What buyers ask us.
Can I still choose finishes on a home under construction?+
Usually, up to the drywall stage. Call us for the selections still open on that home, or we can share what was planned for it.
Can you build on land I already own?+
Yes. We walk your lot first and price the site work, including well, septic, utilities, driveway and permits, before you commit to building.
Where do you build?+
Valdosta and Lowndes, Brooks, Berrien and Lanier counties, including Kinderlou, Hahira and North Lowndes.
Are you licensed and insured?+
Yes. LaCatalina Builders is a licensed Georgia residential contractor (RBCO008569), and we are insured. Certificates are available on request.
Who does the work on my home?+
Our trade partners, who are licensed and insured, each working to our written standards and managed by our project manager on site every day.
How do most clients find you?+
Most of our work comes from repeat clients and referrals.
Do you take on remodels?+
We take on a limited number of whole-home renovations and major additions each year. We don't take on single-room remodels or repair work.
What is preconstruction?+
About 4 to 6 weeks before you sign a build contract: we walk your lot, design your floor plan with our drafter, guide your selections and give you a full line-item budget. You keep your plans and selections, and if you build with us, your preconstruction fee is credited toward your build.
How long does a build take?+
Most homes are finished about 25 weeks after the foundation is complete. Your live timeline in the portal shows your estimated move-in date, and it updates if an inspection, materials or weather moves something.
How will I know what is happening?+
Daily walkthrough updates and pictures in your portal, a written update from us every Friday, and if the site is quiet, the portal tells you why.
Can I walk the house during construction?+
Yes. We walk it with you at rough-ins, at trim, and before handover.
What if I want to change something mid-build?+
Every change is written up as a change order, priced, and approved by you in your portal before any work is done.
How do payments work?+
You pay in stages as the work is finished: a 5% deposit at contract signing, then 20% at Base, 20% at Frame, 25% at Enclosed, 25% at Fit-off and the final 5% at Practical Completion. Your portal notifies you before each payment is due.
Can I pay cash, or do I need a construction loan?+
Either works. Many of our clients pay cash; others use a construction loan. If you are financing, we work directly with your lender on draw inspections.
How do I wire a payment safely?+
We will never send or change our bank details by email or text. Before any wire, call our office at (229) 561-7619, using the number on this website, and confirm the details with us.
What warranty comes with the home?+
Every home is enrolled in the 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty: 2 years on workmanship, 2 years on plumbing, electrical and ductwork, and 10 years on the structure. Questions about coverage can also go to 2-10 at 855-429-2109.
Do you come back after closing?+
Yes. We walk you through every system before you get the keys, and we come back for an 11-month check-up.
Every home is covered by the 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty.
Third-party coverage on every home we build, whatever the size or price. Full terms are in the warranty booklet you receive at handover.
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