Colorado is a wonderful place to live. With all of our sunshine and beautiful scenery, a lot of people have chosen Colorado to be their home, and sometimes, their home away from home.

It is no wonder that you should want a reputable builder to construct your new house. After you have decided on the type of house you want to build, you should contact your local builders association to obtain a list of local homebuilders.

Within your local newspaper, stay updated in the real estate section. Active builders will have advertisements and articles featuring their work. The real estate section can also give you an idea of the types and price range of homes they build.

Use your own network of people as well. Do friends or relative recommend someone? Ask a real estate agent if they have heard of different builder reputations. Did these people deal with the builder personally or have they heard, second-hand, of this builder?

Some builders could provide lists of homeowners that would be willing to speak with you about their experience. Take notes and ask as many questions as you can. Take notes on personal impressions so you can make a proper judgment later. If you do have the chance to speak with homeowners, ask them questions such as, “Are you happy with your home? Did you have any problems building your home? Have you had any problems since your home was completed? If so, has your builder been accommodating to your requests to fix the problem? If you were to build another home, would you use this builder or would you recommend this builder to your friends?”

Shop around and look at as many new homes as possible, both furnished and unfurnished. A model that is furnished helps you visualize how the space can be use, but an unfurnished model allows you to examine more closely the quality of the builder’s work. Take note of the exterior designs as well.

Be sure to inquire about a warranty. Most builders back their own work, usually for one year, but make sure there is one, read it carefully, and ask questions if you do not understand.

Finally, make sure you ask your potential builder plenty of questions. Some of your questions should include:

Being thorough and inquisitive will only assist you in this important purchase. You will have the confidence that this was the best decision for you.

For additional information and questions you have about selecting your builder, the local builders association can assist you.