Top 10 Home Builders in Chester, PA
Top questions to ask before hiring a home builder
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Recent reviews for Chester Home Builders
**Reference: CP Concrete and Sons - Failure to Return the $2,300 Deposit as Agreed** On July 25th, 2024, we received a quote from CP Concrete for $4,300 to furnish and install concrete in the basement family room floor at 2308 N. 50th Street, Philadelphi...
Monahan Builders built a addition on our home this past year. We were very happy with the job he and his company did. They were timely and very professional
Mike Monahan has just finished building our home . We couldn't be happier. Mike and his team were amazing. H has built our dream home!! Great timing! Great budget! Great workers! Awesome team to work with
We hired Mike Monahan in October 2020 to do a $200,000+ renovation of a 1920’s stone colonial. We chose Mike because I was 8 weeks pregnant and he PROMISED that our construction would be done before the baby was born, despite the challenges of the COVID p...
We recently hired Monahan building to build our home. Our home was built in a timely matter and on budget. The finishes turned out a amazing. Mikes wife Ingrid of Ingrids Designs was a huge help with the interior decorating as well. A great team. Would hi...
This past year we had Monahan building do a large project/ renovation on our home. Michael Monahan and his team were great to work with. His wife Ingrid from Ingrids designs helped swell with our finishes. Despite the pandemic everything tuned out amazing...
LIES! Monahan's website is full of pictures belonging to OTHER BUILDERS!!! Half of the projects shown are NOT theirs! They pride themselves for being based on integrity- obviously not! Please beware!!!
I highly recommend Monahan Building to anyone looking for a custom home builder. You will appreciate Michael Monahan's craftsmanship and integrity. He was a pleasure to work with from the very beginning. Michael helped us work through many challenges we f...
Everything You Need to Know About Chester Home Builders
Does the home builder I want to hire need to be licensed in Chester?
Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Home Builder need to have. There are 3 home builders in Chester that are licensed.
Here are the types of license(s) Home Builders need to have to work on Home Building Services jobs in PA:
- Accreditations/License: Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General
Can I browse unscreened Home Builders in Chester?
We do our best to screen all of our home builders. However, there are still some home builder professionals in Chester that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Chester or PA. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering home building services:
- Dolbow Swanson Building:
- Services Offered: Home Builders
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- Orleans Home Builders:
- Services Offered: Home Builders
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
- HARTH BUILDERS:
- BBB Rating: A+
- Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
How does invoicing/payment work for most Home Builder projects in Chester?
Every project differs, but you should ask any home builder for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any home building services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for home builders to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your home builder project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the home builder to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
All Home Builders in Chester, PA
Latest projects near Chester
I'm flexible
Something else
Replace outside or repair air conditioner pad.
Yes, I have sketches and a basic idea of what I want
Residential Building
Within a week
Within a week
Something else
Put a screw into patio side panel
No
Within a week
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Need repairs to front door jamb. Storm door blew back in wind and broke loose from jamb.
No
Within 48 hours
Something else
shed installation
Yes, I have plans and all required permits
Within a month
Something else
Remodel an office break room
No
Residential Building
Within 48 hours