What to Look for in New Construction
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From the curb, many new homes appear identical, featuring contemporary elevations, neutral palettes, and all the buzzwords: open-concept, granite, and LVP. But if youโre comparing new construction options, donโt stop at surface-level. What truly separates a well-built home from a basic build is often in the details you donโt notice until youโve moved in.
At Turner Homes, we go beyond the standard checklist. Hereโs what to look for when youโre comparing buildersโand why the differences matter more than you might think.
Design Details That Donโt Feel Generic
Some national builders use cookie-cutter floor plans that feel copy-pasted from one neighborhood to the next. While these homes can check the affordability box, they often leave out the thoughtful touches that make daily life easier and more enjoyable. Turner Homes believes in raising the bar and our standards.
- ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐ฉ๐ฎ๐ป๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ฒ๐: If you've ever had to do a squat just to wash your face, you know the struggle of a standard 30" vanity. Our raised 36" vanities elevate your everyday routines.
- ๐๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ป๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐: Compared to short or flush eaves, extended eaves add visual dimension and durability, giving your home both form and function.
- ๐ง๐ฎ๐น๐น ๐๐ฒ๐ถ๐น๐ถ๐ป๐ด๐: Taller ceilings allow for larger windows and taller doors, making your space feel even bigger and brighter.
These arenโt afterthoughts or costly upgrades; theyโre part of how we build every home.
Materials That Matter Over Time
Many builders claim to include quality finishes, but itโs important to ask: how will those finishes perform in five years? Ten? Turner Homes uses superior finishes in our homes.
- ๐ ๐ผ๐ต๐ฎ๐๐ธ ๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ช๐ผ๐ผ๐ฑ flooring for the natural look of hardwood with the durability your household needs
- ๐ ๐ผ๐ต๐ฎ๐๐ธ ๐ฆ๐บ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐๐ฆ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ paired with an 8lb padโnot the flimsy kind that flattens within months
- ๐๐ฎ๐น๐๐ถ๐น๐ฒ in our Summit homes for stylish, long-lasting tile selections in baths and laundry rooms
You wonโt find low-grade carpet or hollow-feeling vinyl here. We choose finishes that stand the test of time, both in style and performance.
Features That Are Extras Elsewhere
Many builders offer upgrades ร la carte, which can quickly drive up the final price of your home. At Turner Homes, we include many of those โupgradesโ as standardโbecause we believe upgrades should go towards what makes your home unique, not what makes it function.
Every Turner home includes:
- ๐ฆ๐๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฆ๐น๐ถ๐ฑ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐น๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด offers smooth, seamless functionality that surpasses standard wire racks in both strength and style. Instead of frustrating hangers that catch or sagging shelves that feel temporary, youโll enjoy storage that works hard and looks good doing it.
- ๐๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ป๐ถ๐๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ผ๐ฝ๐ may be reserved for the kitchen by other buildersโor excluded altogether. With included granite in every full bathroom and kitchen, you'll find better durability, heat resistance, and long-term style that doesnโt peel or fade like lower-end options.
- ๐๐ถ๐ฐ๐ต๐น๐ฒ๐ฟ lighting fixtures bring thoughtful design and long-term reliability to every room, helping your home feel elevated from the moment you walk in.
- ๐๐ฒ๐น๐๐ฎ plumbing fixtures are trusted for their proven durability, elegant design, and smooth operation. No lightweight, off-brand options hereโjust quality finishes that perform beautifully and stand the test of time.
- ๐๐ฟ๐๐ถ๐๐ฎ๐ป ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐๐ฎ๐ถ๐น๐ like craftsman-style newell posts that add character and architectural detail you can see and feel. Where others may default to plain or builder-grade newel posts, ours provide a distinct look that anchors your homeโs interior with style and substance.
These arenโt flashy add-ons. Theyโre thoughtful choices we make to ensure your home looks great, lives better, and holds its value for years to come.
More Than Just a Pretty Facade
The difference between a โbudget builderโ and a true partner in your future isnโt just price; itโs value. At Turner Homes, we believe you shouldnโt have to fight for features that should be standard. You shouldnโt walk into your new home wondering what corners were cut.
We build homes that weโd want to live in ourselvesโhomes with smarter materials, more thoughtful layouts, and quality craftsmanship in every detail. Thatโs the Turner difference.
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