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For over two decades, the craft and true passion of Asher Custom Homes has been producing one of a kind luxury homes with timeless design and fine craftsmanship in Southwest Colorado – including Durango, Pagosa Springs, Telluride and the surrounding areas. Our unique design-build process provides you with personalized service from initial conception to the turning of the key in the door of your new home. From the foundation to the final finishes and everything in between, we are your one point of contact as we design and build your dream home.
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38 Reviews for Asher Custom Homes
Newest first
Average rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars4.8|38 reviews
Work Quality4.3
Communication4.6
Value4.4
Adam Nashed
Average rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Building a custom home should be an exciting and rewarding experience. Unfortunately, our experience with this builder was the opposite. While expectations were set very high during the sales and planning stages, the actual execution consistently fell short. If you are looking for a builder to act as a responsible steward of your time, budget, and overall investment, we strongly encourage you to look elsewhere.
Work completed by subcontractors frequently required correction, yet there appeared to be little to no accountability for the trades and insufficient review of workmanship before it was accepted as complete. During the final six months of the project, we conducted monthly site visits and provided detailed punch lists. Despite repeated assurances that identified items had been addressed, many concerns were either inadequately resolved or ignored entirely. A credit was eventually issued related to some of these concerns. However, despite substantial supporting documentation, the six-figure credit represented only a fraction of the additional costs incurred due to lack of attention to detail, lack of quality control and lack of proper supervision.
The attached images provide additional context regarding the level of workmanship and overall quality that were considered acceptable by the builder. Rather than holding subcontractors accountable or accepting responsibility for lack of attention to detail, lack of quality control and overall lack of supervision, concerns were often dismissed with the assertion that our expectations regarding quality and craftsmanship were unreasonable.
The photographs attached to our review were not taken during construction. They were taken after the home had been turned over to us and after the project had been represented as complete.
July 7, 2026
Charles Harding
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Our experience with Asher Custom Homes has been terrific; we highly recommend them for a custom home build. From the beginning of the project until the end, we felt like the Asher team was by our side every step of the way. Ed Asher really cares about his customers and this care sets the tone for our build and positively impacts every member of his team.
Before the building process started, we met with Ed who helped us understand the pluses and minuses of various properties from every perspective. He knew much more than any realtor did about how different aspects of each property would impact not only the building process, but the various restrictions we would face if we chose that property. This helped us immensely and we felt like Ed was on our team from the start ensuring that we chose a property that got us what we wanted at a fair price.
Once we started the building process, we learned that building in Durango is not like building in a big city. Subcontractors tend to be smaller outfits. This makes progress a bit slower (as does the Colorado winter), but it also leads to very personal relationships between Asher and its subs. We felt that the subs really trusted Asher and wanted to do a great job for them and for us. This resulted in great craftsmanship.
We feel like Ed and his team were always open to answering our many questions and working through any concerns we had along the way. Any bumps in the road were dealt with head on and honestly. The open lines of communication fostered a great collaboration, ensuring that our concerns were addressed promptly and effectively.
We loved that Asher is a true design build firm. Russ, Tracy and Bailey are an incredible in-house team. No request was too big or too small. This aspect of Asher really made a difference in ensuring that our vision was realized. As the build progressed and decisions needed to be made, they were called to our attention promptly and efficiently so that we knew what we needed to decide and when. In this way, the project moved along extremely smoothly.
At the end of the project, it was obvious that the team was committed to dotting every I and crossing every T. The team made a punch list and we made one and every item was taken care of for us. Anything that has come up since we have moved in has been addressed promptly.
We highly recommend Asher Custom Homes!!
November 17, 2023
L. Robinson
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We recently had the privilege of working with Asher Custom Homes for the construction of our dream home, and we cannot express enough how delighted we are with the results. From the visionary designers Bailey and Tracy to the dedicated project manager Derrell and the site supervisor David, the entire team at Asher Custom Homes exemplified professionalism, expertise, and unparalleled commitment to delivering a stunning custom home. Ed, the owner, ensured that the process ran smoothly from beginning to end.
Bailey and Tracy, the designers, demonstrated an extraordinary ability to transform our ideas and desires into reality. They carefully listened to our vision and provided invaluable input to make it even better. The result is a home that perfectly matches our lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. Their design expertise and attention to detail are second to none, and we are forever grateful for their creativity.
Derrell, the project manager, was a key figure in keeping the project on track and on time. His organization and communication skills are truly commendable. He made sure that the construction process was transparent, and any concerns or changes were addressed promptly. We were consistently impressed with his ability to coordinate the various aspects of the project seamlessly.
David, our site supervisor, was the embodiment of dedication and craftsmanship. He meticulously oversaw the construction process and ensured that every detail, no matter how small, was executed to perfection. His expertise in construction and his passion for quality were evident in every aspect of our new home.
Ed, the owner of Asher Custom Homes, has cultivated a company culture that prioritizes client satisfaction. His hands-on involvement in the project and his commitment to delivering the highest quality are truly appreciated. It's clear that Ed's leadership sets the standard for excellence throughout the entire organization.
The entire team at Asher Custom Homes is passionate about what they do, and it shows in the final product. Our custom home is a testament to their dedication, skill, and commitment to delivering outstanding results.
October 28, 2023Last modified:October 28, 2023
Tracy Peto
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Asher helped me build my dream home in 2021-2022. I started the process in a very tumultuous market - rapidly changing demand, supply, material and labor costs. They helped me navigate it all with expertise, empathy and flexibility. They designed and built a beautiful, high quality home that fit my lifestyle and personality. I was able to provide input and pick out exactly what I wanted at every step. When we encountered the inevitable challenges that come with a custom build, they got creative and problem-solved like the pros they are. My house was by no means their biggest or most important project, but they never made me feel that way. The entire team - Ed, Jason, Nick, Rob, Tracy and Marcia - went out of their way to take good care of my home and me. They made the process easy and fun, and I’d do it again in a heartbeat.
January 9, 2023
Comment from Asher Custom Homes:
Thanks so much Tracy! We loved working with you. We are so happy you love your beautiful new home!!
My husband and I had a truly incredible experience building our home with Asher Custom Homes. We have built a number of custom homes over the years and this was definitely the most seamless and pleasant experience. The entire team really went the extra mile with every request big or small. There are always challenges in building a home from scratch so open and honest communication is key to the success. We believe this is one of the areas that really set the Asher team apart. We always knew what was happening and that helped a great deal with us getting a final product that we love. The quality of the construction was also a highlight. Everything from the ground up was done beautifully and it shows. Thank you to the Asher Team for taking such good care of us and building us a dream home.
December 29, 2022
Comment from Asher Custom Homes:
Thanks so much for the great review. We really enjoyed working with you to create your dream home!
While many aspects of our home were done well, we had several notable problems. The septic system is a disaster. The health department notified Asher that his installer did not possess a license as required by regulations. They also warned that no inspection was done prior to the backfilling of the septic tank and system as required by regulations. Our problem was preventable.
We are left with a large (roughly 24” diameter) pipe sticking up about 40” above ground in our otherwise beautiful yard! It is hideous. It was not originally built like this of course - but after a failed first attempt, that was easier than setting the tank deeper. No plan calls for this. Asher refused to correct the problem but did offer to pay us to walk away. The septic installation is a bitter disappointment and falls far short of what we expect from a luxury custom homebuilder.
The kitchen island granite was broken completely in two, with other smaller cracks. This was hidden from us until we moved in. The builder refused to provide a replacement, so we replaced the granite at our expense.
Excavation dumped 2-3+ feet of dirt over a widespread area of important tree roots, and in one area a lot more - much more than the Colorado Forest Service says can kill these trees. We asked the builder for months to remove the dirt, but they never did. Finally, we hired an independent contractor at great expense to clean up the builder’s mess and try to save the trees.
Better supervision might have prevented things like: The stone columns around the house were not built to the correct size. A significant design element of our master bath was not built as designed. The mantel of the fireplace was built almost a foot and a half higher than designed - at a bizarre 86”. Due to faulty construction of the garage foundation, a stream of water flows into the garage when it rains.
We’ve built 3 custom homes and have very realistic expectations. Unfortunately, our experience with Asher was not the 5-star experience we hoped for.
December 16, 2022
Comment from Asher Custom Homes:
It is unfortunate that the client is unhappy with the beautiful home that Asher Custom Homes completed for him. While the client is clearly disappointed by the septic system, his narrative of the evolution of the engineering, installation, inspection, and certification is not accurate. The health department mandates that all septic systems be engineered, inspected, and approved. Builders manage this process, but have no control over the engineering or approval of septic systems. The client's system was designed and engineered by a well-respected firm that has designed most of the systems in this area. The system was installed per plan under the supervision of a licensed septic contractor. It was subsequently inspected and approved by the health department. There is no scenario where the health department will approve an improper installation or allow backfilling prior to inspection. Attached is the signed permit from the San Juan Basin Public Health Department.
The septic system pipe is located in the client's side yard approximately 200 feet from the house. The septic engineer chose this spot because it found it to be the most appropriate for the system. While the pipe is in the side yard, far from the home, Asher Custom Homes offered to landscape around it to make it virtually imperceptible. the client refused this offer and instead engaged the septic engineering firm that originally designed the system seeking a different answer. The septic engineering firm proposed a modification that could mitigate the pipe. When the client informed Asher Custom Homes of this potential modification, we contacted numerous contractors who can do this work, but none of them wanted to disturb a certified working system. Additionally, while the original septic engineer proposed a potential modification, they have also stated in writing to Asher Custom Homes that the system was installed correctly to plan and that any modification to the system could affect the operation and effectiveness of the system. Such a modification would also void all of the existing warranties on the system. Attached is the as built evaluation from the engineering firm that confirms the system was installed correctly and that modifications have risks.
The client selected a beautiful slab of natural stone to be used for their kitchen island. Their contract with the granite fabricator states clearly that this stone is prone to cracking during shipment and fabrication and the stone fabricator has the right to repair the slab if in fact it cracks. The stone apparently cracked in half while being installed by the fabricator. Asher Custom Homes was unaware of this until the client discovered the crack a number of months after installation when they were looking at something else from the ground up and saw the crack from under the slab. Because the fabricator deals with this type of issue on a regular basis, they are experts at repairing cracks. This crack was imperceptible and may have never been noticed had the client not discovered it from underneath. Despite this, the client was unhappy so Asher Custom Homes advocated for them with the fabricator and negotiated zero cost for fabricating and installing a replacement piece of stone that the client would purchase. To suggest that Asher Custom Homes refused to replace stone and to imply that we left the client on their own is patently false.
There is a significant cost to hauling off dirt from a project site. In consultation with Asher, the owners decided to leave the excavated dirt on the property to keep costs down and to create a larger back yard. There was a finite area to work with and one tree ended up with too much dirt around it. The excavator intended to remediate this issue by creating a welled area around the tree.Before this tree well work could be completed and without notifying Asher Custom Homes, the client independently hired a contractor who was doing other work in their neighborhood to move large quantities of the dirt to another area of their property for landscaping. This dirt movement negated the need for the tree well.
Asher Custom Homes prides itself on working extensively with our clients from the beginning of design throughout the completion of construction. We use a web-based project tracking tool combined with a comprehensive project plan that requires our clients to confirm all design elements and selections before being built or ordered. We have numerous touch points with our clients during design and construction so that specific design features like bathroom layout, exterior column sizes and fireplaces are exactly what the client has chosen and confirmed with our tool. Asher Custom Homes was never made aware of any concerns over the columns, bathroom layout or the fireplace until this review and while we would have been happy to work with the client to make modifications during design and construction, this house was completed over a year ago and the design and construction phases were over 2 years ago when these concerns should have been raised and addressed. A review of the design selections the client approved does not identify any discrepancies from what was planned and approved to what was built. I can address that the height of the fireplace mantel was driven by building code. The fireplace unit that the client selected required a certain clearance between the fireplace box and any combustible material. Our project notes clearly identify that we discussed this issue with the client and received their approval to construct the fireplace they have.
Asher Custom Homes stands behind all of our projects and we remain willing and committed to work with the client to resolve any true problems that require remediation.
REDACTED
PERMIT #:
ISSUED: 08/11/2020
EXPIRES: 08/11/2021
ON-SITE WASTE WATER TREATMENT PERMIT
APPLICANT PROPERTY OWNER INSTALLER
CLIENT NAME REDACTED
ADDRESS REDACTED
PHONE NUMBER REDACTED
SPRINGS, TX 7 LIC #: EXP:
ADDRESS: REDACTED
PERMIT TYPE: CONSTRUCTION SUBDIVISION: REDACTED
DWELLING UNITS: 1 BEDROOMS: 3
SITE EVAL LTAR: 0.80 LIMITING ZONE: R-2 Soil
DEPTH: 3 ft. WATER SUPPLY: Central
SEPTIC TANKS: 1250 gallons minimum
DESIGN FLOW: 525 GPD
DISTRIBUTION: Dosed, Pump
SOIL TREATMENT: Unlined sand filter constructed in three 3' X 73' trenches with gravel distribution media.
WORK DESCRIPTION: Construct a gravity absorption OWTS to service a new 4 bedroom home.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
System must meet pressure dosing requirements as per Reg 43.10.E.3.a. Wet test will be required at the construction inspection.
Installer must be prepared to run a sufficient number of tests to confirm proper function of Automatic Distributing Valve. Call SJBPH
for inspection.
Strictly adhere to maximum depth requirement in design.
"Secondary sand media" as defined in Regulation 43.11.C.2.d must be used as sand filter material. A gradation of material is
required.
Effluent filter with handle reaching within 12 inches of grade is required at effluent tee of septic tank.
Splice boxes and electrical connections must be located outside the pump system access riser and be accessible from the ground
surface. Wire splices are prohibited inside the tank, dosing chamber or riser. Wire splicing must be completed with
corrosion-resistant, watertight connectors.
AUTHORIZATION TO BEGIN CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIRS
The submitted design and above specifications are authorized for construction, subject to the above special conditions. All
provisions of the SJBPH On-site Wastewater Treatment System regulations must be complied with whether specified herein or
not. The granting of this permit does not give authority to violate or cancel any other state or local law or regulation governing
construction or land use.
Authorized By Date
FINAL INSPECTION
The above system has been inspected and found to comply with the requirements as described on the issued permit.
08/11/2020
REDACTED
System Designed by (name, company, phone) Finalized By Date
8/20/2021
REDACTED
Subject: OWTS As-Built Evaluation and Record Drawing
REDACTED
Dear REDACTED:
As required by the San Juan Basin Public Health Department Onsite Wastewater Treatment
System (OWTS) Regulations, REDACTED performed as-built construction inspections and
prepared a record drawing for the OWTS at the site. We previously prepared an OWTS Design
for the site in our report dated July 22, 2020. This letter has been prepared in accordance with our
proposal to you dated June 16, 2020, Proposal No. 20162P.
We performed the as-built evaluation on September 16, 2020, July 13, 2021, July 26, 2021, and
August 2, 2021. The OWTS was installed by REDACTED. The
OWTS components observed include: sewer line, cleanouts, septic tank, dose tank, pump and
pump operation, squirt height, automatic distribution valve (ADV) operation, effluent transport
lines, distribution box, soil treatment area (STA), sand and the locations of components. The
installation and locations of system components were verified as shown on the OWTS Record
Drawing, Figure 1. Photographs of the OWTS installation are provided in the attached Photograph
Log.
The OWTS was installed in general conformance with our design except for the alterations listed
below. It is our opinion that the alterations will not negatively affect the performance of the
OWTS.
1. The orientation of the STA was rotated 90 degrees. Our original design showed the STA
in an East-West orientation; however, the STA was altered to a North-South orientation
due to trees and topographic considerations. The STA remains located in the same general
area as our original design and the locations of the test pits. The base of the STA excavation
was verified as the same soil type applied in our design.
2. The septic tank, dose tank and ADV locations were moved south from the design locations;
however, the pump transport distance and effluent transport line distances were not
substantially different than the design lengths. We verified the pump operation during our
site inspections and the pump operation test showed a squirt height of 10+ feet which well
exceeds the design height of 5 feet.
3. A K-Rain brand ADV was installed as the Orenco model arrived to the project site
damaged. The models are the same as K-Rain manufactures the ADV for Orenco.
PN: REDACTED Page 2
August 2, 2021
It is our opinion that the OWTS was installed in general conformance with our July 22, 2020
OWTS Design. The observations and recommendations presented above are based on our site
observations and our experience in the area. We make no warranty either express or implied.
Alterations to the system, improper OWTS operation, or improper backfill and site grading could
affect the operation and effectiveness of the OWTS.
Please contact us if you have any questions, or if we may be of additional service.
Respectfully, Reviewed by,
REDACTED
Engineering Geologist Geotechnical Engineer
Attachments: OWTS As-Built Record Drawing
OWTS As-Built Photograph Log
The septic system pipe is located in the client's side yard approximately 200 feet from the house. The septic engineer chose this spot because it found it to be the most appropriate for the system. While the pipe is in the side yard, far from the home, Asher Custom Homes offered to landscape around it to make it virtually imperceptible. the client refused this offer and instead engaged the septic engineering firm that originally designed the system seeking a different answer. The septic engineering firm proposed a modification that could mitigate the pipe. When the client informed Asher Custom Homes of this potential modification, we contacted numerous contractors who can do this work, but none of them wanted to disturb a certified working system. Additionally, while the original septic engineer proposed a potential modification, they have also stated in writing to Asher Custom Homes that the system was installed correctly to plan and that any modification to the system could affect the operation and effectiveness of the system. Such a modification would also void all of the existing warranties on the system. Attached is the as built evaluation from the engineering firm that confirms the system was installed correctly and that modifications have risks.
The client selected a beautiful slab of natural stone to be used for their kitchen island. Their contract with the granite fabricator states clearly that this stone is prone to cracking during shipment and fabrication and the stone fabricator has the right to repair the slab if in fact it cracks. The stone apparently cracked in half while being installed by the fabricator. Asher Custom Homes was unaware of this until the client discovered the crack a number of months after installation when they were looking at something else from the ground up and saw the crack from under the slab. Because the fabricator deals with this type of issue on a regular basis, they are experts at repairing cracks. This crack was imperceptible and may have never been noticed had the client not discovered it from underneath. Despite this, the client was unhappy so Asher Custom Homes advocated for them with the fabricator and negotiated zero cost for fabricating and installing a replacement piece of stone that the client would purchase. To suggest that Asher Custom Homes refused to replace stone and to imply that we left the client on their own is patently false.
There is a significant cost to hauling off dirt from a project site. In consultation with Asher, the owners decided to leave the excavated dirt on the property to keep costs down and to create a larger back yard. There was a finite area to work with and one tree ended up with too much dirt around it. The excavator intended to remediate this issue by creating a welled area around the tree.Before this tree well work could be completed and without notifying Asher Custom Homes, the client independently hired a contractor who was doing other work in their neighborhood to move large quantities of the dirt to another area of their property for landscaping. This dirt movement negated the need for the tree well.
Asher Custom Homes prides itself on working extensively with our clients from the beginning of design throughout the completion of construction. We use a web-based project tracking tool combined with a comprehensive project plan that requires our clients to confirm all design elements and selections before being built or ordered. We have numerous touch points with our clients during design and construction so that specific design features like bathroom layout, exterior column sizes and fireplaces are exactly what the client has chosen and confirmed with our tool. Asher Custom Homes was never made aware of any concerns over the columns, bathroom layout or the fireplace until this review and while we would have been happy to work with the client to make modifications during design and construction, this house was completed over a year ago and the design and construction phases were over 2 years ago when these concerns should have been raised and addressed. A review of the design selections the client approved does not identify any discrepancies from what was planned and approved to what was built. I can address that the height of the fireplace mantel was driven by building code. The fireplace unit that the client selected required a certain clearance between the fireplace box and any combustible material. Our project notes clearly identify that we discussed this issue with the client and received their approval to construct the fireplace they have.
Asher Custom Homes stands behind all of our projects and we remain willing and committed to work with the client to resolve any true problems that require remediation.
REDACTED
PERMIT #:
ISSUED: 08/11/2020
EXPIRES: 08/11/2021
ON-SITE WASTE WATER TREATMENT PERMIT
APPLICANT PROPERTY OWNER INSTALLER
CLIENT NAME REDACTED
ADDRESS REDACTED
PHONE NUMBER REDACTED
SPRINGS, TX 7 LIC #: EXP:
ADDRESS: REDACTED
PERMIT TYPE: CONSTRUCTION SUBDIVISION: REDACTED
DWELLING UNITS: 1 BEDROOMS: 3
SITE EVAL LTAR: 0.80 LIMITING ZONE: R-2 Soil
DEPTH: 3 ft. WATER SUPPLY: Central
SEPTIC TANKS: 1250 gallons minimum
DESIGN FLOW: 525 GPD
DISTRIBUTION: Dosed, Pump
SOIL TREATMENT: Unlined sand filter constructed in three 3' X 73' trenches with gravel distribution media.
WORK DESCRIPTION: Construct a gravity absorption OWTS to service a new 4 bedroom home.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
System must meet pressure dosing requirements as per Reg 43.10.E.3.a. Wet test will be required at the construction inspection.
Installer must be prepared to run a sufficient number of tests to confirm proper function of Automatic Distributing Valve. Call SJBPH
for inspection.
Strictly adhere to maximum depth requirement in design.
"Secondary sand media" as defined in Regulation 43.11.C.2.d must be used as sand filter material. A gradation of material is
required.
Effluent filter with handle reaching within 12 inches of grade is required at effluent tee of septic tank.
Splice boxes and electrical connections must be located outside the pump system access riser and be accessible from the ground
surface. Wire splices are prohibited inside the tank, dosing chamber or riser. Wire splicing must be completed with
corrosion-resistant, watertight connectors.
AUTHORIZATION TO BEGIN CONSTRUCTION OR REPAIRS
The submitted design and above specifications are authorized for construction, subject to the above special conditions. All
provisions of the SJBPH On-site Wastewater Treatment System regulations must be complied with whether specified herein or
not. The granting of this permit does not give authority to violate or cancel any other state or local law or regulation governing
construction or land use.
Authorized By Date
FINAL INSPECTION
The above system has been inspected and found to comply with the requirements as described on the issued permit.
08/11/2020
REDACTED
System Designed by (name, company, phone) Finalized By Date
8/20/2021
REDACTED
Subject: OWTS As-Built Evaluation and Record Drawing
REDACTED
Dear REDACTED:
As required by the San Juan Basin Public Health Department Onsite Wastewater Treatment
System (OWTS) Regulations, REDACTED performed as-built construction inspections and
prepared a record drawing for the OWTS at the site. We previously prepared an OWTS Design
for the site in our report dated July 22, 2020. This letter has been prepared in accordance with our
proposal to you dated June 16, 2020, Proposal No. 20162P.
We performed the as-built evaluation on September 16, 2020, July 13, 2021, July 26, 2021, and
August 2, 2021. The OWTS was installed by REDACTED. The
OWTS components observed include: sewer line, cleanouts, septic tank, dose tank, pump and
pump operation, squirt height, automatic distribution valve (ADV) operation, effluent transport
lines, distribution box, soil treatment area (STA), sand and the locations of components. The
installation and locations of system components were verified as shown on the OWTS Record
Drawing, Figure 1. Photographs of the OWTS installation are provided in the attached Photograph
Log.
The OWTS was installed in general conformance with our design except for the alterations listed
below. It is our opinion that the alterations will not negatively affect the performance of the
OWTS.
1. The orientation of the STA was rotated 90 degrees. Our original design showed the STA
in an East-West orientation; however, the STA was altered to a North-South orientation
due to trees and topographic considerations. The STA remains located in the same general
area as our original design and the locations of the test pits. The base of the STA excavation
was verified as the same soil type applied in our design.
2. The septic tank, dose tank and ADV locations were moved south from the design locations;
however, the pump transport distance and effluent transport line distances were not
substantially different than the design lengths. We verified the pump operation during our
site inspections and the pump operation test showed a squirt height of 10+ feet which well
exceeds the design height of 5 feet.
3. A K-Rain brand ADV was installed as the Orenco model arrived to the project site
damaged. The models are the same as K-Rain manufactures the ADV for Orenco.
PN: REDACTED Page 2
August 2, 2021
It is our opinion that the OWTS was installed in general conformance with our July 22, 2020
OWTS Design. The observations and recommendations presented above are based on our site
observations and our experience in the area. We make no warranty either express or implied.
Alterations to the system, improper OWTS operation, or improper backfill and site grading could
affect the operation and effectiveness of the OWTS.
Please contact us if you have any questions, or if we may be of additional service.
Respectfully, Reviewed by,
REDACTED
Engineering Geologist Geotechnical Engineer
Attachments: OWTS As-Built Record Drawing
OWTS As-Built Photograph Log
HU-84746274
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Asher Custom Homes is simply the best home builder in Durango. From start to finish they exceeded our expectations for our beautiful custom home. No request was too big for them. They were always honest and upfront about issues that inevitably came up along the way. We love everything about our new home. Thanks Ed and the entire ACH team for your hard work and dedication to our project!!
October 11, 2022
Comment from Asher Custom Homes:
Thank you for the wonderful review!! We loved working with you both as well.
Catherine Weidenfeller
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We greatly enjoyed our overall experience with Asher Custom Homes. In particular, our experience working with Project Manager Derrell Lindsey and our designer Tracy Toner. Working with both of them was very enjoyable, and their professionalism and attention to detail was impressive. We had never built a house before so it was a learning experience for us. Derrell did his best to keep us on track and on schedule despite the difficulties encountered due to covid and numerous supply issues worldwide. He dealt with numerous subcontractor issues and kept our best interests at the top of the list. Tracy is an amazing designer and we loved working with her on the vision for our retirement home.
October 11, 2022Last modified:October 11, 2022
Comment from Asher Custom Homes:
Thanks Catherine for your kind words. We are so happy that you had a great experience and that you are enjoying your beautiful home.
janet moret
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
From our first meeting with the team at Asher Custom Homes, lead by Edward Asher, we knew they were perfect for our project. Our goals for our getaway home were for a high quality, energy efficient home designed to complement the building site and surrounding views. We wanted an age in place design that would work for both of us and our children and grandchildren. Edward, Jason and the whole time were incredible to us. They listened to us and were responsive to our wants and needs during both the design and building process. We live out of state and our home was built during the height of the pandemic, so we were so appreciative of their amazing communication. Any time we got overwhelmed or struggled with design decisions, Mini, Tracy and Rachel helped with smiles and good cheer. When we needed ideas, they always had great ones to share, and when we needed a bit of marriage counseling they did that too. The team worked so hard for us and their talent and dedication really shines through in the quality of our home.
While we are thrilled that we benefited from Edward and Jason and the ACH team's experience and knowledge about building beautiful (and super energy efficient) homes, we are just as happy to call the team our live long friends. Thank you to the ACH team for everything you did to make our dream a reality!
April 26, 2022
Comment from Asher Custom Homes:
Thanks Janet! We loved working with you and are thrilled you love your new home!
My husband and I just moved into our home in December. It has been a dream come true for us. Working with Asher Custom Homes has been a wonderful experience. They are an amazing team that truly cares about their clients and gives their all to the project. They are extremely knowledgeable and were always there to answer our questions and guide us along the way. We are so thankful for them and we love everything about our new home!
February 7, 2022
Comment from Asher Custom Homes:
Thank you so much for your kind words. We loved working with you!
J. Standish
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
I cannot say enough good things about our homebuilding experience with Asher Custom Homes. Ever member of our team was incredible to -- they happily and patiently answered our seemingly endless questions and quelled our concerns when they arose. They helped us ensure that property we chose worked for the house we wanted to build and they placed the house just perfectly to take advantage of the incredible views. The quality of our home is unsurpassed. Throughout the entire build our team kept us informed, on track and on budget. They were always upfront when we wanted to make changes so that we knew what we were getting into. We cannot thank this team enough for building our dream home!
January 21, 2022
Comment from Asher Custom Homes:
Thanks James for the kind words. We very much enjoyed working with you to create your gorgeous home.
HU-703436185
Average rating: 5 out of 5 stars
We spent 3 years looking across the US and picked Durango as the place to build our dream home. Having never had a custom home, we wanted quality, expertise, and a builder with a proven track record in the community. Asher Custom Homes addressed all 3 points from the start. We had the pleasure of being present throughout the build and saw our home take shape from the concept we laid out to the Asher design team. Our project manager and superintendent were always there to guide the build along and answered every question and concern we had - no matter how trivial they were in hindsight. The tradespeople assembled by Asher - excavators, concrete, framers, electricians, etc. - gave us quality and timely work. Each evidenced a level of goodwill and respect towards Asher that has obviously been earned over the years. In a now busy and competitive market, this is a very important factor that reassured us. A friend recently asked us, after touring our beautiful home, if we had to do it over, would we go with the same builder. Without hesitation, we both enthusiastically said yes.
August 28, 2021
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Asher Custom Homes is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5
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Asher Custom Homes provides the following services: 3D Rendering, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), Architectural Design, Architectural Drawings, Barn Design & Construction, Bathroom Design, Bathroom Remodeling, Building Design, Custom Beds, Custom Home Bars, Deck Building, Deck Design, Demolition, Design Consultation, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes, Floor Plans, Flooring Installation, Garage Building, Green Building, Guesthouse Design & Construction, Home Additions, Home Extensions, Home Remodeling, Home Restoration, Home Theater Design, House Plans, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Remodeling, Laundry Room Design, Lighting Design, Lighting Installation, Linoleum Flooring Installation, Mudroom Design, Multigenerational Homes, New Home Construction, Outdoor Kitchen Construction, Outdoor Kitchen Design, Outdoor Lighting Design, Passive Solar Heating & Cooling, Porch Design & Construction, Project Management, Radiant Floor Heating, Site Planning, Site Preparation, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Design, Custom Home, General Contracting
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Asher Custom Homes provides services in the following areas: Durango, Telluride, Pagosa Springs, Ridgeway, Montrose, Southwest Colorado, Glacier Club, Durango Mountain, Purgatory, Two Dogs, Edgemont
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Most if not all of the photographs included were taken during active construction and do not represent the condition of the home when it was turned over. Construction progress photos, when viewed without context, can create a misleading impression.
This project was built under a cost-plus contract. As the project neared completion, the homeowners refused to pay for substantial completed work because they disagreed with the project's cost and schedule. Despite our efforts to resolve those disagreements, payment was withheld. As a result, work could not continue, and certain remaining items were left incomplete because the contractual relationship had broken down due to nonpayment, not because we abandoned the project.
The review also references warranty concerns. Our warranty, like most construction warranties, is governed by the terms of the contract, including the owner's payment obligations.
Finally, the review encourages readers to search for court filings and litigation involving Asher Custom Homes. To be clear, there were no lawsuits filed by either party regarding this project. We encourage prospective clients to conduct their own independent research and verify the facts for themselves.
For more than 20 years, Asher Custom Homes has earned the trust of homeowners through quality craftsmanship, professionalism, and integrity. This is the only project in our company's history in which construction ended because a client refused to fulfill their contractual payment obligations. We regret that we were unable to resolve the dispute, but we remain proud of the home we built and confident that our reputation and longstanding record speak for themselves.
We confidently reassert that this review is egregiously inaccurate and grossly misleading and we can only surmise that this keyboard tirade is really a personal vendetta against our owner. It's unfortunate that this client is unable to find happiness in the beautiful home that they've enjoyed for well over a year now. Please research all fictitious and slanderous claims asserted by this review concerning any legal matters. Neither the owner nor the company are party to any litigation, indictments or convictions. Sadly, despite our team working very hard to placate this client, some people are just unhappy and take that unhappiness out on others. I invite you to read other reviews posted by this reviewer, who has unlimited vitriol for vendors who don't agree with him or when things don't go his way. I doubt this client would be as angry and vindictive had he honored the contract he signed and paid for work that had been performed. No builder will continue to work when the client either refuses to or is unable to pay. We do hope that this home owner finds his way to a happier place.