NEXT POST – Right Home Company

On January 13, 2020 we heard from Lon Cooke and Stewart Elliot from the Right Home Company. The 
two men created the company, headquartered here in Chelsea,  after they retired from 
decades in the home building/construction industry.

They recognized a need for affordable homes in the area. They reported that almost 50% of 
the population can't afford an entry level house. With the average selling price of a 
home in Chelsea over $300,000, a starter home would sell for about $70,000, but there is 
nothing near that price in the area. 

That absence of houses in the price range for lower and middle income families was the 
driving force behind the company's formation. The company will concentrate on filling the 
need for the middle income range.

They will build smaller homes that are very energy efficient. They will create designs to 
the customer's wishes. They will provide project managers to see the project to 
completion. They have dedicated suppliers,  and have vetted builders. Customers may use 
any or all of their services.

They are especially interested in building auxiliary dwelling units where acreage 
permits.
They are designed as private spaces, yet still close, for family members to join 
together.

They use pre-cast foundations that can be installed in one day. They use pre-assembled 
floors and interior partitions. Structured insulated panels are made in a climate 
controlled factory, making everything fit together perfectly.  Walls with a rating of R50 
keep the house warm in winter and cool in summer. Ready to assemble cabinets are 
featured.

Price per square foot could range from $160 to $200, depending on location and extra 
features wanted.

Current projects are located in Washtenaw county, Pinckney, and Ogemaw.

Next Monday we will hear from Eric McCalla, President of the Chelsea Community Fair 
Board. He will update us on the latest goings on for 2020. This year's fair runs August 
25-29.