A Brief History of Burgess Homes
How and Why It Was Founded
I have been in and around the construction industry my entire life. At a young age, it was not uncommon to find my brothers and I on a jobsite, tagging along with our father, an electrician, when he got stuck with babysitting duty. Those times spent gathering wood scraps and loose nails to hobble together things that resembled a car, a house, or maybe a jump for our bicycles, was the start of a passion that would in turn become a career.
Working for a local custom home builder throughout high school, and during college as I earned a bachelor’s degree in Construction Technology, taught me invaluable lessons about the industry as well as most importantly, a strong work ethic. Most the while, in addition to a full work and school schedule, I would make time to do projects on the side for a growing customer base. The skills and knowledge I gained led me to managerial experiences redeveloping high rise buildings in Boston as well as doing large commercial building energy efficiency retrofits.
All of my experiences and desire to do better were geared towards one goal, of building a home building company focused on providing the best product possible for its clients, with the same attention to detail that I would expect on my own home. And that is what drives me, every day.
— Jason Burgess
Our Process
Initial Contact
A conversation over the phone will allow us to better understand your situation and project, and for us to answer any questions you may have about designing or building your new home.
Consultation
This is an opportunity to meet with Jason, the owner of Burgess Homes, in person for an hour long consultation. We will discuss your design requirements, details, wish list items and your target budget.
Concept Agreement
Our Concept Agreement includes preparation of preliminary architectural drawings (if not already complete), and a detailed list of building specifications will be developed. This is where we will begin to refine your vision to ensure it meets your goals and budget.
Preliminary Building Agreement
The Preliminary Building Agreement will include finalizing your architectural and structural drawings with an engineers approval and stamp. We will finalize the detailed list of specification, the construction schedule and agreements with all our suppliers and subcontractors to be able to provide you with a fixed price building contract, not just an estimate.
Fixed Price Building Contract
We take all of the specifications, details and plans derived from the previous steps and put them into a fixed price contract to build your new home. And fixed price means NO surprises during construction. The contract includes a fixed payment schedule based on project milestones.
Construction
Construction begins! Throughout the construction of your home we will hold regular meetings (typically bi-weekly) with your project manager and any necessary trade partners to ensure we are creating the home you envisioned
Handover
After a final walkthrough, a thorough cleaning, and all final inspections, your new home is move in ready!
Ongoing Support
Once moved in and settled, questions can still come up. We are only a phone call away to help in anyway. We have a 2 year warranty on all labor, plus material and equipment warranties that can surpass 50 years.
Knowing families are enjoying their new homes is important to us and we hope many years of happiness ahead!
How can I get design inspiration for my project?
At Burgess Homes, our expert team collaborates with you to design a home that reflects your lifestyle, preferences, and aspirations. Whether you have specific ideas or need inspiration, we can guide you through the process.
How can I contact Burgess Homes?
You can reach us easily by phone or through our contact page to discuss your project and get answers to your questions.
What areas do you serve?
We proudly serve clients throughout our region including Central Massachusetts, Western Massachusetts, Metro West Massachusetts, Southern New Hampshire, focusing on creating high-quality, custom homes tailored to your needs.
How much does a custom home design typically cost?
The cost of a custom home design varies based on factors like size, complexity, and your unique requirements. We start with a thorough consultation to understand your needs and budget before developing a detailed, fixed-price contract.