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"From the beginning conceptual design to finished product, it felt more like a partnership than an owner-contractor relationship."

M. Coyne
Fairfax City, VA

 

The Art of a Successful Project

Fast Facts about Thomas Custom Builders

  • Licensed in all of VA BBB accredited business logo
  • Class A General Contractor since 1984 - over 25 years
  • Proud Member of the Better Business Bureau

Meet Our Happy Homeowners

At Thomas Custom Builders, we focus not on doing more, but on doing better. Our high standards and principles are why our clients are among the most-satisfied in the industry. We encourage you to read just a few of the dozens of testimonials we receive from satisfied clients.

Thomas Custom Builders Cares!

Thomas Custom Builders is proud to be a volunteer service provider for the Prince William County Habitat for Humanity. If you're interested in finding out how you can help this worthwhile organization, visit their Web site at http://www.habitatpwc.org/.

The Art of a Successful Project

The Art of Value Engineering

You may hear the term "value engineering" used to describe the Thomas Custom Builders approach. But what does that really mean?

Simply, value engineering is a system we use to improve the ratio of function to cost. There are four basic steps in the value engineering process:

  1. Information gathering. Here, we look at existing conditions (for instance, your current structure for a remodeling project or the site for a new home) and pinpoint your budget and requirements for the project in terms of both function and style.
  2. Idea generation. In this step, we brainstorm creative and innovative ways to reconcile your vision with what you can afford.
  3. Evaluation. Each option is carefully evaluated for impact, cost and performance, from choosing designers and suppliers to material selection and scheduling.
  4. Selection. In the final step, we work with you to finalize the best alternative that meets your requirements while maximizing cost savings to you.

TCB Tips Blog

Here’s a bright idea – let’s talk about lighting!

Saturday, January 28, 2012

Internet searches and visits to specialty stores in search of the perfect lighting solutions for your home can be overwhelming – and that’s an understatement.  We’ve heard countless stories of the stresses associated with selecting the fixtures and styles that will make you and your family happy for years to come.  Do the colors coordinate with the paint and furniture currently in-place?  If you’re renovating your home and replacing lighting altogether – which type of lighting will fit that room?  Which styles are ‘in’ and which styles are well past their trendy expiration date?  If you’ve decided on a home renovation, you may find it helps to ask the contractor for recommendations or references for designers and decorators.  When you have chosen to take the time, effort, and money to renovate, make sure your selections (like light fixtures) will keep you happy!    

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