Homes By Josh Doyle

Our choice to utilize HBJD was primarily due to the quality of their work in terms of functionality, durability, and aesthetics. We were also very drawn in by the overwhelming quantity of good reviews from previous customers. We felt confident moving forward with HBJD at that point, knowing our home and our future would be in great hands. Josh was helpful in finding us a model home to start with, and morphing it into the perfect home for us based on what we wanted to have in terms of space, # of rooms, stories, etc. By the time the design was finished, we felt immensely more comfortable with the home we had on our horizon. Overall, the build process was smooth as our home finished within 1 week of the initial projection after the dig started. My wife and I made several modifications along the way and the HBJD team was able to accommodate those quickly. We have nothing but great things to say about our project manager, Matt. We love our HBJD home!

We had a wonderful experience working with the team. Our Project Manager-Scott-is very busy in Michigan, but he always answered our calls and we never felt like he was rushing us or blowing us off. Ground was broke July 2, 2019. We moved into our home on Feb 6, 2020. Anytime we came by the work site-people were working hard. We enjoyed working with their Preferred Providers. It streamlined the "choosing process" not to mention the smoothness of the communication between them and Scott. We highly recommend this Company and have told many people about them!

When we finally made the decision to build and move out of the house we lived in for 18 years, we looked at several builders. We looked at a lot of floor plans online, but only visited one model home... The Montana in The Hamptons subdivision. The model was beautiful and Josh took the time to answer all our questions. At our first appointment, we talked to Josh about what we wanted in a home and I remember him saying he had a layout that would work perfectly that wasn't shown online. He spent a few minutes looking for the files and when he pulled it up, Tricia and I knew we had picked the right builder. It was exactly what we wanted. Josh spent the next half hour making a few design changes to suit our specific tastes and we were sold. Mother Nature wasn't kind to us early in the build process, but Doug was always there to reassure us that this was nothing they hadn't dealt with before. We didn't think of everything during the design phase, but making changes during the build process was always handled with ease. Since we have never built before, we of course had a lot of questions. Mike, Brianna, Will and the team were always there to answer them with a smile. Nine months later, we've been in our home for about 3 weeks. It felt like home on Day 1. We thought it would be hard to move out of the home that we raised our family in for all those years, and while we were sad the day we closed that door for the last time, that changed quickly as the sadness was filled with the excitement and beauty of the new home where we'll make new memories.

Building a home was always something my husband wanted to do. I, on the other hand, was always completely overwhelmed with the process and all of the decisions involved in building a house. When our close friends built a house with Homes by Josh Doyle, my husband was blown away by the house layouts and design of the houses. He convinced me to go to a meeting with Josh to discuss the building process. Josh was wonderful!!! He asked us our expectations and wants/needs in our dream home. Josh was very upfront and honest with us. After our meeting with Josh, I was convinced building a home was the right move for us. We loved choosing our design and customizing our home to meet all of our wants/needs. BuilderTrend allowed the decision-making process to be much less stressful than anticipated. Our project manager, Jake, was there to answer all of our questions. He was wonderful in providing his expertise and insights when we needed it the most. The building process took only 7 months! We loved watching the daily progress on the house. We are absolutely blown away by the final product! It is everything we envisioned our dream home to be. We have now lived here for a month. My husband and I still look at each other at least once a day and say "can you believe this is OUR house?" Thank you Homes by Josh Doyle for making our dreams come true! Tony and Julie Moore

We are SO very pleased with our new Josh Doyle Home !! When we started to think about building a new home we looked at various options. We started visiting the model Homes by Josh Doyle. After viewing a few of those model homes we knew that nothing else was going to make us happy. We started working with Josh on a plan. He made it so easy to make decisions while offering suggestions along the way. We also met with others at the office during the process of nailing down all the final plans. Everyone was extremely professional and helpful. They were wonderful to work with! During the build process our Field Manager, Matt, was just awesome! He was always available to answer questions and he kept us informed at all times as to the status of our build. We did not have any issues at all, and the end product is all we could have ever asked for. We have family and friends involved in various types of construction. They would stop by from time to time and the common comment was “they really do things right”!! Thank you to everyone who worked with us along the way. We could not be happier. We will recommend Homes by Josh Doyle to everyone !!

My wife and I are thankful to Josh and his team for great execution of our beautiful new home! When we started this adventure we were excited but hesitant and overwhelmed because we knew there are so many builders out there and millions of home plans. Being from Michigan we were unsure whether we should trust anyone from Ohio, especially our potential builder, but we took a chance :). We found HBJD via Facebook and were excited by the look and design of the work we saw. What “sealed the deal” for us, in our minds, was at our initial meeting with Josh. Josh was great of course but prior to that meeting we toured “The Colorado”, next to the office, and instantly felt at home with the size and layout of that model. Maybe we are too easy to please but that was the home we moved forward with. Of course we had a few modifications, which Josh easily accommodated within a few minutes and click with the mouse on his computer. Over that year or more of planning and building, whenever I would talk to someone about the process and about “who we went with” I was always more than happy to explain how impressive the HBJD experience was. I would tell them about the multiple model homes and subdivision developments. I would express how we anticipated stress over getting everything planned, selections made, making sure it all came together as planned…but excitedly telling them it’s been quite the contrary how “easy” it has been along the way. We’d especially like to thank our site manager Scott who helped us ever so much along the way. Even though Scott had multiple homes he was managing we never felt ignored or that things weren’t progressing as they should have. No question we asked Scott was too tedious and we always felt he was providing us honest and thorough information and advise. The day of closing we were very excited but oddly, we were also a bit sad to be done with Scott. We do miss him! We are very pleased with the overall HBJD building experience and Josh has a great group of dedicated staff members working for him. We feel proud to own an official HBJD house that we call home! We encourage any Michigander starting their home building adventure to take a chance on Ohioans like we did and we’d never hesitate to share our experience with them!

We want to thank Josh Doyle and his team for building our dream home. Our experience with HBJD was smooth and efficient. Prior to our meeting with Josh, we had spoke with multiple local builders and were not able to build our home within our budget. HBJD was agreeable to work with our custom plans, were happy to make adjustments and even made improvements to it, and were even able to keep us within our budget. One of the best parts about HBJD is the transparent pricing and ability to modify throughout the project. This allowed us to cut and add things quickly which allowed us to keep under our contract price, at the end of the build we even received money back. The process was very personal and friendly. We had meetings face to face with Josh and many other team members and all of them were invested in our build. They wanted us to be happy and they wanted to build a great quality home. Quality was an obvious priority to them and that was very comforting to us as we were first time builders. Our house was completely customizable, nothing about HBJD was cookie-cutter, and they had tons of options available, even allowing us to bring our own ideas to the table. Another benefit we took advantage of was the ability to do some of the work ourselves. This allowed us to feel part of the building process as I was able to add custom touches to our home, such as our hood vent and entertainment center. We love our new home and made the best choice in builders. Every detail of our home is exactly how we want it and could not be happier! Thank you HBJD!

When we started seriously looking around at builders we stumbled upon Josh Doyle where anyone finds anything, on Facebook. My immediate reaction was “There’s no way we can afford that”. After a few VERY disappointing meetings with a box builder my husband decided we should look at other options. We met with Josh and knew Homes by Josh Doyle was a much better fit for us. It blew our minds that every house was 100% custom. You could move a wall on the floor plans without a $5,000 charge. We were able to find a floor plan that served as a starting point and tweaked it to fit our family perfectly. Not only is everything completely customizable, but the staff is so knowledgeable and helped guide us along the way. Once we broke ground our project manager, Matt, was in constant contact with us and really helped us through every phase of building. Even when we called him in a panic because the framing stage made the house look really small. He assured us that was normal, as was about every other concern we had. One of the things we found super helpful during the process was the complete transparency in pricing. There are no hidden costs, you know up front the price of every single thing. We were able to stay on time and in budget which are both huge when building. We can’t say enough about Matt and the staff at HBJD who helped us make our dreams come true. We are beyond happy with our dream home!

When we began researching and looking for a builder, we came across Homes by Josh Doyle. Every single house they posted looked beautiful...and expensive. We assumed they would be way out of our price range, so we started to meet with other builders instead. After meeting with other builders, we soon realized that our budget limited us to a cookie-cutter home with limited flexibility in terms of design. It was at this point that we decided to meet with HBJD, just to see how much it would cost to build a truly custom home. At our initial appointment with Josh, we discussed what we were looking for and what our budget was. It didn’t take long for him to pull out floor plans that fell into our price range. Although they have a few floor plans on their website, Josh has hundreds more in his office. We began to hone in on a plan that matched our ideas and vision, and then the fun began. Josh allowed us to modify literally any aspect of the plan, and he would redesign it in real time as we watched. When we met with Josh again to review the final pricing and options that were included and...IT WAS IN OUR BUDGET. We couldn’t believe it and, just like that, we were on our way to having our own HBJD home. One thing that sets HBJD apart from other builders is how efficient and flexible they are in terms of design change. We emailed countless times throughout our build with upgrades or layout changes we wanted to make, and they would provide updated drawings and any associated costs in a timely manner. The fact that they catered to our every thought without hesitation shows just how much they care about the customer. We were never told that we were being annoying or making too many changes, and every person we met with along the way treated us like family. The other thing that puts HBJD ahead of the competition is your ability to do some things yourself. If we felt that we had the skill set to do something ourselves, HBJD would allow us to do so. We did our own cubbies in the mudroom, shelves and backsplash in the kitchen, and shiplap over the fireplace. This freedom is a great way to save some extra money along the way, especially if you are capable of putting in your own flooring, tile, or something like that. Doug was our field manager through the build and our main point of contact. He made the entire process of building a house easier than we could have ever imagined. He was always there to fix any issues that came up, and he maintained a positive and stress-free attitude the entire time. He would keep us in the loop during every step of the way, and you could tell he truly cared about us. He never treated us like we were just another house on his schedule, and we are grateful for that. Doug is just a normal, down-to-earth guy that is always keeping your best interest in mind. I can’t tell you how many times I would text Doug with a question or problem, and he would be right there to answer or fix it. Doug felt like a friend helping us out the whole time, and we couldn’t have asked for anyone better. It’s unbelievable how involved he is considering he handles half the houses in Michigan. If you get the chance to work with him you will not be disappointed. If you’re reading this and considering HBJD for your new home, stop reading right now and call them to set up an appointment. Did you do it? Don’t be like we were and assume there’s no way you can afford them. They aren’t joking when they say they’ll design a home for any budget. If we could do it, so can you. It seems like yesterday we were looking at all their posts and albums wondering what it’d be like to have a HBJD home. Well, I can now tell you from experience, it’s way easier than you could have ever imagined. You could spend another year “liking” and commenting on every album they upload, or you could just give them a call and before you know it the album you’re liking is your own.

We have gotten so many compliments on our build and people inquiring about our experience building with Josh Doyle. Ultimately, the decision on a builder for our home was an easy decision once we sat down and talked with Josh. We had a specific feel that we were going for in our modern farmhouse and did not want a cookie cutter design or the "typical" finishes. Josh delivered on both aspects by taking features from a few house plans that we loved and coming up with a design from scratch that not only met our taste, but also stayed in budget. He allowed my husband to do some of the work in the house to give it a personal feel with meaning behind every detail. From creating a newel post on his lathe, to building a countertop from 100 year old barn wood, our house has a story to tell and that is exactly why we went with Josh. Buildertrend leaves little room for miscommunication and makes the design and build process close to stress free. Every build will have problems or things that need corrected. Our Field Manager Matt, and his team were quick to handle any issue that came up in a calm and professional manner. We are very detail oriented people, and we were completely happy with how our finishes turned out. I have told every person that has asked about our experience with Homes by Josh Doyle that you won't find another builder that provides such high quality work, in budget, that will give you the freedom to pick your own products in order to get the home that you have always wanted. We could not speak more highly of this company and would choose them again! Thank you Homes by Josh Doyle for making our dreams a reality.

We began to admire Homes by Josh Doyle in a neighborhood near our house. We would tour the area frequently looking for property to eventually build on. Each time we passed a new Josh Doyle house, I told my husband “that’s the builder I want.” While researching Homes by Josh Doyle online, we couldn’t find one bad review or unhappy customer – a rare feat – and after meeting the Josh Doyle team a short time later, we learned why. From the very beginning of our design process, Josh listened to our preferences and helped design a practical living space for our family. His attention to detail resulted in a home that was efficient, functional, and a great space to host all of our family’s most important events. We also cannot say enough good things about our project manager, Doug Laurain. Doug understands great customer service like no one else. He would kept us up to date on our building process at all times, gently reminded us when we had an outstanding to-do items, and answered every phone call or text message in a prompt manner. We were amazed that he took care of every detail or minor request – sometimes within hours of us making it. Doug is incredibly kind and treats the end product as if it is his own home – another testament of his great service. The best part of our build process was that it happen fast. We were amazed by the timeline that we were given and even more amazed when it was met. The compliments we have received on our new home are endless – from our movers, to furniture delivery people, friends, and family – each person describes our home as “beautiful”. Thank you Josh, Doug, and the entire Homes by Josh Doyle Team for helping us build our dream home!

We are so thankful we had such a wonderful builder. We highly recommend HBJD! Josh was so great to work with. Most builders won’t let you do much to cut costs, but he was the opposite. Josh genuinely wanted to make us happy and was willing to let us outsource anything we wanted to others or ourselves to keep things affordable and still achieve the custom home of our dreams. When we first met Josh at our design meeting we were a little nervous he would be dismissive of our lower budget, but he was quick to put our nerves at rest assuring us that we could indeed afford one of his custom homes. Unlike many other builders, Josh’s homes are 100% customizable. Upgrades that would be very costly with other builders are affordable or even come standard in a home by Josh Doyle. The thing we really liked about Josh is how much he just wants you to love your home and truly make it your own. Josh Doyle homes aren’t your typical cookie cutter designs, they are all one of a kind. The only thing they all have in common is their beauty! Our assigned field manager, Doug Laurain, was amazing! Doug was never more than a phone call away. He was excellent at keeping us informed with the next steps of the build and was always quick to address anything that came up. His openness and willingness to help was especially valued since we took on a lot of the projects ourselves. Instead of shying away when we took on another project, Doug would instead give us clear information about timelines and code requirements as well as offering us some helpful tips along the way. Whether it was cheerfully answering our weekly list of questions, giving us a heads up on timing or carefully explaining the “why” behind a process just to keep us informed, Doug truly treated us with the same care he gave our house. The HBJD team was always there to help and guide us through the entire build process. Every member of their staff was equally helpful in one way or another. We dare you to try and find another builder who provides the same HBJD quality at a better price… you aren’t going to find one. You may find someone who will give you a truly custom home like Josh…but good luck trying to stay within your budget! The one thing we can assure you no other builder will ever come close to Josh Doyle on is the quality of the people on his team. From the beginning of the process to the end, everyone we encountered was kind, honest and truly cared about helping us build our dream home. We will forever be grateful for the experience HBJD gave our family! - Ben and Molly