At Stanton Homes, we believe that the more information a homebuyer has, the more comfortable they will be with the purchase of their new home - and the more likely that new home will be to meet all of their needs.   So here's the top 10 recent questions we've been asked - and their answers. 

No matter who your builder is, they should be happy to work with you to answer questions like these.  In the meantime, feel free to browse through some of these topics. 

1.   I Need More Pantry Space - What Can I Do?

A custom home builder can work with you to rearrange a floor plan.  Take a look at this example.

2.   Do I Want a Woodburning or a Gas Fireplace?

The main issues are cost and regulations.  Take a look at some of the common things you'll want to consider. 

3.   How Long Will It Take to Build My New Raleigh Home?

Once you have a home plan and a lot selected, the next step is starting construction.  Here's an idea of common timelines. 

4.   Should My Front Porch Be Wood or Concrete?

You'll want to consider what's common in your area, as well as total cost.  Here are some things to think about.

5.   How Much Does a Septic System Cost?

A builder has a lot of factors to consider that affect septic system cost.  Here's what they'll look for. 

6.   I'm Concerned About Bedroom Noise - What Can I Do?

We've highlighted a few of the options available to keep bedroom noise to a minimum.

7.   My Lot is Rated for a 3 Bedroom Septic, but I Want To Build a 4 Bedroom Home. What Are My Options?

Maybe you purchased the lot before you chose your home plan...  There are still a few options, and we go over some of those here. 

8.   What Exactly is an Energy Star Home?

As energy costs increase, we anticipate that more homebuyers will be looking at ways to reduce home energy needs.  Here's what goes into an Energy Star home to make it stand out. 

9.   My Estimate is Only Valid for 30 Days - Why is That?

Most builders place a time limit on their bids and estimates.  Here's one of the reasons why. 

10.   How Can I Change the Look of this Home?

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