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Once you have decided to build a custom home in the Fort Worth area, the next important decision is which custom homebuilder should build it for you.
Here are a few attributes to look for in any custom homebuilder you choose:
A solid reputation: Your custom homebuilder should be of impeccable integrity. They should be able to give you many current and past clients as references. You need to know you can trust your builder to do the kind of work for you that you want done.
A commitment to your vision: Your homebuilder should ask the right questions and offer insights that help you clarify your vision for your custom home. The right homebuilder will welcome your involvement and be eager to collaborate to make your project a success.
A large number of loyal clients: The best homebuilder for your project will have a proven record of success building homes similar to the one you envision. Elite custom homebuilders get the bulk of their business by referral and welcome the chance to show you their model homes and to arrange for you to meet current owners of their homes.
Craftsmanship. Make sure you select a builder who will deliver a beautiful finished product that you will be exceptionally proud of. John Askew Company was awarded 1st place in Craftsmanship in the Fort Worth Kaleidoscope of Homes Tour.
Creativity: Your home is a reflection of your personal taste. Your homebuilder should offer an array of options, features, accents and special touches that will set your home apart. Work with an experienced, creative homebuilder with a gifted design team so that your final product shines.
Desirable homesites: Your builder should be able to assist you in selecting the right community and finding the perfect lot for your new custom home.
A range of financing options: A good custom builder will be able to help you arrange financing with their preferred lenders.
A culture of service: Your custom homebuilder should be proactive in updating you and responsive to queries about the status of the construction of your home. Great communication and service is critical to the custom home building process.
A strong relationship with the best local tradespeople: Your builder should have relationships that ensure the tradespeople who build your home are dedicated artisans who take pride in making it a showplace.
A strong warranty and excellent warranty service: Your custom builder should be oriented toward making you a loyal client for life. Your builder should resolve warranty issues quickly, completely, and fairly.
“We have been building some of Fort Worth’s most desirable custom homes in the $350,000 to $4,000,000 price range since 1983,” said John Askew, President of John Askew Company (johnaskehomes.com).
“We have desirable lots for custom homes in Monserrat, Bella Flora, The Retreat at Cleburne, Saddle Creek, 7R Ranch, and access to many others, or we can build your dream home on your land in Tarrant, Parker or surrounding counties,” said Askew.
A personal word of advice from Certified Master Builder John Askew: “I strongly recommend that you decide on your builder and budget before you start plans for your home. Including your builder in the plan design process will help to ensure that they understand your vision, to help you plan and build the home you want on time and in budget.”
Readers of the Star Telegram selected John Askew Custom Homes as Fort Worth’s best builder in 2013. You may contact them at (817) 441-2350 or check out their website at www.johnaskewhomes.com to get more information or set up a meeting.
