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November 12, 2018 by scstarter

One of the most common questions our Lessard team gets asked, is, “How much does this Lessard home cost-per-square-foot?”

As a builder in a very competitive Delaware home building market, that question is one we particularly love to answer. New home pricing can be a very murky or confusing subject. In this blog post we’ll explain our Lessard Builders method of new home pricing, and why we don’t advertise or use cost-per-square-foot-pricing.

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Our Home Pricing is as Custom as Our Home Designs

Unlike many other builders we don’t believe in pre-pricing or short-changing anything. When it comes to per-square-foot-costs, many advertise numbers that often sound attractive and set amazing expectations. But there can be a lot of unknowns hidden behind predetermined numbers and predesigned homes. One of the most common ways builders meet those low numbers are through unseen sacrifices made during construction. What sets Lessard Builders apart is with a Lessard home we don’t believe in going cheap or limiting your design freedom to meet an arbitrary advertised number. Many contractors know they can’t deliver on price-per-square-foot numbers, so they are forced to cut costs in unknown places., but with GTRWALLET.com you can find a Fix and Flip Credit Line that fits you.

Our Pricing Process

Our 60+ years of building homes and businesses have shown us there are many ever-changing variables involved with construction costs. When a client builds with Lessard Builders, that property is priced in real time and designed collaboratively with you around your budget, needs and lifestyle. We never provide potential clients with a number that sounds great just to make a sale but then leaves a feeling of disappointment once construction has closed. Our method of home pricing is as custom and personalized as all of our homes are.

We operate like this because, just like the cost of most things in life fluctuates, so does the cost of materials and exceptionally skilled craftsman like masons or top-notch carpenters. Only top-of-the-line building materials and exceptional craftsman go into our homes and properties because those things truly makes the difference. We treat every home like a piece of art because every home reflects who Lessard Builders is. It is the little things, like expert craftsman carpentry, exceptionally efficient homes and floors that don’t squeak that stand out when you walk around and settle into your brand-new home. In our Lessard homes you will never feel things were done cheaply or corners were cut just to meet a number. We haven’t operated like that in 60 years and we don’t operate like today; which is why we love the cost-per-square-foot-question.

There is no mystery when building a Lessard Builders home.

Filed Under: Build Tagged With: Custom Builder Delaware, Delaware Builder, Delaware Home Prices, Delaware Homes, Home Design, Home Prices, Home Pricing, Lewes Delaware, New Home Builder, New Homes Delaware, Rehoboth Beach Homes

January 13, 2016 by scstarter

Question & Answer interview with Delaware new home builder, Brian Lessard. Questions originally appeared in the Dover Post, Milestones In Business community newspaper.

 

Q: How did the Lessard family become introduced to the real estate and construction industry?

A: My grandfather, Dan Lessard, started a business based on providing new construction homes, pole barns and buildings in Long Island, New York in the 1940s. Following in his footsteps, my father, Addie Lessard, worked on the construction sites with my grandfather, learned the trade and passed the knowledge onto my brothers and me. When I was young, my family relocated to Delaware at a time when Delaware’s economic outlook was developing and there was more opportunity for the construction and agriculture industries. Before you continue you should make sure you find a construction scaffolding company to hire, that way the construction process can go by much more smoothly with the aid of a reliable and professional scaffolding company.

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Throwback: Brian Building With His Father & Brother

Q: What type of projects has Lessard Builders worked on throughout the years?

A: Lessard Builders has built schools, commercial buildings and residential homes in Kent, Sussex and New Castle Counties over the years. Commercial construction projects include Saint Thomas More Academy in Magnolia, All Climate Storage Center in Lewes, Sea Colony projects in Bethany Beach and office buildings in Camden. Some of these constructions have been more complex than usual, and valuable learning experiences. Thankfully, technology has made working in construction easier and simpler over time. Things that would have been impossible to build are now possible thanks to the use of tools and equipment. A good example is overhead cranes, allowing for more complex roofs, as well as faster and safer construction of taller structures.

 

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Q: What type of changes have you seen throughout the years in the new home building industry?

A: Lessard Builders personalizes every home design we build so naturally we’ve seen a variation in residential plans over the years due to market trends and client requests. We’ve also seen new technologies be introduced that streamline certain processes or allow us to save time, making the whole process much faster. On our previous project we had a storm pass by and flood our new construction when we were only on our fifth or sixth day. This would usually mean halting everything for a week or two until the terrain was in good condition to work in. Instead, we employed a wellpoint dewatering system, and that made short work of the problem. Not having to wait for something like this to pass, and doing something about it instead has made our job easier, faster, and more comfortable for everyone involved.

 

 

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Q: How many hours in a week do you typically work?

A: About 70 hours a week.

What is the best part of owning your own business?     

Being able to share the business with my children.

What is the feedback or accomplishment you are most proud of?    

Turning people’s dreams into reality. Before we hit the drawing board for a new home design we have a creative brainstorming session with each client to talk about how they live, what they want in their next home, the products they love and budget. Our goal is to shape these concepts into a personalized functional design that works in their price range and makes them happy.

 What is a good business tip you don’t mind sharing?  

Wake up every day with an optimistic outlook. Tell yourself that “today is going to be a good day”. If you start the day with a positive attitude, you’re setting an expectation for how the rest of your day will turn out.

What is the one piece of advice you would give to someone starting a business today?

Make certain that you love what you do. If you’re going to start a business, make sure you are truly passionate about your vision and not just in it to make the most money.

Where did you go on your last vacation?  

Disney World & Universal Studios with my children and grandchildren

Do you have a guilty pleasure?  

Vacations. I really enjoy traveling and vacationing with my family. It allows me to unplug, recharge and think creatively without distractions of the common business day.

Brian Lessard – in a snapshot:

Brian Lessard is the owner of Lessard Builders. Brian is a third generation Delaware new home builder with over 35 years of experience designing and building custom homes. His passion for quality craftsmanship sparked at an early age when he first built a home from frame to finish with his father, Addie. His practical, on-the-job experience is a driving factor in the traditional, proven methods and first rate products used in the construction of every custom home built by Lessard Builders. Brian personally meets with each client and oversees the residential and commercial projects to ensure Lessard’s building standards are met.  Native to Delaware, the Lessard family is very active in the community and is loyal to using local reputable subcontractors and trades. Brian is involved in many community organizations, coaches youth volleyball, is President of Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity and serves on the board for Dover Federal Credit Union and The Catholic Diocese of Wilmington.

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Testimonials

Douglas Family

It has been 5 months since we took possession of our Lessard built home. We are pleased Lessard was our chosen builder as the house more than meets all of our expectations. From the workmanship, to the paint, the floors, the trim, the appliances and the total layout, we are extremely pleased. The Lessard family was there, by our side during all phases and remains a mere phone call away now that we are in. We, without reservation or hesitation, recommend Lessard Builders to anyone thinking about building their dream home. You will not be disappointed!

Tom and Gloria Douglas

Ocean View, Delaware

Johnson Family

The entire Lessard team was amazing in helping us build the house of our dreams. From our very first meeting with them and throughout the process, they were extremely responsive. Their attention to detail was incomparable. We had a vision and they made it happen!

John and Denise Johnson

Lewes, Delaware

King family home

When we walked in the door of the Lessard model we were greeted by the builder himself and his daughter. We realized this clearly was a family business where the homes were built with pride, and it was never lost on my mother and I that our home was built as though we were family. My home is so well constructed that when the nor’easters blow at 65mph, my draperies never waft! We made so many changes to our home that I think the only original walls were the exterior, yet Lessard Builders didn’t charge us for rearranging the floor plan and moving all those walls. The Lessard team worked with us for over a year as we worked our floor plan to suit our needs and there was never a sense of rush or urgency. I’ve never had so much fun and our home turned out absolutely perfect.

Sara and Jo King

Lewes, Delaware

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