If you don't know much about the lbses in your area having them build a wheel is kinda a crapshoot.
yeah, it's kinda strange. Most shops around here aren't the urban fixie/recycled-lover-types. Every time they see my current fixed gear they tell me I should just buy a brand new track bike from Specialized or something. While I don't disagree having a brand new bike would be sweet, they all tend to miss the point. I'm happy with my older frame and just want a wheelset.