Client Case Study
“the real value is that Beechdale Builders takes pride in their work. their craftsmanship is unmatched.”
Hi, I’m Emily!
I am a Realtor with Compass Real Estate servicing the greater Philadelphia area. I grew up in Wayne and after returning back home from college, I found my passion—investing in and renovating old homes.
The Opportunity
After looking at many undesirable properties, Emily stumbled on the one. Its location on Irish Road was perfect, because her whole family grew up in Berwyn and graduated from Conestoga High School—on that very road!
It was a rancher on a beautiful 0.7 acre lot. Her goal, at the time, was to take it from a single story to a two-story home, but throughout the process it actually became new construction. That was a journey.
“once we went under contract, I realized the scope was a bigger project than anticipated.”
The Challenge
This was Emily’s first investment property, and she was soon met with resistance as multiple General Contractors identified it as a huge project — not just a renovation. After the overwhelming news settled in, it was determined it would really need to be a new build.
Realizing the cost of hiring a General Contractor would risk losing the potential profit margin on her investment, she decided she would take on that role herself.
“it's really hard to know who to trust. I was scared, I took a really big risk with that project.”
The Solution
Emily needed to go directly to a builder.
In addition, she decided to supply all the finishes for the house—tiles, plumbing fixtures, lighting, etc.—to insure that the margins would work. Not only was this a lot of work, but it was also unusual, and potentially difficult to find a builder that would be willing to work this way.
This is where Sam King and Beechdale Builders came in to save the day!
Understanding the opportunity for Emily and being willing to be flexible and work with her in an unconventional way, Beechdale Builders allowed Emily to move forward with her vision.
“I trusted Beechdale Builders because of the way that they provided the quote.”
The Decision
While Beechdale Builders was not necessarily the lowest quote, it was their thoroughness, attention to detail and transparency that won Emily over.
She greatly appreciated that they did not offer a tempting underbid and then come back once into the project and have it be 30% higher!
“I WAS THEIR THOROUGHNESS, ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND TRANSPARENCY THAT WON ME OVER.”
The Result
The experience was defined by Beechdale being thorough, transparent, and most importantly, honest.
There were no gray areas. Beechdale Builders was flexible around many different aspects of the build—even the financing and payment schedule.
Communication was clear and constant. Nothing was withheld. Because it was an old house, it had its share of surprises, but every time there was a change order, the details were discussed and agreed upon. It was always organized and really well managed.
“They were so honest, organized, and communicative. They were never afraid to just pick up the phone and call me.”
The Value
For Emily, it was the fact that Beechdale Builders takes pride in their work, providing a level of quality that is unmatched.
As a result, Emily was able to sell the home for far more than any home in the neighborhood had ever sold for.
Beechdale Builders also worked really well with her architect, even though they hadn't worked together before, which spoke volumes about their character.
The Bonus
Now building her own home, Emily is sending Beechdale Builders on a new array of wild goose chases—like German smear on her brick, herringbone hardwood, and a breakdown of the cost of all kinds of details. She knows she’s working with a builder that will encourage and support her creativity, because they’re just as creative as well!
