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Custom Home Builder in West Newbury, MA

From First Conversation to Finished Home, Built the Right Way

Building a home is one of the biggest investments you will ever make. It requires trust, planning, and a builder who understands how to manage the process from start to finish.
At Underdog Construction, we build custom homes with a focus on quality construction, clear communication, and realistic expectations.
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About Underdog Construction

Underdog Construction is led by Wade Cedar, a builder who has spent years managing residential construction projects of all sizes. Wade has built homes for clients and is currently building his own, giving him firsthand experience with every stage of the process.
We approach custom home building with care and attention, not volume. Our goal is to build homes we are proud to stand behind.
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Custom Home Building Services

Every custom home starts with understanding how you want to live.
Our custom home services include:
  • Pre-construction planning and consultations
  • Coordination with designers and architects
  • Permit management and approvals
  • Full ground-up construction
  • Subcontractor coordination and scheduling
  • Quality control and final walkthroughs

Most homes we build are two-story designs with three to four bedrooms and practical layouts that suit everyday living. We focus on building homes that are functional, durable, and thoughtfully designed.

Available in Newburyport, Merrimac and Groveland. A new dwelling needs a Construction Supervisor Licence and a full permit set, and each town’s building department runs that process a little differently.

Previous Custom Home Projects

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We have experience managing full home builds from planning through completion. Our past projects reflect solid construction practices, clean finishes, and layouts designed to last.
Photos of completed homes and in-progress builds highlight our attention to detail at every stage.

Reviews From Homeowners

Clients appreciate our honesty and realistic approach. Custom homes involve many decisions, and we help guide homeowners without pressure or confusion.
Clear expectations and follow-through are central to how we work.

Our Custom Home Building Process

Custom homes require patience and organization.
1
Initial consultation and site discussion
2
Design coordination and planning
3
Blueprint review and estimating
4
Permit submission and approvals
5
Construction scheduling and build
6
Ongoing communication throughout the build
6
Final walkthrough and completion
From the first call to move-in, a custom home build typically spans close to a year depending on scope and conditions.

Custom Home Building Questions

From the first call to move-in, a custom home build typically spans close to a year, depending on scope and conditions.

Most homes we build are two-story designs with three to four bedrooms and practical layouts that suit everyday living.

We focus on building homes that are functional, durable, and thoughtfully designed.

Yes. Coordination with designers and architects is part of our custom home service, alongside pre-construction planning and consultations, permit management and approvals, full ground-up construction, subcontractor coordination and scheduling, and quality control with final walkthroughs.

Yes. Our Construction Supervisor License number is 117142, listed in the footer of every page on this site.

Wade Cedar has built homes for clients and is currently building his own, which gives him firsthand experience with every stage of the process.

He has spent years managing residential construction projects of all sizes. We approach custom home building with care and attention, not volume.

Contact Underdog Construction to discuss your custom home project.

If you are considering building a custom home, start with a conversation. We will walk you through the process, answer your questions, and help you decide if now is the right time to move forward.
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The Final Result

The final result is a home built with intention, not shortcuts. Systems work properly. Layouts make sense. Finishes feel solid and lasting.
You move into a home that reflects your needs, supports your lifestyle, and stands up to everyday use. A home you can live in confidently, knowing it was built carefully from the ground up.
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Underdog Construction proudly serves West Newbury and surrounding communities as a service-area residential contractor.

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+1 978-377-8839

Location

West Newbury, MA

Working Hours

Mon-Fri: 7 am -5 pm
Sat: 7 am - 3 pm
Sun: Closed

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