Anyone familiar with Builders in Denver Metro Area?

Anyone familiar with Builders in Denver Metro Area?

Member since 2018 · 5 posts · 0 votes

Hello,

I've got a 15 year history with investing in rentals, property management, and new residential construction.  I've decided I would like to move out to Colorado.  I'm somewhat familiar with Denver Metro as I have visited about 10 times.  I am currently looking for a job in new residential construction management.  I have 8 years experience with being a construction superintendent, field manager, manager, etc.  I have begun some of the preliminary processes of winding down my involvement in things in the Kentucky area and have begun to apply to jobs in the Denver Metro area.  I have been researching the companies pretty thoroughly but you still don't always get all the information.  It dawned on me that I'm sure there are several realtors/investors/builders who may be on BP that would have personal experience with new residential construction scene out there that may be able to give me some insight or steer me clear of a bad gig.  I've worked for Pulte here(think they are still top 5 largest builder) and didn't like it.  Worked with a large regional builder here who is still privately owned and have enjoyed it.  I would appreciate any insight.  As always TIA.

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New to Real Estate · 50325 · Member since 2019 · 13 posts · 6 votes
5y

I only have experience as someone looking for a new build home lately...but Brookfield Residential and Lennar Homes seem to have the best reputation, as far as the quality of their homes goes.  I have no experience inside with the people who are doing the building...but I assume quality comes from quality building teams. 

Good luck! Denver is awesome and there is a ton of building going on as far as I can tell. 

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  • New to Real Estate · 50325 · Member since 2019 · 13 posts · 6 votes
    5y

    I only have experience as someone looking for a new build home lately...but Brookfield Residential and Lennar Homes seem to have the best reputation, as far as the quality of their homes goes.  I have no experience inside with the people who are doing the building...but I assume quality comes from quality building teams. 

    Good luck! Denver is awesome and there is a ton of building going on as far as I can tell. 

  • Realtor · Lone Tree, CO · Member since 2017 · 139 posts · 112 votes
    5y

    @Wade Mattingly

    My Fiance and I just bought a new build. What I can tell you is that most of the smaller builders are building some of the worst product I have ever seen. I think it is due to a shortage of good subs so the workmanship is terrible. In our home they drywalled over the AC vents, cabinet pieces were falling off the wall, appliances were installed improperly, and many more problems. We are 6 months in and still have a huge list of warranty items they have yet to get to. 

    This seems to be common unless you go with one of the mega-builders like Pulte, Lennar, etc.

  • Member since 2018 · 5 posts · 0 votes
    5y
    Would you mind to mention who your builder is or DM me the info?

    Originally posted by @Tanner Crawley:

    @Wade Mattingly

    My Fiance and I just bought a new build. What I can tell you is that most of the smaller builders are building some of the worst product I have ever seen. I think it is due to a shortage of good subs so the workmanship is terrible. In our home they drywalled over the AC vents, cabinet pieces were falling off the wall, appliances were installed improperly, and many more problems. We are 6 months in and still have a huge list of warranty items they have yet to get to. 

    This seems to be common unless you go with one of the mega-builders like Pulte, Lennar, etc.

  • Realtor · Castle Rock, CO · Member since 2021 · 38 posts · 15 votes
    4y

    @Wade Mattingly we've had good experience with KB Homes although I've also spoken to others who had issues with them as a builder outside of Colorado.  There are pros and cons but generally, I am a fan of new builds as investments as they have a few good years before they need repairs and maintenance.  I'm work regularly from all over the Denver Metro area and deal with multiple builders so let me know if you want to chat.

  • Investor · Castle Rock, CO · Member since 2018 · 297 posts · 159 votes
    4y

    @Wade Mattingly lets chat. We're looking for Project Management help. Message me if interested in chatting.

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