Austin, Texas is one of the fastest growing housing markets in the country. Economic development, nationally ranked universities, top-rated public school systems, and the area's unique blend of cosmopolitan and Hill Country culture all contribute to the unique way of life in Central Texas.
Whether you're relocating to Austin, looking for the perfect design to fit your lot and lifestyle or finally moving up to that dream home, there's nothing quite like the feeling of a custom-designed home built specifically for you.
But anyone who has built a new custom home knows it can be a long and complicated process. That's why Harrington Custom Homes has developed a careful plan to help our customers work through every aspect of the custom building process. While each project and each home is different, there are a few steps that every potential homeowner typically needs to take.
Figuring Out What You Want There are so many minor details to keep track of that it's easy to lose sight of what you really want. Before you ever start shopping for a new home, it's important to figure out what really matters most to you and to keep that in mind throughout the planning process. For some, it might be a particular community. For others, it's a certain school district or nearby shopping. Some just want a big kitchen or a relaxing pool. But the one thing almost everyone can agree on is having a custom home that looks good and is built to last.
Your Builder The most significant step in guaranteeing your home's beauty and quality is deciding who will actually build it. While there are many custom home builders in Austin, there are very few who devote the time and attention necessary to truly build quality houses. At Harrington Custom Homes, our skilled professionals will work with you personally to design the home that best fits your lifestyle and your taste, because no matter how great a house looks, if it isn't what you want, it won't be your home.
Site Selection If you've already found that perfect piece of Austin real estate, we are always happy to build on your lot. But if you haven't selected a home site, we offer a variety of lots in select Austin area communities. For available sites in other areas, our staff can also access MLS and other "pocket listings" in specific locations or types of communities.
Floor Plan Once you've selected the site, we can begin developing your floor plan. Planning a custom home doesn't necessarily mean you have to design it from scratch, though we can always custom design a plan to your exact specifications. We also offer a selection of floor plans and designs you can build from directly or modify to fit your personal needs.
Cost Projection After the site and floor plan are settled, we can estimate a completed project cost. Our customized projection process allows you the most control over the budget by estimating the basic structure cost of your home, then allowing you to add or subtract custom features like upgraded counter tops, flooring, and installations.
Financing With a projection of your final cost, Harrington Custom Homes can help determine your financing options. While we do not finance projects personally, we do work with a preferred group of highly respected banks and lenders in Austin.
Building Contract Before construction begins, we will work together to create a building agreement that specifies the dimensions and features of your home, the site plan, materials, draw schedule, and completion date. Our knowledgeable sales and construction professionals will work with you carefully throughout each step of this confirmation process.
Construction Once construction begins, you are welcome to visit the project site or bring guests to observe your new home's progress. If you decide to change any features and design elements during the building process, let us know immediately. Our skilled craftsmen are very flexible and can usually deviate from the architectural plans without trouble.
Warranty Any well-built home should come with a promise of its quality, and every Harrington Custom Home is guaranteed, door-to-door for a full year. As a further assertion of our commitment to customer service, the home's structure carries a warranty for a full ten years. In some cases additional warranties may also apply.
Your New Home Building a new custom home is the biggest decision most people will ever make, but we feel it should also be one of the most enjoyable. That's why we strive to make the process as simple and straightforward as possible.
If you are looking to move into something right away, or if you'd simply prefer these choices were already made, Harrington Custom Homes has five distinctive models currently available at Grandview Hills and Shepherd Mountain, two of Northwest Austin's premier exclusive communities.
For more information on these and other available homes in the Austin area, contact Mary Ann Valentino at 512.658.7632.
To learn more about designing your own custom home with Harrington Custom Homes, call 512.329.5558 or visit www.harringtoncustomhomes.com/statesman today.
