You asked, we answered.  

Imagine it: you are ready to undertake the custom home building project of your dreams. Perhaps your family is growing and you need more functional space for your lifestyle. Maybe you have decided your clan deserves a stunning beach-front property to escape from the chaos of daily life. Or now is the time to skip the city and build an elegantly rustic farmhouse with plenty of land to fulfill your dream home vision.  

Regardless of your mission for choosing custom, our South Tampa-based team at Alair Homes can help create your luxury living space from the ground up. Before you jump to laying the foundation, our experts share answers to the most common questions we get from those interested in building a luxury custom home: 

 

 

Picking a Builder  

The custom homebuilding process is a deeply rewarding and exciting endeavor, but it can quickly become stressful and overwhelming if key steps are overlooked. (We are builders. We like to be prepared.) Selecting the right people to help you make your vision a reality is arguably the most important step of the entire process. 

It is essential to work with a team of professionals who understand the ins-and-outs of construction and can guide you through the entire process with effective communication, positivity, and creative solutions to problems should they arise. A Project Manager you can count on, like any of our experts at Alair South Tampa, is the key to a successful and efficient luxury home build. 

When you are investing over a million dollars in your dream home, you want to make sure that you are fully comfortable with your design team. Interview who you plan to work with, ask for references and testimonials, and if possible, tour other properties they have built to get a sense of their attention to detail. 

 

What Are the Steps of the Custom Homebuilding Process? 

We discussed finding your dream team as a key step. The rest of the custom homebuilding process can be simplified into these overarching steps: 

 

  1. Pre-Construction

You and your team will come to the drawing board with your ideas to collaboratively design a home that fits your life and budget. 

Planning your project in detail is the most important step. Planning correctly includes design, engineering permitting, specifying and bidding the project, in that order. 

This step in the process can take a substantial amount of time as you wait to acquire the necessary information to get started with construction.  

 

  1. Construction

Without a doubt the most exciting stage in the process. All of the previous work you have done starts to pay off when your vision starts to manifest as reality. Together, we will make any final selections for finishes, paint colors, hardware, appliances and more.  

 

  1. Final Walk-Throughs

After construction and inspections are finished, you will complete a final walk-through with your family and Project Manager to ensure all is as agreed upon.  

 

  1. Move In, Enjoy for Years to Come

At long last, you will be able to enjoy the new custom-built home that you worked so hard and waited so patiently for. For some time after moving in, our team at Alair South Tampa will stay in close contact as you settle in and ensure your peace of mind with our quality of construction with a two-year warranty.  

  

You may never invest more than for your dream home.
Make sure that you are fully comfortable with your construction team.

 

How Long Does a Custom Home Take to Build? 

Like the cost of your custom home, the timeline of your build is difficult to predict without knowing your specific vision. We may be able to build a 3500 square foot home in just over 8 months while a 35,000 square foot estate may take years. 

To accurately predict the timeline for your custom home build, we need to know the following considerations: 

 

 

Keep in mind that the length of time to build your custom home also greatly depends on your builder’s organizational skills and the reliability of their subcontractors. This is why it is important to work with a reputable team like Alair South Tampa. Schedule your consultation with our award-winning home builders today. 

 

How Much Does a Custom Home Build Cost? 

As you may assume, this can be a difficult question to answer without a clear picture of your unique desires for your luxury custom home. Since every custom home is a prototype, construction costs will dramatically vary depending on a variety of factors such as: 

 

 

Fortunately, you have great control when it comes to the cost of your home as available materials come in a wide range of quality and costs.  

Our Alair Project Managers will help you select materials that are respectful of your price point and aesthetic. With our unique cost control approach, you have multiple subcontractors, suppliers, products, and features to choose from.  

Even for the most luxurious of designs, we have occasionally been known to give money back after your project is complete. You can celebrate your new abode with the best housewarming party ever or go on a fabulous holiday! 

 

Build a spectacular home that fits the needs of your entire family.
 and is built to last a lifetime – Living Better Starts Here™ 

 

How Can I Make Sure My Custom Home Build Project Goes Smoothly? 

When you plan to invest extensive time, money, and resources into a custom home, it is understandable that you want to have confidence in the process. Honestly, keeping your change orders to a minimum and trusting your builder to understand your vision are the two most important things you can do.  

Go with your instincts and be prepared to compromise where needed. With us, your Project Manager will also help you select suitable good-better-best options so we are prepared along the way should (okay, when) things change. We will introduce you to or partner with your chosen architect, engineer, and interior designers to guarantee that your home is properly designed and high-performing with longevity in mind.  

 

 

Live Better with Alair South Tampa 

Building a custom home is no small task, which is why you need the right team to help you. With our experienced team at Alair South Tampa on your side, you can build a spectacular Tampa Bay home that fits the needs of your entire family and is built to last a lifetime – Living Better Starts Here™ 

Complete your luxury custom home project with transparent communication, meticulous oversight, and superior attention to detail; schedule your project consultation today.