Exploring Costs and Factors When Building Your Custom Home

Building a custom home is exciting, rewarding, and challenging. When planning your dream home, understanding the costs involved is critical. New Era Homes’ blog post offers an in-depth look at the expenses of building a custom home, differing greatly from semi-custom or spec homes, and will help you avoid any unwelcome surprises.

So, Are Custom Builds Cheaper?

The cost of a home is a significant stressor for everyone, regardless of the type of home they’re purchasing. Many people believe that custom homes are more expensive than production homes. This isn’t always the case.

What is a Semi Custom Home? (Answered)

In semi-custom homes, pre-existing floor plans are used to determine the design of the house. The builder usually owns the land on which these homes are built, but the client can choose features and sometimes request layout changes before construction begins. Additions to the home may include a new room, a bay, a garage, etc. As a result, these homes can be completed faster and for less money. 

Custom Home Ideas

Building a custom home unlocks your creativity and creates a design personalized to how you and your family want it to be. Your dream home can now become a reality. 

The Best Month to Build a House [Updated for 2025]

If you want to start building a house, you likely have many questions, including when the best time is to get started. Although it may seem like common sense to start building a house during the warmer months, spring is the most expensive season to begin construction. So…