Your Questions, Answered

We've compiled a comprehensive list of frequently asked questions to help you prepare for your call.

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How long does it take to build a Better Living home?

The construction timeline for a Better Living home typically ranges from 12 to 18 months. However, several factors influence the duration, including the complexity of the home’s design, the level of customization, and the inclusion of additional features such as wellness amenities. A key part of our approach is ensuring transparency and communication throughout the process. From the initial design phase to the final walkthrough, our team will keep you informed about each stage of the project.

We work diligently to maintain an efficient timeline without sacrificing quality. Our project managers oversee the day-to-day operations and ensure that subcontractors and suppliers stay on schedule, while maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship. By planning thoroughly before breaking ground and maintaining a clear project roadmap, we aim to minimize delays and deliver your home on time, while ensuring all details are tailored to your vision.

What’s the difference between a semi-custom home and a fully custom home?

A semi-custom home offers homeowners the flexibility to personalize key elements of the design, while working from a selection of pre-designed layouts. This allows for significant customization without the extended timeline or higher costs associated with fully custom homes. In a semi-custom home, you can choose finishes, materials, floor plan adjustments, and additional features like wellness amenities, while benefiting from an efficient building process that’s already been carefully planned.

A fully custom home, on the other hand, starts from scratch, with every detail designed and built according to your specifications. While this offers maximum personalization, it often results in a longer timeline and a higher budget, as every element must be engineered and constructed uniquely. At Better Living, our semi-custom approach strikes a balance between personalization and efficiency, providing you with a home that reflects your style and needs, while maintaining a manageable timeline and budget.

What are the benefits of adding wellness features during construction?

Integrating wellness features during the construction of your home allows for seamless design and functionality. Features like saunas, steam rooms, cryotherapy booths, and smart air purifiers require specific planning for ventilation, electrical systems, and plumbing to ensure they operate efficiently and fit within the architectural design. By incorporating these elements early in the construction process, we can optimize the layout, ensuring that they are energy-efficient and integrated into the overall home system.

In addition, wellness features enhance both the resale value and livability of your home. Today’s homebuyers are increasingly seeking wellness-focused spaces that promote physical and mental well-being. Whether it’s a meditation room or a cold plunge, these features not only provide personal health benefits but also future-proof your home by meeting the growing demand for wellness-centered living.

Can Better Living help me find the perfect lot for my home?

Yes, Better Living offers a dedicated land specialist team that works closely with leading developers and real estate agents across Orange County to help you find the ideal lot for your home. Choosing the right land is a critical step in the home-building process, as the location should not only meet your personal preferences but also align with the design of your home and its functional needs.

Our specialists consider factors like zoning regulations, soil quality, proximity to utilities, and the overall topography of the lot to ensure it supports your architectural vision. Additionally, we work to find lots in desirable communities that reflect the Orange County lifestyle. Whether you already own land or need assistance finding the perfect location, Better Living ensures that your lot is the ideal foundation for your dream home .

How much input do I have in the home design process?

At Better Living, we prioritize homeowner involvement in the design process to ensure that your new home reflects your vision, lifestyle, and personal preferences. You will have significant input in selecting finishes, materials, floor plan adjustments, and wellness features such as home gyms or meditation spaces. From the initial planning stages to final construction decisions, our team works closely with you to customize key aspects of the home while keeping the process streamlined and efficient.

However, you only need to be as involved as you wish. If you prefer, our expert design team can handle many of the smaller decisions, providing guidance and suggestions that align with your vision. This flexibility allows us to offer a semi-custom experience that is both collaborative and efficient.

What’s included in the cost of a Better Living home?

Better Living homes fall within the $1.5 to $2.5 million range, offering a blend of “affordable luxury” that combines high-end design with practical pricing. The base cost includes a variety of customization options, from choosing your floor plan and finishes to incorporating sustainable building practices and smart home technologies. Additionally, our homes are built with premium materials like travertine and limestone, ensuring long-term durability and aesthetic appeal.

While many customization options are included, we also offer upgrades for homeowners looking to incorporate advanced wellness features such as cryotherapy booths, saunas, or cold plunge pools. Our transparent pricing model allows you to see exactly what’s included and plan your budget accordingly.

How do I make my home more energy-efficient?

Better Living places a strong emphasis on sustainability and energy efficiency in every home we build. By incorporating energy-efficient windows, high-quality insulation, and smart HVAC systems, we ensure that your home consumes less energy, reduces utility costs, and contributes to a greener environment. We also offer smart home technologies, such as smart thermostats, energy-efficient lighting, and air purification systems, which further enhance your home’s environmental performance.

Planning for energy efficiency during construction allows us to integrate these features into the design, optimizing your home’s layout to make the most of natural light, airflow, and temperature regulation. Our goal is to create a home that not only provides comfort but also reduces your carbon footprint.

Do I need to hire an architect first?

No, with Better Living, there’s no need to hire an external architect. Our semi-custom home building model provides a selection of expertly designed floor plans, which you can personalize according to your needs. Our in-house design team will work with you to adjust the layout, select finishes, and incorporate wellness features, ensuring that the final design meets your vision without the extended timeline and cost of a fully custom build.

This streamlined approach eliminates the need for outside architects, saving both time and money. If you do wish to bring in your own designer or architect, we’re happy to collaborate, but our team is fully equipped to handle the entire design and building process.

What kind of warranty do you provide?

Better Living offers a comprehensive warranty package that gives homeowners peace of mind. Our warranty typically includes one year of coverage for cosmetic repairs and adjustments, two years for electrical and mechanical systems, and up to 10 years for major structural components like the foundation and framing. This ensures that any issues that arise post-construction are addressed promptly and effectively.

We stand behind the quality of our work, and our goal is to ensure that your home continues to meet your expectations long after construction is completed. In addition to our warranty, we offer ongoing support to assist with maintenance or improvements in the future.

How does Better Living handle project management and site supervision?

Better Living is committed to a hands-on approach when it comes to managing your home’s construction. Each project is overseen by an on-site project manager who is responsible for coordinating daily tasks, managing subcontractors, and ensuring that all construction milestones are met according to schedule. This allows us to maintain high-quality standards while keeping the project on track.

Our project managers serve as your main point of contact, providing regular updates and addressing any questions or concerns you may have. By maintaining close oversight of the building process, we ensure that your home is completed on time, on budget, and to the highest level of quality.

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