Once you have done designing your dream tiny house, it is time to decide whether you want to build one yourself or hire a tiny house building company. If the latter is your choice, this guide is for you. We have shortlisted the tips on how you can find the best builders to construct your dream tiny house.
Take the following factors into consideration:
Experience and Skill
This is probably one of the most important things to ask your tiny home builder. You will be living in the house along with your family, so safety is the first factor to consider. Handing over the job to someone with less experience and skill just because they offer lower prices isn’t safe at all.
To determine the experience of tiny home builders, you can ask them a series of questions including,
- How long they have been building tiny houses?
- How many projects have they completed so far?
- Do they have the portfolio they can show you?
- Can they show you their previous work in person?
- Are testimonials available for their work?
Referrals
If possible, we would recommend you to talk to one or two of the builder’s previous clients. They can give you insight on whether or not to work with the specific builder. Also, carefully look at their portfolio to see if it matches the project you want to build. If their previous work is different from your dream tiny house, you will have to communicate more clearly during the interview process to determine if the builder can handle your project.
Location
Another factor to consider while looking for tiny house contractors is their location. Choose a builder close to your current location. It will allow you to visit the builders easily before the construction starts. It comes in handy when you want to design a custom tiny house and work with the contractors directly. No doubt, this can be done without in-person communication, but if you want to see results exactly as you planned, proximity plays an important role.
Custom Design
If you want to design the house based on your requirements, look for custom tiny home builders. Ask the builder if they offer customized designs or just work on their standard ones. If they don’t work on customized designs, see their standard ones to check if they match what you want. But, if they do, ask about the process you have to follow in order to do so.
Budget
Lastly, the biggest factor into consideration is the budget you are willing to spend. The best practice suggested by Supreme Tiny Houses is to ask for a quote from different builders including the cost of construction and labor. Then, compare the budgets to see which one best suits your requirements. Also, see the quality of the material they will be using along with the budget because nothing comes first then you and your family’s safety.
These are some of the prominent features that you need to consider before hiring a tiny house building company. It will ensure that you do not end up with the wrong builder and unsatisfied results.