Even though there are a large number of Columbus and Central Ohio Home Builders available in your area, you may find you only have a limited number to choose from. 

• Once you've focused on a certain area and price range, there may be a limited slection of Builders available. If you have particular subdivisions in mind, because of school district and/or price, or proximity to employment, you most certainly will have fewer Builders who own lots in those subdivisions.
• Some Builders offer more home for less money. How? If all else is equal and two Builders have the same size home but one is less expensive then there can only be a few reasons. .

• They are willing to make less money.
• They have a greater ability to control costs.
• They will limit your selections to increase construction productivity.
• Their quality is poorer. If you see something that looks too good to be true, be careful about the quality.

• Other expenses in your contract (like normal Seller closing costs) may be shifted to the Buyer so that the Builder's costs of sale are minimized.
• analyze what is in the base price. Some Builders may pay for title insurance as part of the price and some may not. One house may seem a better deal until you finally notice that it does not include air conditioning in the base price and that is an additional $2,000.
• Some Builders offer greater flexibility to make changes. Builders will often try to compete on other items besides price. If you want more flexibility in your design choices, look for a Builder that can be more accommodating.
• Some compete on warranty. Be careful, as some warranties may be voided if you don't have the property inspected regularly. Other warranties are transferable but there is a charge for it.