What’s Involved In Building A Custom Home With Texas Living Homes?
At Texas Living Homes, we take pride in being the premier luxury custom home builders serving Kerrville and Fredericksburg, Texas. Our goal is to turn your dream home into a reality with a seamless and enjoyable building process.
From the initial inquiry to the final walkthrough, we prioritize transparency, communication, and exceptional craftsmanship. Starting with filling out our online form, our dedicated team will guide you through each step of the journey. With meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence, we ensure that your custom home reflects your unique lifestyle and exceeds your expectations. Every design begins fresh, never from a single set of plans. Each home is shaped by your property’s natural layout, the views you love most, and the details that matter to your family.
Discover how Texas Living Homes’ proven nine-step process turns your vision into a one-of-a-kind home.
Watch the behind the build experience with Texas Living Homes
This video walks you through the Texas Living Homes building process—from the first dig to the final walkthrough. Along the way, you’ll see our commitment to quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and the small details that make a big difference. We don’t just build houses — we build homes with care, precision, and pride.
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1. Initial Inquiry
Begin your journey by filling out the inquiry form on our website. Share details about your dream home, your preferred location, and any must-have features or design ideas you envision. The more information you provide, the better we can understand your goals and start shaping a plan that fits your lifestyle, property, and budget.
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2. Consultation
After receiving your form, we will schedule a consultation to discuss your vision, budget, and timeline. This can be done either in person or virtually, depending on your preference. We often meet clients on their land during this stage to evaluate the property’s layout, highlight views, and begin planning the best positioning for your future home.
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3. Design Phase
Our team will guide you to our design partners for the completion of detailed plans and renderings of your custom home. We are there to walk you through the process and discuss each step to ensure we meet your expectations and that the design reflects your lifestyle and budget. We design your home to fit your lot, working with the terrain and natural features that make it special.
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4. Approval & Agreement
Once the design is finalized, we will visit our showrooms together, to finalize the details and specifications of your project. Then, your project enters the bidding phase. We end with a comprehensive budget, and sign a construction agreement outlining all the details and timelines.
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5. Permitting & Preparation
We handle all necessary permits and prepare the site for construction. This includes any required land clearing, utility setup, and foundation work.
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6. Construction
Our skilled craftsmen and project managers will oversee the building process, ensuring top-quality workmanship and attention to detail at every stage.
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7. Consistent Updates & Communication
Throughout the construction process, we provide a minimum of weekly updates and welcome you to visit the site to see the progress.
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8. Final Walk-Through
Once construction is complete, we will conduct a thorough walkthrough with you to ensure everything meets your expectations and address any final touches.
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9. Move-In Day
Welcome home! Our team is thrilled to hand over the keys to your custom home project, delivered on-time and on-budget.
Every Home Starts With the Land
At Texas Living Homes, every custom home starts with your land. Before we dive into design, our team meets you on-site to walk the property together and get a feel for its natural features.
We look at the views you love most, how the sun hits your lot, the direction of the wind, and even small details like the slope or tree lines. All of these elements help us decide the best placement for your home so it feels perfectly connected to its surroundings. It’s a thoughtful step that makes your home as beautiful and comfortable as it is uniquely yours.
Learn How Every Home We Build Is One of a Kind
At Texas Living Homes, no two homes are ever the same, because no two families are. From the first meeting on your land to the final design decisions, our process is all about bringing your vision to life. We help you choose the best placement for your home, highlight your property’s best features, and guide you through every step of the journey.
