The Advantage of a “Single-Source” Builder

October 25, 2024

Tested and proven work, products, and materials

When building a new home, working with a single-source builder offers significant advantages. At Winsome Construction, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality work, reliable materials, and products that have been tested for performance and durability. Our expertise in custom home building ensures that we meet and exceed our clients’ expectations, staying on top of the latest trends in residential design and construction.

We offer a wide range of options that fit every client’s budget and lifestyle while committing to maintaining strict quality standards, keeping projects on time, and staying within budget. To ensure this, we carefully select the materials and products we use in every custom home build.

Sometimes, homebuyers may suggest materials or products outside of our standard offerings. While we’re always open to exploring new options, it’s important to understand that not all products meet our criteria for performance and cost-effectiveness. Here are some common questions we receive about the materials and products we use, and why our process benefits your new home build.

Q: Why is it important to choose products and finishes by a certain deadline?

A: Making product selections early in the construction process, often before your home is started, allows us to be sure that the products will get to the job site on time and within budget. Coordinating vendors and trade contractors requires lead time—the time it takes to receive a product from a supplier and schedule an installer. When the client chooses products on time, we can keep the project on schedule and avoid paying extra for rush deliveries.

Q: A contractor in my area says he’ll roof my house for a lot less than what my builder quoted, but my builder advised against using him. Why?

A: As with most things in life, a lower price doesn’t necessarily mean lower overall cost. We seek out the best trade partners (like roofers) and negotiate the price of their work based on a variety of considerations. These include their availability, skills, experience, and ability to meet our deadline and quality standards. A low-priced roofer may not be sensitive to our schedule. They may leave the job unfinished or fail to meet our quality standards. This delays construction, often resulting in higher overall costs and extra work. Simply put, if the contractor is unknown to you and us, that’s a risk we’re uncomfortable taking on your behalf.

Q: I found some great outdoor light fixtures that would be perfect for my house. Can I use them instead of the ones being offered?

A: Some builders provide their clients with allowances to purchase certain products (usually finishes, like light fixtures) on their own. Even in those cases, however, we’re going to point our clients to the showroom of a reliable supplier—one we work with regularly who can stay within budget and guide an owner in the right direction. An off-the-shelf or mail-order item, even a brand name, carries some risk for both builder and homebuyer. The builder must guarantee its installation and durability without truly knowing how it will perform in your home. It may also be more difficult to install than the line of products we offer, raising costs.

Q: Why does my builder charge more for products I found online for less?

A: A builder’s price includes more than just the cost of the item—it covers shipping, installation, warranties, and support services. We also account for overhead costs like insurance and storage. By managing product sourcing and installation, we mitigate risks and ensure your home’s systems and finishes work seamlessly together, offering peace of mind for years to come.

To give reliable assurances and properly install and support the products and features of your new home, we must coordinate every aspect of the construction process. We strive to provide plenty of choices, based on extensive market analysis and years of experience in offering the most valuable commodity of all: your peace of mind.

Warm Regards,