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Here are some ways to save if you build your own home.
- Be your own general contractor.
- Do some of the construction and painting work yourself.
- Go with a simple plan; fewer turns save money.
- Build two floors, not one, to save on foundation costs.
- Be careful about material costs. Buy discount and try to avoid middle men. For example, the lumber for your house might be delivered directly from a local saw mill.
- Building smaller is cheaper. Things like quality built-ins, ventilation, tall ceilings, and open floor plans can make small seem big.
Use sites like Energystar.com and Greenbuilder.com to make sure your construction is energy efficient and environmentally sound to save on your future home operation costs.
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