cost comparisions

We possibly will be building a new 3/2 home in north Florida in the nxt 8-10 momths and would like to know the comparetive costs between concrete block and brick; wood or steel studs; asphalt or steel roofing. I'm looking for the best bang for the buck and recognize there could be differences in labor costs also. I would appreciate anyone's input. Thanks, ahasbeen

 

I'm not exactly qualified to give a good answer but I'll share my thoughts :

I used to live in fla and believe you'd be better off with block construction. Most houses there are typically built on a slab and wood framing put's the wood/siding too close to the ground [think insects]

IMO a metal roof would last longer. The intense fla sun is hard on an asphalt shingle. I've painted new homes that needed a new roof within 10 yrs. The fiberglass shingles seemed to last a little longer. I'm sure there is a big difference between the low cost and top of the line shingles.

I suspect both block construction and metal roofing would cost more

 

Your best bet would be to talk to a couple local builders, your questions leave a lot of room for variables

As for bang for the buck, are you looking for short term or long term? A metal roof is going to cost more up front but last longer and likely save you money long term.

 

Thanks mitch17....checking in with local builders is perhaps the best way to go, whick I will do.

ahasbeen