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April is New Homes Month: Your Guide to Finding the Ideal Builder in York County

Mar 29, 2024 | Announcements

April is New Homes Month, a time to celebrate the excitement and possibilities of homeownership. If you’re embarking on a new home building journey in York County, Pennsylvania, you’ve come to the perfect place. The York Builders Association (YBA) is here to serve as your trusty guide, ensuring that your path to homeownership is a smooth one!

The Benefits of New Homes

In today’s market, new homes offer many benefits for prospective homeowners. With mortgage interest rates on a downward trend, homes are becoming more affordable, enticing more buyers into the market. As demand for housing grows, builders are stepping up to add much-needed inventory, making homes more accessible for buyers and renters alike. Additionally, new homes are synonymous with safety, energy efficiency, and modern floor plans tailored to suit contemporary lifestyles.

Your Search for a Reliable Home Builder in York County

Finding the right builder who aligns with your communication preferences, work style/schedule, and the skills, experience, and team to build your ideal home is a significant undertaking. There are many horror stories of builders with questionable ethics, so it’s essential to approach your search carefully. Fortunately, YBA can help you streamline this process!

Begin With Research:
Start your journey by defining the type of home that you have in mind. Whether you envision a home in a family-friendly development, a townhome, or a custom-built sanctuary on your plot of land, your desired type of home will lead you to the builder best equipped to bring your dreams to life.

Leverage Local Expertise:
Tap into the resources your local home builders’ association provides, like YBA. With a deep understanding of the local market, they can connect you with reputable builders, contractors, and remodelers in your area. Simplify your search for any home project or outdoor professional in York, PA with YBA’s Find a Pro online tool.

Delve Into Details:
As you narrow down your list of potential builders, ask the critical questions that will shape your decision. Inquire about communication practices during construction, long-term community plans, homeowner associations, and warranties. If you haven’t already, ask local builders if they are a member of the York Builders Association and make sure to get references. Seek feedback from previous clients to gain firsthand insights into their satisfaction with the work and overall experience.

Explore On-Site:
When feasible, seize the opportunity to explore recently completed homes and neighborhoods. Open houses and tours provide an up-close examination of a builder’s craftsmanship and quality. It’s a chance to inspect the finer details and perhaps chat with other members of the builder’s team.

Why Work with a YBA Member?

YBA members are more than just local builders—they are dedicated professionals committed to their craft and the industry. They live and work in the York County community and care about the areas where they build. Along with the association, members continue to advocate for policies and strategies to improve housing affordability in 2024.

Upholding a code of ethics, YBA members are insured, registered, and reliable. Finally, YBA offers the Consumer Assurance Program (CAP) – a confidential mediation program designed to promote quality workmanship and high ethical principles within York County.

Your Resource for Finding Local Pros in York, PA

With YBA as your guide, the journey to finding the right builder in York County for your dream home doesn’t have to challenging. Whether you’re searching for a professional remodeler, home builder, or service provider in the residential home-building industry, YBA has you covered.

Contact the York Builders Association today to request your 2024 YBA Homeowner’s Resource Guide!

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​About the York Builders Association

YBA was chartered in 1964 as a non-profit association of builders and related trades, organized to promote home ownership for the citizens of York County and the improvement of the building industry. We are affiliated with the Pennsylvania Builders Association (PBA) and the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

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