What is an “owner-builder”?
An Owner-builder (O-B) is an individual who chooses to act as the General Contractor (GC) in managing the construction of his or her own home. Most consumers hire a General Contractor to manage the home building process. There are many obvious benefits to hiring a skilled professional who has the experience, connections and tools to ensure your project is completed right and on time. There are also many benefits to taking on the role of the General Contractor, from considerable cost savings, to enjoying extensive control over how the home is built and the products and materials used. Going the route of Owner-Builder is not a decision that one should make lightly. Let’s take a look at the both the benefits and the challenges of being an Owner-Builder. Why Do People Become Owner-Builders? “Money” Is The Biggest Motivator Though there are a number of benefits that drive more and more people each year to become O-Bs, the number one factor continues to be cost savings. Those savings equal i
