Charlottesville Area Builders

We have now been in our new house for a week, and we wholeheartedly love our home. It feels like an extension of our family. Without a doubt, working with Mike and Isobel was the best decision in getting us here. We purchased our lot from across the country and interviewed several reputable builders in the area. CAB stood out immediately for their top-tier craftsmanship, alignment with the contemporary style we wanted, and commitment to an excellent client experience. Because we began the project while living on the West Coast, strong communication was essential. Mike and Isobel delivered with weekly video updates, regular check-ins, and prompt, thoughtful responses. From a budgeting perspective, everything was organized and transparent, with every selection and change clearly documented. What could have felt overwhelming was instead a smooth and enjoyable process. With my background in interior design, I came into the project with many ideas and questions, all of which were met with enthusiasm, patience, and care. Every inch of the home was customized to suit our specific needs, and we collaborated on countless design elements that elevated the space. Some of our favorites include the light wells for the bonus room skylights, the sculpted range hood, and the Costco door seamlessly hidden beneath the pantry countertops. Each sketch and redline was met with thoughtful feedback, and it was clear they were deeply invested in creating a well-designed home. Isobel was an invaluable resource and sounding board when selecting finishes and fixtures. We also can’t say enough about their subcontractors; in particular, the tile installers, electrician, and custom cabinet makers were exceptional. The job site was consistently well kept, every detail was handled with precision, and the level of craftsmanship exceeded our already high expectations. The result is a home we are incredibly proud of—meticulously built, beautifully executed, and beyond what we imagined. Their craftsmanship alone would be reason enough to work with them, but what truly sets Mike and Isobel apart is how deeply they care. They built our home with the same level of intention as if it were their own, and we feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with CAB.

We couldn’t be happier with our experience working with Charlottesville Area Builders. From the very beginning, they guided us through the planning process with care and expertise. Their help with material selections made the entire process smooth and stress-free, and the quality of their craftsmanship is truly outstanding—every detail is top notch. Throughout the build, the team was always responsive, available, and quick to answer any questions we had. Building a home can feel overwhelming, but they made it an enjoyable and exciting experience. We highly recommend CAB to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and professional custom home builder.

Review for Charlottesville Area Builders We recently had the pleasure of working with Charlottesville Area Builders to create our forever home, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Mike and Isobel Sadler, the owners, were incredibly attentive and genuinely listened to our vision. From the initial meeting to the design and creation of our home, they were dedicated to understanding our needs for beauty and functionality. Zane, our project manager, and the subcontractors who worked on our home demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, proficiency, and courtesy. Their efforts significantly reduced the stress of building a home for the first time. Throughout the process, Mike and Isobel ensured that every detail was perfect. Their ability to incorporate our needs and wants into the design resulted in a home that is both stunning and practical. The house's flow is clean and open, making it a joy to live in. Their commitment to outstanding customer service and delivering excellent results was evident in every interaction. We felt supported and valued throughout the project, and their personalized approach made all the difference. If you're looking for a team that genuinely cares about bringing your dream home to life, we highly recommend Charlottesville Area Builders. Mike and Isobel Sadler will go above and beyond to ensure your home is everything you've ever wanted.

We are new to the Charlottesville area and did a lot of research on home builders. We are very fortunate and could not have partnered with a better builder! Mike and Isobel and the Charlottesville Area Builder team are the consummate professionals. From the initial site walk of our future home, to listening to our ideas, recommending products, answering our questions and providing us with weekly progress updates Mike and Isobel were there every step of every day for our home build. From the very beginning as we worked with them to design our home, Mike and Isobel took the time to listen and understand our vision, asked us lots of questions about our family and lifestyle and drew on their many years of homebuilding experience to provide relevant recommendations. They were very transparent with the cost of the build, provided a range of product options and itemized all the materials. We also valued that they tested products in their own home and shared their experience with us. We found this very helpful when we needed to make decisions for our home. They have an acute attention to detail and will not accept anything that is not up to their high standards. For example, our refrigerator had a slight dent at the bottom. We didn’t notice during one of the visits but Mike and Isobel did and our refrigerator was replaced. Mike and Isobel were very responsive whenever we emailed or called with questions. We really appreciated the weekly updates on the progress of the build and upcoming phases of the project. Our home was completed ahead of schedule and on budget. We are very thankful to have worked with Mike, Isobel and the Charlottesville Area Builder team. Our home surpassed our expectations and will help create many family memories for years to come!

Entering the "new-home-construction" process was a bit intimidating because we've never built a home before! Everyone had always told me that building a home was a nightmare, but working with Isobel and Mike from Charlottesville Area Builders was a dream. We sat down with them in July of 2021 to discuss each room of the house, and our vision for it. We had no idea the amount of detail that went into building a home, but Isobel and Mike were there with us every step (and every room!) of the way. They were able to show us other houses they had built to give us an idea of options we could work with/choose from... things we didn't know could be done! Isobel certainly led the way in design and helped select several options (all different price points, too!) that she thought we would like, all while keeping our overall vision of the house in mind. Isobel and Mike also ordered our appliances with plenty of notice so that everything was in place upon the final walkthrough (we have several new-construction neighbors without appliances/cabinets/hardware who used different builders and moved in months before we did!). Construction started in January of 2022, and we just moved in on October 16th, 2022. It seemed like every time we snuck out to the house, Isobel and Mike were there working, too, making sure everything was going to plan. They never hesitated to walkthrough the house with us to answer any questions we had. Zane was our project supervisor and for any issue that popped up, he had an immediate solution (we really did not have many issues!). He is very knowledgeable and he is great to work with. He did a wonderful job on our home. I would highly recommend Charlottesville Area Builders for you and your custom home dreams. What we thought were only "fun ideas", Mike and Isobel actually made them come true! They are entirely positive individuals, supremely professional, and outstanding in their craft. (They put all of the other builders in our new neighborhood to shame!). They are all wonderful people and choose the best contractors/sub-contractors to get the work done. Again, I highly recommend Charlottesville Area Builders.