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Rochester's Finest: Top Custom Home Builders and Selection Tips

Posted by John Graziose on Fri, Mar 1, 2024 @ 07:03 AM

Choosing the right builder for your dream custom home in the Rochester area is a decision that sets the foundation for your future. You are creating a space where life’s most cherished moments will unfold. But in a sea of options, how do you ensure that you pick a builder who aligns with your vision, values, and expectations? This process is about more than comparing prices or portfolios; it’s about understanding the essence of what makes a home builder the perfect partner for your custom home project. In this blog, we delve deeper into the essential aspects to consider, guiding you through the journey of finding a builder that not only constructs houses but builds dreams on your land.

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Topics: Custom homes, Home Building Tips

6 Mistakes to Avoid When Building a New Custom Home

Posted by John Graziose on Sat, Feb 17, 2024 @ 19:02 PM

Building your dream home is an exhilarating journey, filled with opportunities to express your taste and create a space that perfectly aligns with your lifestyle. However, the path to a custom-built home is laden with important decisions and potential pitfalls. Gerber is here to put our expertise to use to call out common mistakes that can occur during the home-building process and how to avoid them, ensuring that your journey to a custom home is as smooth and enjoyable as the destination.

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Topics: Custom homes, Building a New Home, Home Building Tips

Steps to Take Before Building a House on Raw Land

Posted by John Graziose on Thu, Dec 21, 2023 @ 17:12 PM

The availability of prime building spots is one of the many advantages of living in the Greater Rochester/Finger Lakes Area. Whether you want a smaller suburban plot close to stores and highways or a sprawling, multi-acre spread deep in the woods, you’re bound to find the perfect lot. Buying undeveloped land is a little more complicated than purchasing an existing home or a house in a new home community and involves a few extra steps, Gerber's extensive experience in partnering with homeowners for site selection services equips us to walk you through the details of evaluating raw land for development.

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Topics: Building a New Home, Home Building Tips

The Importance of Site Selection in Custom Home Building

Posted by John Graziose on Wed, Dec 20, 2023 @ 11:12 AM

Your beautiful new custom home is only part of the equation. Where will it sit, and what will surround it? If you're considering constructing a home in the beautiful Greater Rochester area, you've already made a great choice. The right site lays the foundation for your dream home, influencing everything from the design to how you enjoy your space. Gerber is here to guide you through this important decision so that you make the best choice for your future home.

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Topics: Building a New Home, Selecting a Home Site, Home Building Tips

Smart Home Features for Your Custom Home in 2024

Posted by John Graziose on Mon, Dec 4, 2023 @ 12:12 PM

While designing and planning your custom home, don’t forget to consider smart features that are designed to simplify your routines, make entertaining a breeze, and add a much-needed sense of security. Smart home features are available in every room of the home as well as outdoors. What smart features should you ask your designer about during your consultation and design meetings?

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Topics: Home Design, Custom Home Features