What Makes a Custom Home Different From A Standard Home

Posted on 29th April, 2019

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If you are considering planning or purchasing a new home in OKC, one of the most essential aspects of the process is to choose the right builder. The two classifications in this space are - custom home builders and production home builders. Many prospective homebuyers wonder what the difference between these two options are.  Here we look at what makes a custom home different from a standard home.

 

About Production Homes

 

Production homes have the same home design and layout in every home in the development. These are very common in neighborhoods where large volume homebuilders have developments.  Production homes are also referred to as tract homes and these are generally built in suburban areas on the outskirts of more densely populated neighborhoods. 

 

All the homes in these communities will be built by a specific production home builder who is also the owner of all the lots.  While there are many production homebuilders with good reputations in Oklahoma city, tract homes may not always suit your requirement.

 

About Custom Homes

 

A custom home is specifically designed for the homeowner and is built from scratch.  It is a one-of-a-kind home, with the unique features and installations based on the owner’s requirements.  In these types of projects, the home’s lot becomes the factor that drives design and construction.

 

Custom home building could be of two types.  In some cases, the homeowner finds their own lot, while at others it is a builder’s lot.  We at Manchester Homes provide high-quality custom homes in OKC.  Over the years we have provided unique constructions and superior home designs. Discerning clients that are looking for high quality, green homes in Oklahoma City, that suit their lifestyle opt for our services.

 

In between production homes and custom homes are semi-custom homes.  These too are production homes but offer homebuyers greater flexibility when it comes to customizing certain features in the stock plans.

 

Standard Home Vs Custom Home

 

Production Home

 

  • Production homes are typically cookie-cutter structures with homogenous house plans.  They offer no flexibility in options when it comes to room configuration and layouts.
  • You don’t get to choose finishing touches such as flooring, features, cabinets, etc.
  • Once the plan has been set by the builder, the homeowner has almost no flexibility to make any changes. However, these homes are cheaper than custom homes.

 

Custom Homes in Oklahoma City

 

  • Enormous flexibility
  • You get to choose every aspect of the layout, design as well as all the features and installations in the structure.
  • The home is built to suit your family’s requirements and your personal preferences.
  • A custom home is more expensive than a tract home or even a semi-custom home.

 

As you can see, there are certain distinct differences between a standard home and a custom home in OKC. We offer complete flexibility and use the highest-grade materials in our work so you get the home of your dreams.

 

If you want to know more about new homes in Oklahoma or our service, get in touch with Manchester Homes. Clients can contact us or call 405 787 7242 for assistance.