Top 10 Home Builders in Hockessin, DE
Top questions to ask before hiring a home builder
A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.
Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?
Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.
First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.
Recent reviews for Hockessin Home Builders
Monahan Builders built a addition on our home this past year. We were very happy with the job he and his company did. They were timely and very professional
Mike Monahan has just finished building our home . We couldn't be happier. Mike and his team were amazing. H has built our dream home!! Great timing! Great budget! Great workers! Awesome team to work with
We hired Mike Monahan in October 2020 to do a $200,000+ renovation of a 1920’s stone colonial. We chose Mike because I was 8 weeks pregnant and he PROMISED that our construction would be done before the baby was born, despite the challenges of the COVID p...
Michael Monahan and his team did a amazing job building our home. It was done in a timely matter and on budget. His wife is a interior decorator, Ingrids Designs. They both worked so well together with us into making this our dream home. Would highly reco...
We recently hired Monahan building to build our home. Our home was built in a timely matter and on budget. The finishes turned out a amazing. Mikes wife Ingrid of Ingrids Designs was a huge help with the interior decorating as well. A great team. Would hi...
This past year we had Monahan building do a large project/ renovation on our home. Michael Monahan and his team were great to work with. His wife Ingrid from Ingrids designs helped swell with our finishes. Despite the pandemic everything tuned out amazing...
LIES! Monahan's website is full of pictures belonging to OTHER BUILDERS!!! Half of the projects shown are NOT theirs! They pride themselves for being based on integrity- obviously not! Please beware!!!
Everything You Need to Know About Hockessin Home Builders
How many home builders does Hockessin have?
There are around 50 companies throughout Hockessin to help you with your next home building services job.
- 7 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.
How does invoicing/payment work for most Home Builder projects in Hockessin?
Every project differs, but you should ask any home builder for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any home building services work is done.
If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for home builders to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your home builder project.
If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the home builder to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.
Does the home builder I want to hire need to be licensed in Hockessin?
Before you start any project, it is crucial to learn about the certifications and licenses that you or your Home Builder need to have. There are 3 home builders in Hockessin that are licensed.
Here are the types of license(s) Home Builders need to have to work on Home Building Services jobs in DE:
- Accreditations/License: Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General
All Home Builders in Hockessin, DE
Latest projects near Hockessin
Residential Building
Within a year
Residential Building
I'm flexible
Within a month
Something else
Small bedroom
build 4x6x6 storage space that is ventilated via exhaust fan.
Yes, I have sketches and a basic idea of what I want
Within a month
Something else
Pour cement step in front for porch. Two step about 4 ft wide
No
Residential Building
Within 48 hours
I'm flexible
Something else
replace deck stairs. Approx 23" high, 48" wide. 3 stairs.
No
Within a month
Something else
Hardscape around pool
No
Custom Home Design
Within a year
Within a week
Construction Project Management