Here are some questions you should ask every builder you are considering. During your interviews, find out everything you can about the builder. Listen carefully to what they say in answer to each question. Don’t confuse personable salesmanship with home building expertise. After interviewing prospective builders it is a good idea to ask mortgage companies, banks, suppliers, and the Better Business Bureau about the builders you’re considering.

Q: How long have you been in business?
A: David Rogers Homes, Inc. was founded by David Rogers, Sr. in 1987. Since its inception, David Rogers Homes has built more than 500 homes in and around the Lubbock area.

Q: What kind of actual homebuilding experience do you have?
A: David Rogers, Sr. has been in the home building business for over 25 years. Prior to founding David Rogers Homes, he worked as a construction manager for a local builder. Brandon Rogers, V.P. and construction manager, has 15 years of construction experience.

Q: Who supervises your construction? Do you have superintendents?
A: David Rogers Homes has great sub-contractors, but we also have experienced superintendents to oversee their work.

Q: How long have your sub-contractors worked for you?
A: David Rogers Homes’ subcontractors have worked with us for an average of 8 years, some since the founding of the company.

Q: Are you a locally owned company or based out of town?
A: David Rogers Homes was founded in Lubbock, and its headquarters will always remain in Lubbock.

Q: Can I customize my home, or am I limited in what I can change or add?
A: David Rogers Homes maintains the flexibility necessary for you to personalize your home to fit your individual needs and lifestyle. Your new home should reflect your personality, not someone else’s.

Q: How long does it take to build a home?
A: From the time of contract, it takes 6 months to build your new home.

Q: Can I contact past customers at random?
A: David Rogers Homes encourages potential customers to randomly pick any of our customers to contact.

Q: Do you have a permanent location, such as a model home?
A: David Rogers Homes has two model homes at 5831 100th Street and 7531 84th Street. We also employ a professional sales staff to take you from contract to closing.

Q: Is your company financially stable?
A: David Rogers Homes has a great relationship with banks, mortgage companies, and suppliers. We have been one of the top 5 Lubbock builders for the last 5 years.

Q: Do you have a clear, written warranty program?
A: Every David Rogers Home is guaranteed by our New Home Warranty Service Program. Each new home includes 1-year workmanship and materials warranty, 2-year systems warranty, and 10-year structural warranty. Also included is a 5 year parts and labor warranty for heating and air-conditioning equipment. All warranty issues are handled by our full-time warranty department and staff.

Q: Do you use any prefabricated materials?
A: While it is cheaper to use prefabricated materials, we feel it takes away from the overall quality of a home. Every David Rogers Home is custom built on site by professional subcontractors.

Q: What sets you apart from other builders?
A: Most builders can be grouped into two categories: a small custom builder, or a large production builder. David Rogers Homes combines characteristics of both to create a truly unique company. With David Rogers Homes your able to custom tailor your floorplan to fit your needs and lifestyle, something many larger builders are not able to do. At David Rogers Homes you’re able to take advantage of the cost benefits of large builders while enjoying the close personal attention of a custom builder.