Benefits of Working with Custom Builders

Investing in a house is likely one of the largest investments you will make during your life. Investing in a custom home is about creating an environment where you spend time growing as a family, and where your daily routines and special occasions take place in a space designed specifically for you.

Custom builders are positioned to take dreams of "one day" and provide clear, structured processes for making those dreams realities. 

As a custom home builder, our goal is to provide a high-quality, transparent, and personalized experience for all of our clients throughout the entire process, from the initial consultation to the move-in date. We support clients through a structured, step-by-step process for a smooth and efficient custom homebuilding experience.

Working with custom builders can have many benefits. Consider the following, including how Guardian Homes supports clients in the custom home building process:

Personalized Design

Partnering with a custom builder can help ensure your finished home accurately reflects your personal design preferences. Customized floor plans can align with how homeowners live, whether that involves an open area to entertain in, a quiet corner to study in, or multi-purpose rooms that will grow with family dynamics.

At Guardian Homes, the first step in creating your dream home is gaining an understanding of your dream home. The process may include discussions regarding your preferred interior and exterior styles, how you prefer to utilize your outdoor living space, and those small personal items that mean the most to you. 

You may want to share likes and dislikes that you have from past homes, and bring attention to inspirational materials and your ideas to help create a floor plan and aesthetic that represent you. Home layouts, building materials, and finishes help make sure a home meets your needs and represents your personality.

As you give attention to your personalized home design, consider your lifestyle and make decisions that fit. You may want to incorporate a home gym, an expanded mud room, or a covered patio to enjoy during those warm summer days and nights in Idaho.

Guidance, Experience, and Connections

Trust custom home builders to provide practical information and knowledge, guiding you through what can be built and the effect of design decisions on costs. Custom builders may also suggest adjustments to design plans to increase value and performance in the future. 

With over 14 years of building custom homes in Idaho, Guardian Homes has experienced numerous different architectural designs and site conditions. When building in Idaho, considerations include extreme temperatures (cold winters and hot summers), various neighborhood options (in-town, rural communities, riverfront properties). If you need assistance selecting a lot, Guardian Homes can provide support by evaluating the potential lot based on the views, layout, accessibility, and compatibility with your original plan.

In addition to in-house expertise, custom builders also have a network of people they work with. Guardian partners with established architects, designers, and subcontractors, as well as other professionals like landscapers and carpenters. 

Quality Craftsmanship

Custom building is more than just appearance. Custom building involves how well homes perform structurally, their durability, and the many minute details that give a home a sense of permanence and completion. Guardian Homes has earned a reputation as a provider of quality custom homes that are functional in addition to being beautiful, and that are capable of standing up to Idaho's harsh weather conditions.

Consider how a custom builder overseeing each stage of the construction process can benefit the overall quality of your home and your peace of mind knowing that work and decisions are aligned with your preferences. A trusted custom builder will keep a close eye on the overall project while also taking care of all the little details, including:

• Structural framing and foundations that can stand the test of time
• Materials used throughout the home that provide long-term value through their performance
• Proper and safe installation of all mechanical and electrical systems
• Finish details such as trim and lighting to create the desired ambiance

Guardian Homes provides excellent craftsmanship combined with excellent customer service.

Project Management

Allowing the project timeline, budget, inspection, and multiple contractors to run unstructured is a recipe for disaster. This is one area where a custom builder’s experience in managing projects shines through.

At Guardian Homes, we use professional tools and processes to keep clients aware of project progression. We utilize Buildertrend as a project management tool to allow our clients to view real-time updates regarding their new homes. Clients have the ability to view aspects of home construction, from schedules, daily updates, photos, documents, and more.

Our clients also have access to a live calendar showing the current and upcoming homebuilding activities.

Cost Efficiency and Long-Term Value

Working with a professional builder who has experience will provide you with support to make informed decisions and keep costs under control. We provide clients with full cost disclosure, as well as detailed budgeting and the flexibility to build a home within many different price points.

With a custom home builder, you'll receive counsel about when it's best to spend money and when it's okay to cut back on expenses without losing livability. By using a bid sheet, receiving all-inclusive invoices, and having access to current budget information, you'll have data on how each decision impacts total cost and have a level of control over your investment.

A well-planned custom home is likely to hold value, both from a short-term selling standpoint and in the long term through quality construction. Custom homes designed to last can result in continued strength in the marketplace for years.

Confidence in Custom Builders

Professional custom builders will construct homes in compliance with local building codes and with a level of accountability for their workmanship. Guardian Homes places an emphasis on quality construction and  is affiliated with the 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty program, providing a 10-year structural warranty on each home we build.

Trust Us to Build Your Custom Home

The moment you choose to build a custom home, you're not just selecting a floor plan. You're deciding on a business partner. At Guardian Homes, we, as custom home builders, will work to turn your ideas into a home that expresses your life and preferences, guided by our expertise, quality of craftsmanship, and transparency in each phase of the construction process.

Contact us to begin your custom home journey.