Frequently Asked Questions
You Have Questions, We Have Answers
How much does it cost to build a home?
The cost of building a new home can vary. We have a variety of home plans, features, structural options and home sites that fit nearly every budget. Final cost really comes down to your personal style and the selections you choose.
How long does it take to build a new home?
We estimate about 270 days form the time a permit is received to build your new home. Factors that can affect this time frame are weather, permit approvals and making selections in a timely manner.
We are busy with work, family and other activities. Isn't building a new home going to take a lot of our time?
We fully understand how busy life can be. Our goal is to minimize your time and energy. We have a proven step by step process for building so even the busiest people can build their dream home without interrupting their daily schedule.
Do we get to select building materials, appliances and other features?
Of course! We will work together to customize you home to fit your budget and style. You will work with our interior decorator to help and assist you through the design process.
How do we manage the building process?
We have a state of the art online building management system that helps you organize the entire process. All selections, paperwork, change orders, photos and calendar are all accessible online to ensure that you are well informed throughout the entire building process. The good news is that this system and the information contained within are a permanent record and will keep you organized well beyond the building process.
Once our home has started, how often do we need to go to the construction site to check on the progress?
As often as you would like! Once the building is underway, it is out job to see that the construction is done correctly. You will be able to follow the process with our online calendar, as well as the photos that are updated on a weekly basis!
Are your homes energy efficient?
Yes! The easiest way to describe how efficient our homes are is by using the HERS Rating. HERS stands for Home Energy Rating System. HERS works by giving every home a base rating of 100%. Every 1% lower than 100 represents a 1% reduction in energy consumption. The average new home being built has a HERS Rating of 100%. Virginia Homes’ consistently achieves a HERS Rating of 48-52%. This means that our homes are 48% to 52% more efficient than a typical new home. Please visit our home energy page for more information.