Process
From your land,
to your keys.
A successful build starts long before construction. Our process is designed to bring the land, design, budget, and construction together from the beginning, so you can move forward with clarity at every stage.
- 01
30–45 minutes
Initial Conversation
We start by learning about your land, your goals, your budget, and what you want to build. We'll talk through the project at a high level, answer your early questions, and make sure we're a good fit before moving forward.
- ·Your property
- ·Project goals
- ·Budget & financing
- ·Timeline
- ·Next steps
- 02
On your land
Site Visit
Every property is different. We walk the land with you to understand access, topography, utilities, drainage, orientation, and the practical considerations that can influence your home and your budget.
- ·Access & site conditions
- ·Utilities
- ·Septic & well considerations
- ·Home placement
- ·Site-specific constraints
- 03
Plans and pricing developed together
Design & Budget
Good planning happens before construction begins. We work through the design, specifications, and major selections while developing the budget alongside them, so you can make informed decisions before the plans get too far ahead of the numbers.
- ·Plans & design
- ·Preliminary budgeting
- ·Specifications
- ·Allowances & selections
- ·Scope refinement
- 04
Preparing to build
Preconstruction
Once the design and budget are aligned, we turn the project into a construction-ready plan. Engineering, permitting, final selections, scheduling, contracts, and site logistics are coordinated before we break ground.
- ·Engineering
- ·Permitting
- ·Final pricing
- ·Selections
- ·Construction schedule
- 05
Build
This is where the planning becomes a home. We manage every phase of construction while keeping you informed along the way. You'll know where your project stands, what's happening next, and when we need something from you.
- ·Sitework & foundation
- ·Structure & dry-in
- ·Rough-ins
- ·Interior finishes
- ·Final details
- 06
The keys aren't the end.
Walkthrough & Ownership
Before we hand over the keys, we walk the home with you, address the final details, and make sure you understand your new home. And when construction is finished, you still have our number.
- ·Final walkthrough
- ·Punch completion
- ·Home orientation
- ·Warranty
- ·Continued support
Clear communication isn't a step in our process.
It's part of every step.
Building a custom home involves hundreds of decisions and plenty of moving parts. Our job is to keep you informed, explain what's happening, and make sure you always know where your project stands.
FAQ
Ask us anything.
The questions we hear most often. If yours isn't here, just call.
Do I need to own land before contacting you?+
We're happy to talk with you whether you already own property, have land under contract, or are just beginning your search. Getting a builder involved early can help you understand site conditions, utilities, access, and other factors that may affect the cost and feasibility of building.
Do I need plans before contacting you?+
Not at all. Some clients come to us with completed plans, while others start with a piece of land and an idea. We can meet you wherever you are in the process and help coordinate the design, budgeting, engineering, and planning needed to get the project ready for construction.
Can you help determine whether a property is buildable?+
Yes. We can walk the property with you and help identify the major considerations that could affect your build, including access, utilities, topography, drainage, septic, well requirements, and home placement. When additional information is needed, we can help coordinate with the appropriate engineers, surveyors, and other professionals.
How does pricing work?+
We believe good pricing starts with a clearly defined project. As the plans, specifications, and selections come together, we develop the budget alongside them so you can understand what you're building and what it is expected to cost. Before construction begins, we'll walk through the scope, allowances, pricing, and contract with you so there are as few unknowns as possible.
How long does the design and construction process take?+
Every custom home is different. The timeline depends on the design, size and complexity of the home, property conditions, engineering, permitting, selections, and availability of materials and trades. Once we understand your project, we'll develop a realistic schedule and keep you updated as it progresses.
What areas do you build in?+
We build throughout Central Texas and the eastern Texas Hill Country, with a focus on Georgetown, Liberty Hill, Bertram, Burnet, Marble Falls, Spicewood, and the surrounding communities. Our service area depends on the project and property, so if you're planning to build nearby, reach out and tell us where your land is located.
What types of homes do you build?+
We focus on custom homes and barndominiums designed around the property and the people who will live there. We also build supporting structures such as detached garages, shops, guest houses, and other improvements as part of larger residential and ranch properties.