Learn our tips for buying land to build your custom home.
Before you can get started building your custom home, you need to find the perfect land to build on. Buying land does not need to be a stressful or overwhelming process. Instead, it can be a great deal of fun! Here are some of our best tips for buying land to build your new custom home.
Buying Land is a Great Investment
Land costs in many parts of the country are very reasonable, especially if you don’t mind moving away from city centers. Many people purchase a great deal of land in the country so that they can build their custom home to their liking without a small amount of space to work with. If you have dreams of wide open spaces, buying your own land is the only way to go.
Before You Buy
Before you consider buying land for your custom home, there are several things to keep in mind:
- What zoning requirements are there where you are looking to buy land? Make sure that your custom home dreams line up with what you’ll be able to do before purchasing the land.
- Visit the area you are considering purchasing land before making the purchase. This is especially important if you are mulling over a move out to the country, as you might just be trading the smell of bus fumes for the smell of cow pies.
- Check for soil issues or other land problems before purchasing a plot. You can do this by getting a natural hazard disclosure for the area you are looking at. Certain places that seem innocuous have big problems lurking under the surface.
- What is the land elevation? If your potential custom home property is located in a hilly area, do some research to make sure that the land will not move over time. If you use a slab foundation, it might crack and shift over time as the land does.
- What utilities are available on the property? Even small issues like well-water instead of municipal water can detract from your custom home construction process and hike up your budget.
Create Your Dream Home with Rainbow Construction
Whether you are seeking the dream kitchen you have always wanted or the dream home you have always pined for, Rainbow Construction is here to help. With over 53 years of experience and a fantastic reputation, Rainbow Construction can make your dreams a reality. We pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service, professional expert workers, and competitive rates. To learn more about our custom home building, visit us online or give us a call at (301) 843-1018. To learn more about our services and who we are, follow us on Houzz, Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.