Find O'Neal Builders on Facebook Google+ Houzz
One Detail At A Time.
O'Neal Builders Associations
O'Neal Builders Awards
FAQ's

Here are answers to our most Frequently Asked Questions.
Have a question not listed here? Ask Us.

Q: How long does the construction process take from the time we sign contracts?

O'Neal Builders

A: The construction process for an O'Neal Builders’ home averages around six months. While we usually strive for this goal, there are outstanding conditions such as weather, job site conditions, and complicated designs or change orders that can extend the process to eight or even nine months.


Q: What type of monetary consideration is required before the construction process can begin?

O'Neal Builders

A: In order to solidify your decision to build with O'Neal Builders, a deposit is required. The amount of the deposit is decided during the preliminary meeting with the builder.


Q: Do we need to arrange for a construction loan?

O'Neal Builders

A: Yes, Buyer is responsible for securing appropriate financing prior to commencement of work.


Q: How much supervision will my house have during construction?

O'Neal Builders

A: Project Managers are a part of the O'Neal Builders team to ensure quality workmanship on the jobsite; therefore, our Project Managers are present at the job site on a daily basis to make sure our quality standards are met. They also coordinate with and schedule our trade contractors at appropriate times throughout the construction process.


Q: If we decide we want to add a feature to the home that is not listed in the Scope of Work, what do we do?

O'Neal Builders

A: The Homeowner Manual details a section for change orders. All changes must be requested in writing to our Customer Care Manager. The new pricing will be adjusted and approved for any custom changes. The Customer Care Manager will return a change order that will describe the change in detail and provide a price quote (including labor and materials) to make the change as well as the approximate number of days the change will add to the project.


Q: How will the selection process work?

O'Neal Builders

A: Every customer receives a Homeowner Manual with a detailed schedule with due dates for each selection. Exterior selections will be made first: windows, exterior doors, shingles, siding, garage doors, and brick. All interior selections will follow. The O'Neal Builders team is here to assist customers in making their selections.


Q: Can I choose which vendors to visit in order to make my selections?

O'Neal Builders

A: We provide you with a list of preferred vendors in your Homeowner Manual. If you wish to use vendors outside of our vendor contact list, we ask the courtesy of contacting us prior to making your selections. Please recognize that we work hand-in-hand with various vendors, trade contractors, and suppliers who are experts in their own areas. We recommend only certain vendors, trade contractors, and suppliers since they have proven their value to us over time and share our commitments to quality.


Q: Once we make a selection, who do we report it to?

O'Neal Builders

A: Once you have made your selection with the appropriate vendor, contact our Customer Care Manager at the office. We will take care of placing the order and scheduling installation dates and times.


Q: What type of warranty do you provide after the construction process is complete?

O'Neal Builders

A: Each home we build comes with a one-year limited warranty. As a customer-service driven builder, we are always happy to service your needs after the construction process is complete.


Q: Where does O'Neal Builders, Inc. primarily build homes?

O'Neal Builders

A: We build homes in the Bloomington/Normal, Champaign/Urbana, and Peoria areas.



PORTFOLIO OF HOMES

Each home featured contains
special, custom-built features. Please take a moment and "virtually tour" through each of these homes and see for yourself.

LEARN MORE


"David Current has been very attentive to our needs. He responds promptly to emails and has looked in to many extra things for us such as school registration etc. Amy O'Neal has been so helpful with setting up appointments for me and guiding me with selections. I couldn't do
this without her." — A.K.