If you’re looking for a new home, you have a choice between existing and new construction houses. While it can take longer to build a home from the ground up, the extra time is an investment in your future happiness. New builds offer a range of benefits that sets them apart from the rest of the housing market.

Why Should You Build a New Construction Home?

1. Tailor the House to Your Wants & Needs

When you build a custom home, you get to make all the decisions. Your house will be perfectly suited to your situation because you will have a say in everything, from the size of the house and the number of beds and baths to smaller details—like cabinet layout and outlet locations. You can include a home theater setup, a specially designed hobby space, or an in-home office. You will also get to pick the styles of fixtures, as well as the floor plan.

2. Pick the Location

The location of a house denotes many lifestyle factors, like what kind of neighbors you’ll have, how long it takes to run errands, and the length of your commute to school and work. When shopping for existing houses, you may find that a location you like doesn’t have homes that suit your taste, or you could find a house you love in a bad location. With new construction, all you have to do is find a lot you like, and you build any kind of house you choose.

3. Get All-New Home Features

While older homes may be very attractive and comfortable, the materials and techniques used to build them may be dated. For example, older properties might have lower-capacity electrical wiring that struggles to support the number of devices used by a modern family. It could also have old plumbing, windows, and flooring that are worn out. 

When you hire a construction company to build a home, the materials, utilities, and appliances will all be new, and you can pick the modern, advanced features you like. This might include smart-home technology, as well as improved insulation and other energy-saving measures.

Reach out to Gildehaus Construction in New Haven, MO, to plan your new construction home. This company has been serving Franklin County residents for over 30 years. Their trained and certified crew has an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau® and uses top-quality materials for every job. Call (573) 459-2111 to receive a free estimate, or visit them online to learn more.