonable. The phone number is 850-678-5100. Gary has won year after year awards in the annual home shows. No I am not on commission with him or do any work for Gary. He just builds a great homes. Ask the real estate sales people around Niceville and Destin and they will all tell you Gary's houses do great on resale just for the fact it was build by him.

the hutch

One the most difficult things about building a house is getting an accurate estimate from the builder of how much a home might cost to build. It seems that some builders are better at giving accurate estimates than others. Would love to find a good builder that gives accurate estimates!

Monte Hewett Homes of Florida built my home in WaterColor, and they were great all-around. I was so impressed with them (integrity, quality, timeliness, character, etc.) that I went to work for them. When we bid out a house, we bid it out exactly per the plans and specs. We send the plans to about twenty vendors/subs and also price out every piece of wood, etc. to be used. It is very accurate and fair. If you want to discuss, call the office at 231-0993. I promise you will be happy!