At Gamble Homes, the custom home building process is managed meticulously from start to finish, using trusted contractors. Chase, an experienced craftsman with over 20 years in the construction industry, leads a team of apprentices that he personally trains. When he's not busy training his team or engaging with clients and contractors, you can find Chase actively involved in hands-on tasks such as pouring concrete, framing, or finishing work alongside his crew. He takes immense pride in his team members, acknowledging that they carry out much of the heavy lifting.

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Every custom home contract is uniquely tailored towards the client and project. Gamble Homes Inc offers several pricing options from Fixed price contract to a cost-plus scenario. Some clients take on a bit of work on their own, or use their own tradespeople. A custom home builder contract is an agreement that the clients and Gamble Homes Inc sign. The contract will be signed once the plans have been received and reviewed thoroughly before construction starts. The contract is designed to identify the scope of the project, explain how finances work, and outline the process. Chase makes sure everything is understood and answers any questions you may have.

You can be as involved or uninvolved as you like. Some clients live abroad and initiate contact only when they have questions. Other clients live on the island and visit the development site regularly. Some clients are on site working with the crew helping build the house themselves occasionally, or they can choose to help with daily site cleanup to reduce costs. 

When asked, Chase usually replies with “How long is the string or how deep is the hole?”. The possibilities are endless. If the houses built were cookie-cutter, or all looked and functioned the same, this question could be answered. The focus should be on quality or the individual features that matter most to you, rather than expediting your custom home build to fit within a timeline. The custom home is designed to fit you so you should be given all the time you need to know what that looks like.

You can use the BC Government’s Standardized Housing Designs Catalogue, which provides free basic and easy-to-build house designs. Or you can hire an architect or draftsperson to design your home. This has advantages, such as taking into account the lot features, sun exposure, and efficiency. An interior designer can also be hired to help make sure your house is stylish, comfortable, and suited for your lifestyle. Your home is constructed by Gamble Homes Inc based on whatever plans are provided. We can build anything. 

Not a problem! Design changes happen and once the new blueprints or layout has been developed, the scope of work will be updated. The new work order determines the required materials, and an updated cost estimate and construction schedule. Once you sign off on the new plan, an updated building permit is applied for from the municipality. The team and contractors are then updated about the requested changes.

During construction periodic updates are given, and the budget is updated with any changes to make sure we are coming in on budget. Progress details and pictures will be shared, and any questions answered in person, on calls, or via email.