How much will my project cost? How much per square foot? That depends on a couple factors. There are two primary cost drivers in new home construction: structural complexity and ingredients. Both cost drivers can affect the cost of labor and materials.
Structural Complexity
Structural complexity can be described as a home’s footprint. For example, take two homes with the exact same square footage and 9 ft. high walls.
Both homes are the same size, but one of the homes costs significantly more. The difference in price is reflected in the amount of materials and labor used for completion. So in the simplest terms, the more complex the structure, the more it will cost.
Ingredients
Material selection is the other major cost driver. Let’s take the above example and use two different siding materials.
Additionally, your choice of materials can impact labor costs. In our siding example, the labor (time and expertise) to install the shingles is higher. Every ingredient selection affects the cost of construction, from flooring to roofing.
It’s easy to see why determining a price per square foot is not very accurate without specific, detailed information about the home site, ingredients, and complexity of the home.
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