Havasu Builders - Best to Worst

Code3Havasu · Jul 18, 2016

We spent the weekend looking at models and have narrowed it down to a few builders. My budget is 250k, no need for more than 1700 sq ft or less, but RV garage 50ft or more is a must. I will be paying cash for the lot which we are in process of buying. Can anyone please give me a break down of the best builders out there to the don't even think about it builders. Also anyone with past experiences with banks in town that were used for construction funding would be greatly appreciated.

AzGeo · Jul 18, 2016

I would go to every house under construction and talk to the sub contractors/workers . Who do they like, who are the late payers, who pays well, who tries to cut corners, who is disorganized ........

Over 15+ years, I've dealt with a few subs, two builders, and what I would call 'too many errors' in most Havasu projects .

One of the builders is no longer in business, but Oxley continues on . I would never use him again, and neither do most of his subs, vendors, realtors . I feel that he is the King of Order Changes, which always brings added costs for items contained in the original building contract .

He asked us to sign off on the first plain set with POSTS in front of the WINDOWS, holding up the front porch . When I confronted him about it, he claimed that "that's the only way to hold it up" .

So I guess he is also NOT HONEST too. My comment; "if the house isn't strong enough to hold up the porch, I don't want it" .

Three change orders later, ($2150.00 more) and the posts were gone . I've still had to repair trusses in this roof .

I could go on, but he's just a "nickle-dime worm", and will always 'change order UP your build' .

Don't let his 'bankrupt development' fool you into a false safe zone .........

AzGeo · Jul 18, 2016

I would stay away from the 'plastic insert bathtubs', and pay a little extra for the 'walk in showers' that require no doors . So much better to keep clean .

We installed a 'water softener' and 'RO system' just after completion, our CHROME faucets have lasted without replacement, since 1995 . DO NOT order the 'temperature compensating shower faucets', they don't last . Just get regular shower faucets .

IF you need 'retaining walls', have the builder deal with it, and get the best price, and no worries .

Everything you do after the house is done, will require you to be 'watching over the work' at all times, or you get whatever you get ........

YZFRider · Jul 18, 2016

Had our house built a year and a half ago. We did the same thing. Most of the builders use the same subs. The difference is that a good builder will not let the subs get away with half ass work. In the end we went with Seville Builders and are very happy we did.

outboardrick · Jul 19, 2016

I have a new Seville home and I think it's a good bang for the buck......That being said, I don't think I'd use him again.

HavaToon · Jul 19, 2016

Check out my uncle. He has available floor plans or can do custom design builds.
http://champlinconstco.com/

mjc · Jul 19, 2016

Talk to summitkarl.

LHC30 · Jul 19, 2016

We are just about to close on a house designed by SummitKarl and built by Kelco (Wade). Both are very easy to work with and Wade almost never charges for those inevitable little changes that show up during construction. On the few items I noticed during the build, they were remedied immediately and to perfection!

Englewood · Jul 19, 2016

What is everyone paying per foot to build?

Deja_Vu · Jul 19, 2016

sd broker said:
What is everyone paying per foot to build?

We are considering a Seville built home. We are interested in the Model 2070 with a few tweaks.
List price is $287,500 on your graded lot with a 54' RV garage

http://sevillebuilders.com/2088-seville-floor-plan/

CobraDave · Jul 31, 2016

That list price...is that for a complete package? Landscaping/ appliances/ ready to move in?

AzGeo · Jul 31, 2016

LHC30 said:
We are just about to close on a house designed by SummitKarl and built by Kelco (Wade). Both are very easy to work with and Wade almost never charges for those inevitable little changes that show up during construction. On the few items I noticed during the build, they were remedied immediately and to perfection!

Working with builders/people, who don't make up 'stories', just give you the plane truth, can make it easy when they do and run into 'legitimate problems' .

If the roofing tile, concrete, or custom ordered windows and doors come in 'over budget', I'm always willing to work with someone who treats me honestly . Someone who has not 'nickle and dime'd' me every step of the way .

The guy is in business and I want him (and his crews) to be happy working on my project, not just 'slamming it out' .

It's good to know there are reasonable contractors still around Havasu ......

Paul65k · Jul 31, 2016

AzGeo said:
Working with builders/people, who don't make up 'stories', just give you the plane truth, can make it easy when they do and run into 'legitimate problems' .

If the roofing tile, concrete, or custom ordered windows and doors come in 'over budget', I'm always willing to work with someone who treats me honestly . Someone who has not 'nickle and dime'd' me every step of the way .

The guy is in business and I want him (and his crews) to be happy working on my project, not just 'slamming it out' .

It's good to know there are reasonable contractors still around Havasu ......

This^^^^^

A builder has got to make a living and there are some very good ones here in town............and some not too good ones George......as you and I have discussed a few times

Paul65k · Jul 31, 2016

LHC30 said:
We are just about to close on a house designed by SummitKarl and built by Kelco (Wade). Both are very easy to work with and Wade almost never charges for those inevitable little changes that show up during construction. On the few items I noticed during the build, they were remedied immediately and to perfection!

Both great guys........I really like working with Kelco (Wade) for all the reasons you mention.:thumbsup:thumbsup

Mrs.Racer277 · Aug 1, 2016

LHC30 said:
We are just about to close on a house designed by SummitKarl and built by Kelco (Wade). Both are very easy to work with and Wade almost never charges for those inevitable little changes that show up during construction. On the few items I noticed during the build, they were remedied immediately and to perfection!

CONGRATS!!!!

I would recommend Kelco Wade Kelson also.:thumbsup:thumbsup

2FORCEFULL · Aug 19, 2016

Deja_Vu said:
We are considering a Seville built home. We are interested in the Model 2070 with a few tweaks.
List price is $287,500 on your graded lot with a 54' RV garage

http://sevillebuilders.com/2088-seville-floor-plan/

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the rv garage is not wide enough... the roll up door is not wide enough... nor tall enough

Deja_Vu · Aug 25, 2016

2FORCEFULL said:
the rv garage is not wide enough... the roll up door is not wide enough... nor tall enough

We've switched gears and have been talking with Bill at DBU homes. The new model is located at 2470 Viejo drive.

For $295k you can have 1850 sq ft of house with the 50' RV garage, Casita, and Cabana.

http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1569210

http://www.dbuhomes.com/viejo-luxury-model/

Deja_Vu · Aug 25, 2016

CobraDave said:
That list price...is that for a complete package? Landscaping/ appliances/ ready to move in?

The list prices I posted does not include the land, landscaping, or a refrigerator.

YZFRider · Aug 25, 2016

Deja_Vu said:
We are considering a Seville built home. We are interested in the Model 2070 with a few tweaks.
List price is $287,500 on your graded lot with a 54' RV garage

http://sevillebuilders.com/2088-seville-floor-plan/

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This is the house I built. With a few changes.

Deja_Vu · Aug 25, 2016

YZFRider said:
This is the house I built. With a few changes.

Congrats, Its a beautiful home. The finishes and design cues are very nice.

Code3Havasu · Aug 26, 2016

We ended up switching gears as well after endless hours of lot searching we found a model home for sale from Cutting Edge builders. We are set to close escrow on Sept. 16th they have been a great builder to work with and have taken care of every concern we had and even included a fridge as well.

1SNYDER · Aug 28, 2016

Tom Burns Builders,He has built two houses for us,with no problems and found us the lots.The third house by the golf course,was built in 1986 and he did a complete remodel with an RV garage. We have had zero problems and loved all the houses

tankcj · Sep 2, 2016

We have a Burns home as well. It has Tech Shield roof sheathing (radiant barrier) Not sure if he built/builds all his homes like that but it sure keeps the attic (and air handler) cooler.

KevinR · Sep 6, 2016

River Ridge Builders have built a few homes for my dad. One of them is his residence, the others for investment. Wayne has been great to work with all along the process.

hvnfun · Sep 6, 2016

Deja_Vu said:
We've switched gears and have been talking with Bill at DBU homes. The new model is located at 2470 Viejo drive.

View attachment 507591

For $295k you can have 1850 sq ft of house with the 50' RV garage, Casita, and Cabana.

http://tours.tourfactory.com/tours/tour.asp?t=1569210

http://www.dbuhomes.com/viejo-luxury-model/

Google Bill Ullery, I have been in Havasu for 20 years, he is not the sort of guy I would chose to do business with.

Deja_Vu · Sep 6, 2016

hvnfun said:
Google Bill Ullery, I have been in Havasu for 20 years, he is not the sort of guy I would chose to do business with.

Will do, thanks for the heads up.

Edit: so far I learned...
He was involved in getting an ASU campus in Lake Havasu City.
2011 Citizen of the year from the chamber of commerce.

Mrdeadair · Sep 8, 2016

What about Sunset Homes AZ?

http://www.sunsethomesaz.com/

Deja_Vu · Sep 8, 2016

Mrdeadair said:
What about Sunset Homes AZ?

http://www.sunsethomesaz.com/

Do they list prices online? EDIT: Yes...389k for that Horizon. gulp

I like that Horizon model, except my wife insists on a foyer and not an entry into the living room. :grumble:

The other thing is I prefer a pitch roof over the RV garage so it doesn't look like a fire station.

Deja_Vu · Sep 8, 2016

Code3Havasu said:
We ended up switching gears as well after endless hours of lot searching we found a model home for sale from Cutting Edge builders. We are set to close escrow on Sept. 16th they have been a great builder to work with and have taken care of every concern we had and even included a fridge as well.

Congrats! you got a week left to move :eek

FASTJTBT144 · Sep 25, 2016

Stay away for Bridgewater homes.

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