What Distinguishes a
“Builder” from a “Dealer”?


While there are some similarities between Builders and Dealers, their relationships with homebuyers are distinctly different.

A Builder typically enters into a direct contractual agreement with a homebuyer, agreeing to build a given design to a set of specifications for an established price and completion date, followed by a warranty period.

A Dealer typically has similar knowledge to that of a Builder, but does not engage a homebuyer in a contractual relationship as a Builder does. Smart Start Building Systems Dealers act (on a independently owned and operated basis) to counsel and assist Owner -Builders in the ordering process of materials and services, which Smart Start Building Systems supplies directly to Owner – Builders, per their chosen design, specifications and options. Smart Start Building Systems supplies Dealers an array of sales and marketing material, plus online ordering capabilities, to assist in this process.

Additionally, Dealers may assist Owner – Builders in discussing land acquisition, financing, scheduling and subcontractor selection, depending upon the needs involved in each transaction.

Smart Start Building Systems presents periodic “Get Acquainted” seminars for prospective Dealers. Dealers have an array of beneficial materials to facilitate the homebuilding process from start to finish.


Smart Start Building Systems • 2138 Route 522 • Selinsgrove, PA 17870 • 1-800-383-0940 • contact us