When you start the house hunting process one of the first questions you’ll have to answer is whether you want a new construction home or a resale home. This might seem like a tough decision, but buying a new construction home offers several key benefits that a resale home just can’t offer.
Customization– Working with a home builder gives you the power to be part of the building and design process. Doing this gives you a brand new home that’s made just for you. Everything from the floorplan to the flooring to paint color can all be handpicked to fit your ideal preferences. While you can always repaint or redo the flooring of a resale, it will be expensive and take a lot of time. With a new construction home, the house is ready to go as soon as you move in.
Energy Efficiency– Construction methods have come a long way over the years, and with modern techniques we can build a home that is significantly more energy efficient than an older resale home. One big way new homes are more energy efficient is the way they insulate. Using high-tech insulation, double or even triple paned windows, and air tight seals around doors, new homes are able to cut way down on the air conditioning bill. New homes also come with brand new highly efficient appliances, which is also a huge energy (and money) saver.
Less Maintenance– If you’re looking to make your honey-do-list a lot shorter, a new construction home is definitely the way to go. Since the house was just built, using high quality durable materials, the amount of repairs and regular maintenance will be considerably less than a resale home. Instead of spending your Saturdays remodeling the kitchen, you can have a relaxed weekend spending time with the kids.
Warranty– Most new homes come with a warranty that covers any major repairs that are needed during the first year. So if a pipe springs a leak, the builder will take care of the bill. Some warranties cover a home for longer than a year, and they’re transferable when you sell the home. New construction homes rarely have issues in the first year, but these warranties give you extra piece of mind, just in case.