Whether you’re building a custom Flower Mound home or buying one that’s already built, it’s important to check out the quality of the build as thoroughly as possible. Custom homes naturally come with a price tag that is a bit higher than what you find with a traditional home, so you should expect exceptional quality in every detail.
Sure you’re excited about the home theater or game room and it may get most of your attention, but don’t neglect to perform a thorough visual inspection! It’s easy to look at the “big picture” and think everything is perfect, but it’s after you move in and start inspecting closer that you often find those little “mistakes” that make you heart sick. Here are a few things to pay close attention to:
Foundation. Since it’s the base of your home and supports the walls and other components, you don’t want to see any sizable cracks. Small, nearly invisible hairline cracks are fairly common and nothing to worry about, but you should never see a large crack. If you do, it’s asking for trouble in the future.
Are the floors silent? That’s what your looking for, no creaking or other noises.
Perfect paint. Who wants a custom home with lumps, runs or uneven coverage? Paint should be smooth and seamless.
Dry wall should look like one smooth, continuous piece. If you see bulges, seams or bumps, you have a problem Houston. Smooth as glass is what you want to see with dry wall.
What about the ceiling? If you see a stain or discolored area, it usually indicates a leak. Water is the most damaging element for a home, so look especially close to make sure you don’t see any signs of a potential leak in the roof.
Doors and windows. We’ve all experienced it; windows that don’t want to open, doors that creak. Check out every door and window in the home to ensure they operate smoothly with no binding, creaking, or sticking.
You’ll also want to check around the exterior of the house to make sure everything is in good order. Look to make sure all holes in the siding or trim are filled in, and any paint smooth and even.
Many custom home builders have model homes that make it possible for those wanting to build their own homes to get a good idea of the quality and workmanship of the builder. If you’re considering a new custom home in Flower Mound, trust the builders at Bud Bartley Homes to deliver beyond your expectations. Give us a call today!
