There are many reasons why someone may choose to build a custom home instead of purchasing an existing one. Perhaps you looked at the market and decided it made more sense to build than buy. Maybe you wanted more flexibility in your home’s location or custom details. Regardless of your reason, choosing to build a custom home is exciting!

However, before you dive into the pros and cons of bay windows or awning windows or how you want to spruce up your outdoor living space, you must determine a realistic timeline. If you’re looking to build a custom home in North Texas, read on to learn how long it will take you to build that home.

What Influences Project Length?

The length of the project could vary considerably based on a number of factors. That’s the whole point of a custom-built home, after all. No two homes will be identical, meaning no two projects will be exactly alike. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t a few common factors to consider when scoping out your project.

 

  • Project Complexity: The more moving parts your custom build project requires, the more effort your builder will need to put in.
  • Home Size: The larger the home, the more work will be required to build it. That’s just a fact of life.
  • Delays In Client Approval: Quite a few elements of your build will require your input and approval to make sure everything is to your liking. The sooner you are able to approve or offer feedback on relevant items, the faster your builder can take action.
  • Permitting & Approval: Any project will always have some degree of external review. You might see delays in approvals and permits being granted by the local board. These are a part of the process, but they can be irksome.
  • Degree of Customization: If you find a standard model and then tweak a few exterior items, your build will likely progress quicker than a wholly customized floor plan with very niche materials and design elements.

 

If building your custom home quickly is the utmost priority, you might need to compromise on size, customization, and complexity. Generally, we recommend our clients give their project at least 10-15 months for the building phase, although the variables above can impact that timeline.

Expect & Mitigate Delays

Delays happen. Thankfully, partnering with an experienced custom home builder is a surefire way to avoid as many delays as possible. However, sometimes things happen. These are some of the more common delays that can occur during a project:

 

  • Severe Weather: Extreme heat or cold, heavy rain, and snow are all examples of how the weather can push your project back.
  • Macroeconomic Conditions: A lack of labor in your market or a shortage of certain supplies could add time.
  • Unforeseen Acts: Large events can also impact your project. COVID-19, for instance, caused significant delays across many projects.

 

However, these externalities are usually outside the control of your builder. While your builder might not be able to control the labor market or the weather, they tremendously impact your overall project. The surest way to avoid delays in your project is to partner with the right home builder. Adding their expertise and resources can help you get out in front of various common project problems.

 

  • Expert Advice: Your builder should be able to offer you feedback on your custom home design and ensure you’re well aware of how long your house will take to build.
  • Identification Of Roadblocks: A home builder who has been through it all will be able to see your project’s potential pitfalls and hurdles before they even materialize.

 

Project management isn’t easy, but an expert and trusted custom home builder will make the operational management of your project look simple.

That’s where Maykus Homes comes in.

As a custom home builder in North Texas, we’ve spent the last few decades building across the Metroplex. There’s not a part of North Texas that we aren’t well-acquainted with, and we promise always to bring that expertise to your project and to add value to your build. If you want to build a custom home in DFW, call Maykus Homes today!