The Real Costs of “Turnkey” Builders (and Why Transparency Matters)
Discover how traditional “turnkey” home builders hide markups and drive up costs—and how Blue Clear Sky Contracting saves homeowners 20–30% with flat-fee transparency.
What Does “Turnkey” Really Mean?
If you’ve ever talked to a traditional home builder, you’ve probably heard the word “turnkey.” It sounds simple—sign a contract, get a completed house. But what they don’t tell you is that turnkey often means you’re paying for convenience you never asked for and markups you’ll never see.
Traditional custom builders roll profit margins, vendor markups, and “management fees” into your contract—hidden inside the cost of materials and labor. The result? You’re often spending 20–30% more than the actual cost to build your home.
To understand why, start by looking at how bank-funded construction typically works.
How Blue Clear Sky Does It Differently
At Blue Clear Sky Contracting, we believe you deserve to know where every dollar goes. That’s why our process is built around flat-fee pricing and live budget tracking.
Instead of profiting from every item in your build, we charge one transparent fee—typically around 10% of your project’s total budget. You see what we see, in real time. From concrete to cabinetry, every cost is logged in a shared spreadsheet you can access anytime.
The result? Full control, zero guesswork, and 20–30% average savings compared to traditional builders.
Learn more about our transparent homebuilding approach.
Transparency = Trust
Building a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. You shouldn’t have to wonder if your builder is padding invoices or pocketing savings.
We keep everything out in the open:
Every invoice goes through a shared text thread with you, us and the lender.
A live spreadsheet where you can view updates and spending in real time.
You decide how involved you want to be—hands-on or hands-off.
This isn’t just convenient—it gives homeowners the clarity they need to feel confident through every stage of the build.
Why “Turnkey” Builders Cost You More
Here’s what happens behind the curtain:
Markup on materials
Markup on subcontractor labor
Profit embedded into every change order
At BCS, our private lending process eliminates those delays. Our clients move faster, stay informed, and spend less—all while keeping their dream home exactly how they envisioned it.
Build Smarter, Not Costlier
A “turnkey” build might sound easy, but it’s rarely the smarter option. When you partner with Blue Clear Sky Contracting, you get simplicity and savings—without losing control.
Flat-fee pricing
Transparent communication
Live budget tracking
Average savings of 20–30%
Your dream home doesn’t need hidden markups—it needs a builder who treats your investment like their own.
Ready to See the Real Difference?
Schedule a Free Discovery Call to learn how you can save 20–30% and still get the custom home you’ve always wanted.