This or that? The choice is yours

If you're thinking of buying a new house, you've no doubt wondered whether you should go brand new or previously enjoyed. With so much used inventory currently on the market, it's a reasonable question to ask.  

The truth is, new homes offer so much more than used homes. Our brand new homes are priced for your budget and built for your life. They offer open, well-designed and stylish living space, a healthy indoor environment, low-maintenance materials inside and out and money-saving energy-efficient construction. And with today's record low interest rates, our comprehensive warranty and the number of extras we include, buying a new home from Avonlea is probably the smartest investment you can make. 

This or that? The choice is yours.

No surprises. With a new home, there are no surprises lurking behind the walls. You know how the house was built and what went into it. You've probably actually seen what's behind those walls.		What lurks beneath? Character is great, but the romance quickly fades when you're dealing with lathe and plaster walls, Layer after layer of wallpaper decor or sketchy wiring, to name a few. Truth is, you just don't know what you're getting until you move in.
It comes with an owner's manual You know how to operate your new home to its maximum efficiency. If you have questions, we're here to help.		You're on your own Once you've done your final walk-through and shaken hands with your agent, the rest is up to you to figure out.
The choice is yours New means it's all yours from top to bottom. You don't have to live with (or redo) other people's design choices. You get what suits your lifestyle right from the start.		Can you live with it? There was a time when shag carpet was "in" but that time has (thankfully) passed. A resale home means living with someone else's dated design choices.
No renos ... not one The work is all done before you move in. All you need to do is sit back and enjoy your brand new, very low maintenance home.		Honey, do this ... and this ... and this Whether it's updates or major facelifts, making a resale house your home, could mean a lot of renos and a lot of hidden cost....and a lot of work.
Healthy living Our earth-friendly construction means your home is healthier, comfortable, easier to maintain and extremely energy efficient.		Drafts, leaks and funny smells Character might also mean cold, overheated, drafty or stuffy. It can also mean dampness, mold and mildew, and questionable ventilation.
Go green for more green From heating to roofing and windows, new homes work better, last longer and are cheaper to maintain. Not only will you have significantly lower utility bills, you're doing your bit to save the planet.		Money pit Resale homes can consume up to twice as much energy as a newly built home. Utility dollars will fly out your drafty windows, and it's not too earth-friendly either.
Fit for today's lifestyle Our new homes are designed for today's lifestyle. Larger kitchens, bathrooms and floor plans reflect the way we really live.		Living in the past While many older homes offer lots of character and great "bones", adapting them to meet your lifestyle can be very costly and time-consuming.
It all comes down to trust We build more homes than anyone else in Lethbridge. That means more people trust us to deliver on our promise to offer the very best in construction, design, service and follow-up care. You can count on that promise.		Do you know who wired your home? With a resale house, you don't really know who's done what structurally to your home. Is the wiring safe? How about that plumbing? If something slipped past the home inspector's attention, you're stuck with it.
You choose your neighborhood Since we can build anywhere a lot is available, a new home means you have more choice about the community you'll live in.		Nice house, but the neighbourhood? You might love the house, but wish it were in a cul de sac. You might love the street, but wish your kids could walk to school. With a resale house, there's no choosing location, neighborhood or amenities.
Warranty Resale homes do not come with a comprehensive warranty. Not only will you get a 5-10 year coverage with Alberta New Home Warranty Program, we back everything with our own Avonlea warranty for one full year.		Too bad for you There is no warranty. No promise or quality assurance. If you discover any kind of problem with your home after you've moved in, it's yours to deal with (and pay for) on your own.
Customer Service As a customer, you get a comprehensive after-sale service to ensure you are completely satisfied with the purchase of your new Avonlea Home.		It was a pleasure to serve you Once you've had your final walk-through, you likely won't hear from your real estate agent again until he sends you his annual calendar. He won't rush over to fix a cabinet door or repair your doorbell. His job is done once he hands you the keys.
Budget planning When you purchase a new home from Avonlea, you know all of your costs up front. Nothing's hidden and you control your budget.		Money pit continued You might think you only need to replace 15 light fixtures and your cabinetry knobs and your flooring. And maybe your furnace. How much will it all cost in the end?