UNDER CONST 107 Pine Barrens Ct Gallery 11The market is good, things are looking up, builders are busy – and this is a dangerous time to be choosing your custom homebuilder! On the surface you may think that a good market will eliminate (or reduce) the risk of builder defaults. Much to the contrary, in a time of rising material and labor costs many inexperienced builders get trapped in Fixed Price construction contracts that were grossly underbid. That’s one reason why you’ll find some builders suggesting that their clients commit to Cost Plus contracts versus Fixed Price .

The problem with the Cost Plus contract is that it shifts the risk of rising costs to the client. This is a dangerous proposition in a climate of rising material and labor costs. That’s why it’s even more important to research your builder and choose an experienced professional who understands the marketplace. Seasoned builders will negotiate their prices with subcontractors and suppliers up-front, giving them the ability to offer the client a Fixed Price contract.

At Sterling Custom Homes, we are a Fixed Price builder. Having experienced many economic ups and downs in our 24 years of business, we have created the processes and systems that allow us to identify your price up front, eliminating your risk of fluctuating prices. Wouldn’t you want that from your professional custom homebuilder?

Sterling Custom Homes has been building the highest quality Austin custom homes since 1989. We are a full-service custom homebuilder eager to assist you with your lot analysis, home design and construction.