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Why Choose the Professionals at New Tradition Homes for Your Home Building Project

April 25, 2019

Are you thinking about moving this year? Maybe you’re outgrowing your space or know you’ll need a new roof in the next few years and don’t want to deal with that. People move for many reasons and at all times of the year. Many work with builders in their area to create a custom space for their families. But how do they decide who they want to work with? In the Vancouver, Washington, area, our neighborhoods are expanding. We already see the appeal, but now others are also realizing how epic our food scene is becoming, how close we really are to Portland, and how easy it is to escape to the outdoors all week long. That’s why builders are flocking here, filling the needs of those who want to build custom abodes. And there is a need for more homes, but wouldn’t you rather select a builder who is already intimately familiar with the region? 30-Year, Award-Winning History New Tradition Homes was established in 1987. The Helmes family wanted to develop long-lasting homes in Washington State and place the focus of our business on customer service and quality. Our vision became a reality and continues to expand. With the emphasis still on family, the company has grown as we’ve continued to meet the needs of the community. More than that, over the years we’ve been recognized for our erosion prevention tactics, outstanding use of color, majestic water feature implementations, best interior design, exceptional family floor plans, best kitchens, People’s Choice Award, Employer of Choice, and, most recently, ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year and Best of Clark County. When you select New Tradition Homes, you’re choosing to work with experienced, talented craftsmen and designers. We’re not just building you a home. We’re helping you build a life. Quick Move-In Homes If a home building project sounds overwhelming, we’re not surprised. It’s a big undertaking that requires time and a lot of decision-making. Many of our customers are looking for very specific elements in their homes, and custom building fits their needs. However, if you want a brand-new home that’s built by custom home builders and features ENERGY STAR®–rated appliances and state-of-the-art features, without the work of a true custom home, then one of our quick move-in homes might be right for you. You can move into your new 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath house in Vancouver almost immediately. At this price, you can expect granite slab kitchen counters, tile backsplash, a five-burner gas stove, a covered patio with full fencing, backyard landscaping with sprinklers, and a tankless gas water heater, all featured in the Hockinson School District. Or head to Ridgefield, where you’ll find a five-bedroom, three-bath, three-car garage home that’s move-in ready. Plus, it’s 100 percent ENERGY STAR® and Built Green of WA certified and comes with a two-year builder warranty and 2-10 home warranty for peace of mind for years. Team of Experts On the other hand, if you have decided that a custom home is the one for you, at New Tradition Homes, you will have access to a team of experts who will guide you seamlessly through each stage of the process. To help get you started, we have over 25 house plans to select from and thousands of custom options to personalize your space to make it exactly how you want it. But before each of these decisions occurs, financing comes first. And you’re not alone here either. First, we don’t require a separate construction loan. We take care of that for you, so you won’t begin paying on your loan until you actually move in. We also work with a team of preferred lenders to make the pre-qualification and mortgage process a breeze. When you work with us in all capacities, your sales manager, building team leader, and loan officer will work together to bring you a home that will last a lifetime and that you can absolutely afford. Then, once financing is taken care of, we provide a detailed construction schedule so you know when each aspect of the project will be occurring and, maybe more important, when you can expect to move in. For us, it’s often a three-month window between purchase agreement and move-in, but customizations can increase this timeline. Home building isn’t the only aspect we help with at New Tradition Homes. We also assist you to make interior selections from a range of cabinets, flooring, lighting, millwork, and paint colors, as well as decide how you want the space to function once you’re living in your home. We work within your budget to provide offerings we know will match your aesthetic and not break the bank. So on move-in day, you’re not stressed about how much more your home cost than you had planned, but comfortably know you made informed decisions along the way. You can just relax and enjoy! Energy-Efficient Homes We’ve touched on this slightly but really want to relay the importance of building energy-efficient homes for our customers. At New Tradition Homes, we’ve deliberately chosen to make eco-friendly decisions from our inception, and we’re now a green-building leader in our industry. The best part for you is that this is at no added cost to your project. We will automatically use environmentally sensitive building materials and incorporate green practices, such as native landscaping, rain sensors on sprinklers, and advanced framing techniques. Plus, your home will have healthier indoor air and reduced allergens, and each time your utility bill arrives, you’ll be saving hundreds because of our implementations. There isn’t just one reason why people choose New Tradition Homes for their home building projects. It’s a comprehensive, knowledge-based decision that leads them to our company, and we’re proud to offer the best, most personalized, energy-efficient homes in the state of Washington.