At Curington Homes, we want to reassure you that our pricing isn’t about inflating costs for profit—it’s about maintaining industry standards and delivering quality. Our margins follow the guidelines set by the Association of Professional Builders, ensuring that our prices reflect the true cost of building your home, with transparency every step of the way.
Understanding Builder Markup vs. Margin
There’s often confusion between markup and margin. A builder may apply a 25% markup to materials and labor, but this doesn’t equal a 25% profit margin. In reality, a 25% markup results in about a 20% margin after accounting for overhead costs like wages, insurance, gas, vehicle maintenance, and office expenses.
This distinction is important. Curington Homes uses its margin not just to cover expenses but also to manage the entire project and ensure your construction experience is smooth from start to finish. This includes managing subcontractors and ensuring every phase is handled seamlessly.
Why Margins Are Critical to Your Custom Home’s Success
Building a custom home is a complex process that requires careful planning, precise execution, and seamless coordination between trades. A healthy builder’s margin helps ensure the quality of materials and craftsmanship, so your home is built to last. If a builder cuts margins too thin, they may be forced to cut corners or rush key steps, which can lead to problems later on.
Curington Homes uses its margin to make sure we can focus on what matters most: delivering a home that exceeds your expectations and stands the test of time. We invest in the best materials, and the margin allows us to cover unforeseen challenges without sacrificing quality or extending your project’s timeline.
How Curington Homes Protects Your Investment
At Curington Homes, our margin ensures that you get high-quality craftsmanship and transparency throughout the building process. We believe in building trust by being upfront about our pricing. You’ll never be surprised by hidden fees or sudden cost increases. Our detailed contracts ensure that you know exactly where your money is going and how we’re using our margin to benefit your project.
By maintaining a margin that supports high standards, skilled labor, and efficient project management, we protect the longevity of your home and make sure it’s something you can enjoy for years to come.
We Don’t Cut Corners—We Build to Last
At Curington Homes, we don’t believe in cutting corners to save money. Our pricing ensures that you receive top-tier craftsmanship, quality materials, and a smooth building experience. Builders who cut margins too thin may compromise on quality to meet a price point, which can lead to problems for homeowners down the line—like costly repairs or delays during construction. We want to ensure your home is built right, the first time.
Our margins are designed to protect both you and us from unforeseen challenges that often arise during construction. This allows us to solve problems quickly, manage subcontractors efficiently, and keep your project moving forward on schedule.
Trust the Builder Margin to Protect Your Dream Home
While it’s easy to focus on the immediate cost of your custom home, remember that the builder’s margin plays a critical role in the success of your project. By working with a builder like Curington Homes that maintains a healthy margin, you’re ensuring that your home will be built with the highest level of craftsmanship, attention to detail, and care—all within the pricing guidelines set by the Association of Professional Builders.
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