LIFE CONSTRUCTED

How one homebuilder makes it easy to have it all

From the outside, the home looks like a lot of homes in this established Eagle Run neighborhood, with its well-kept lawn, welcoming front porch and outdoor lighting. But walking in to this sprawling rambler brings one word to mind: personalized. Everything is too considered to be accidental. From the large open kitchen, dining and great room area ideal for entertaining, to the master suite’s bathtub that is perfect to relax in after a long day, the home is clearly structured around the life of its occupants, and not the other way around.

Area homebuilder Jordahl Custom Homes’ main objective is making sure the home building experience and process is personalized to each individual customer. Whether making minor adjustments to one of Jordahl Custom Homes’ unique floor plans or developing their own, customers work directly with the Jordahl Custom Homes team to design a home that fits their style and meets their needs. It is important to the entire Jordahl team that the process is fun and rewarding, and that the end result is a dream home that exceeds their customer’s expectations.

“We understand how busy today’s family is. That’s why we pride ourselves on our team approach, making it not only easy to build a custom home, but to create a home that truly is going to reflect the personality and lifestyle of the homeowners,” Jordahl Custom Home’s Vice President Dawn Cruff-Kartes said.

Because Jordahl Custom Homes offers endless customization choices, the sales team asks many questions in the initial meetings with customers. Each customer, and therefore each home, is unique.

“We do ask people questions such as, ‘Which room do you spend the most time in?’ ‘Tell me how you will use the kitchen day to day,’ ‘Describe your ideal master suite,’ ‘Do you plan on doing a lot of entertaining?’ because we want their home to be completely customized for them. We want to create spaces that will help make people’s lives easier. I’ll even get their furniture sizes beforehand of items they want to incorporate in their new home, that way they know their treasured pieces are going to fit perfectly in the new space,” Cruff-Kartes said.

The Jordahl sales team is assisted by their certified in-house interior designer and newlyexpanded design center, a complimentary service provided by Jordahl Custom Homes. Every homebuyer, whether investing $135,000 or $850,000, has access to their designer and the countless customization options housed in the Jordahl Custom Homes Design Center.

The design process is a series of appointments where each customer selects everything from their exterior color and style to interior components like cabinetry, flooring, paint, plumbing and lighting as well as options like fireplaces, media wiring and security systems. Jordahl Custom Homes encourages customers to be as involved in the construction process of their home as they desire to be.

Although a complimentary interior designer definitely sets Jordahl Custom Homes apart from other area homebuilders, it’s not the only way they differentiate themselves. The Jordahl Custom Homes team is available to every customer, 24/7, 365 days a year, with an answering service for any late night and weekend emergencies. The service team is available to assist customers well after the sale, answering any homeowner maintenance questions that may arise.

With all these amenities available to their customers, Jordahl Custom Homes has become a staple of custom home construction in the region. At the heart of Jordahl Custom Homes’ continued success is their commitment to selling more than just a house, and that is a mantra that has caught fire with customers all over the state.

“We know that building a home is a huge investment, in time as well as money. Our goal is that everyone is able to customize their home for their specific needs and know that they are getting exactly what they wanted,” Cruff-Kartes said.

Jordahl Custom Homes’ experience and knowledge has made them a favorite option for many realtors and lenders to suggest to their clients. Their hands-on approach to building takes a load off of the realtor by facilitating the behind-the-scenes details, making the building process an enjoyable and stress-free experience for everyone.

As Jordahl Custom Homes continues to grow in the region, they are launching a new, more interactive website as a resource for potential/ current customers as well as realtors.

Visit the new Jordahl Custom Homes website at www.jordahlcustomhomes.com or call 701-234-0404 to learn more about exploring your building options.

Jordahl Custom Homes services reach far beyond the Fargo-Moorhead metro; they build in communities throughout North Dakota, including Watford City, Minot, Tioga, Jamestown, Carrington and Devils Lake.

Readers in the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo and surrounding areas can meet the sales team during the Red River Valley Home & Garden Show at the Fargodome Feb. 24-26, or tour their showcased Jordahl Custom Homes during the Spring Parade of Homes at the end of April. [AWM]

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