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Charlottesville Home Builder

Custom Homes & Additions

Custom Homes & Additions

Building a home is a big decision. We respect the investment you're making and are here to help. Our team is dedicated to quality and honesty. We strive for clear communication and transparency throughout the process. Let us build a home you'll be proud of.

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Let Your Dreams Take Shape: Custom Home Building That Reflects You

Bring your dream home to life on your lot in Charlottesville, Virginia. From pre-construction to build, our team guides you through every step to create a home that meets your vision.

Voted the #1 Remodeler in Virginia

Commonwealth Contractors is honored to be the 2024 recipient for the best remodeler in the state of Virginia by the BRBHA

Luke Roark Receiving the award for the #1 Remodeling Team in Virginia by the BRHBA
Interiors

What Goes Inside a Commonwealth Build

Tailored Kitchens
Bathrooms
Custom Cabinetry
Selections and Finishes
Energy Efficient Design
Tailored Kitchens

We budget for high-level countertop selections in high-traffic areas like the kitchen and master bathroom, while mid-tier options are reserved for secondary bathrooms and kitchenettes. You have the final choice, working with our countertop design team to select from Level 1 (lowest) to Level 4 (highest) options. All countertops are installed with careful consideration of layout, following NKBA recommended design standards.

Bathrooms

Our bathrooms are designed with your needs in mind. We use cabinetry tailored to your space, offer custom tile options, and carefully place plumbing fixtures for optimal use. Stone slab showers, a favorite among our clients, are complemented by custom glass paneling and doors. We budget for a bathroom that provides comfort and enjoyment every day.

Custom Cabinetry

Our cabinet packages include full overlay shaker-style cabinets with a painted finish and 42" upper cabinets with crown molding.Our cabinets feature dovetail drawers with full extension and soft-close mechanisms, framed construction, pull-out shelves, and shoe mold trim.

Selections and Finishes

We offer a variety of flooring styles, including hardwood, vinyl, carpet, tile, and gym floors. Our team will guide you in selecting the right option that fits your family's needs and seamlessly complements your space. Flooring options are categorized from Level 1 to Level 5, providing choices to match different preferences and budgets. All flooring is installed by specialized trade partners, ensuring a quality finish.

Energy Efficient Design

Our framing techniques, quality insulation, and air sealing ensure efficient temperature control. We also implement water saving plumbing fixtures, LED lighting, and efficient windows, doors and appliances to minimize energy waste.

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Exteriors

What Goes Outside a Commonwealth Build

James Hardie Siding
Custom Masonry
ProVia Windows and Doors
Outdoor Kitchens
Decks and Porches
Pools and Hot Tubs
James Hardie Siding

We choose and install James Hardie siding for its strength, low maintenance, and great look.

Custom Masonry

Our custom masonry work, including brick and stone, adds durability and timeless beauty to your home's exterior.

ProVia Windows and Doors

We select and install ProVia windows and doors for their energy efficiency, security, and style.

Outdoor Kitchens

We create custom outdoor kitchens that fit perfectly with your outdoor space, using durable, high-quality materials. Whether you want a basic grill or a full kitchen setup, we make sure it's perfect for your outdoor entertaining needs.

Decks and Porches

Our custom porch and deck designs make your outdoor spaces as enjoyable as the inside of your home. We choose products with your comfort in mind, like Azek PVC decking that stays cooler than Trex. We also offer high-finish ceilings, aluminum powder-coated railings, safe stair designs, and thoughtful layouts for lighting and heaters.

Pools and Hot Tubs

We design and build custom pools and hot tubs that enhance your outdoor living space, creating a perfect retreat for year-round enjoyment. Partnering with local vendors and installers, this becomes one of the most enjoyable parts of the preconstruction and construction phases, right up to the final splash.

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Pre-Construction

  • Purchase Your Lot: You bring the lot, and we bring the build. We'll meet at potential sites to discuss layout and topography.
  • Gauge Your Budget: Understand your budget and explore finance options.
  • Initial Budget Discussion: We'll discuss your budget in detail to ensure our approach meets your goals.
  • Pre-Construction Agreement: Once we’re aligned, sign the pre-construction agreement to start planning the layout and elevations.
  • Estimating Process: With finalized elevations and layout, we'll begin budgeting and assigning allowances for selections and finishes.
  • Selections: Choose your flooring, tiles, countertops, cabinetry, lighting, and plumbing fixtures with our local vendors and design team.
  • Final Budget and Timeline: We create a detailed budget and timeline, breaking the project into phases with assigned costs.
  • Permitting and Milestone Scheduling: We handle permits and set up a schedule for milestones and inspections.
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  • Purchase Your Lot: You bring the lot, and we bring the build. We'll meet at potential sites to discuss layout and topography.
  • Gauge Your Budget: Understand your budget and explore finance options.
  • Initial Budget Discussion: We'll discuss your budget in detail to ensure our approach meets your goals.
  • Pre-Construction Agreement: Once we’re aligned, sign the pre-construction agreement to start planning the layout and elevations.
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Construction

  • Communication is Key: We provide daily logs and offer an optional call or office meeting once a week. This weekly update is scheduled with your day-to-day in mind.
  • Dedicated Project Manager: Your Project Manager will be your main contact, keeping you informed and involved through our user-friendly software, Buildertrend.
  • Milestone Walkthroughs: In-person walkthroughs are scheduled at key construction phases to review progress and finalize details.
  • Ongoing Support: Our designers and vendors remain available throughout the build, ensuring a smooth and collaborative process from start to finish.
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Custom Build

Quality. Collaboration. Integrity.

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Our Process

The Commonwealth Contractors Building Process

We believe in a team approach. Our build team's responsibility goes beyond delivering quality; it involves maintaining strong collaboration with our clients. We emphasize a team-like approach, involving clients in the process through weekly updates and daily logs. It's important to us that we understand our client's vision and create a clear and simple narrative for any changes or additions through change orders and amendments.

Consultation

We’ll have a thorough conversation to align your budget with our building approach and project goals. After agreeing on the project details, sign the pre-construction agreement to start planning the design and layout. Once the design is set, we’ll start the estimating process, creating a budget and assigning allowances for different finishes and selections

Permits & Selections

Once we align on the project scope, we’ll manage the permitting  and project planning. We help you choose your preferred materials and fixtures, such as flooring, countertops, and cabinetry, with guidance from our design team and local vendors.

Schedule & Build

We’ll finalize the budget and create a detailed timeline, breaking the project into phases with specific costs and deadlines. We provide a dedicated project manager, daily logs and offer an optional call or office meeting once a week. Our designers and vendors remain available throughout the build, ensuring a smooth and collaborative process from start to finish.