Where do you build custom homes? Kurk Homes designs and builds fully custom homes on your land throughout Southeast and Central Texas. With a presence in Fredericksburg, College Station, Tomball, Huntsville, and New Braunfels, we serve homeowners within a 150-mile radius of our Tomball and New Braunfels offices. Our service areas include Greater Houston, Tomball, The Woodlands, Magnolia, Montgomery, Plantersville, Conroe, Huntsville, Bryan/College Station, Brenham, Chappell Hill, Bellville, and Galveston. In Central Texas and the Hill Country, we build in New Braunfels, San Antonio, Boerne, Fredericksburg, Kerrville, Comfort, Spring Branch, Canyon Lake, Austin, and surrounding communities. See Our Building Areas » Whether you own acreage, a homesite in a master-planned community, or a lot in a private or gated neighborhood, our team can help you design and build a home tailored to your property and lifestyle. As a third-generation, family-owned builder, we've built our reputation on providing a highly personalized experience. Our regional teams allow us to serve homeowners across a wide geographic area while maintaining the hands-on attention, accessibility, and relationships you'd expect from a boutique custom home builder. Can you help us find a property? Yes! While Kurk Homes specializes in building fully custom homes on our clients' land, we're happy to help you find the right property for your dream home. With one of our owners also holding a Texas real estate license, along with our established relationships with local real estate professionals and developers, we can help connect you with land opportunities throughout Southeast and Central Texas. We encourage homeowners to involve us before purchasing property. Our team can help evaluate potential homesites, identify site preparation and utility considerations, and provide guidance on how a property's unique characteristics may impact your home's design and overall investment. Whether you're looking for acreage, a homesite in a master-planned community, or a private lot, we're here to help you find the right place to build. Will you take care of the clearing of the land & landscaping? Yes! Kurk Homes can coordinate the site preparation and landscaping needed for your custom home. We begin with a complimentary site visit to evaluate your property, discuss your plans, and identify any necessary site work. Depending on your property, site preparation may include land clearing, grading, excavation, driveway access, underground utilities, propane tank installation, drainage considerations, and erosion control measures. We provide an estimate for the necessary site work, which is incorporated into your construction contract and managed by our team. We can also assist with coordinating landscaping and outdoor living features to complement your new home and property. How long have you been in business? Founded in 1989, Kurk Homes is a third-generation, family-owned custom home builder with more than 35 years of experience serving homeowners throughout Southeast and Central Texas. Over the decades, we've built hundreds of custom homes and lasting relationships with the families who call them home. Our reputation is built on quality craftsmanship, personal service, and a commitment to doing things the right way. We welcome you to explore our homeowner reviews and speak with past clients about their experience building with Kurk Homes. Does Kurk Homes offer a home warranty? Yes! Kurk Homes stands behind the quality and craftsmanship of every home we build. We provide a 20-year limited structural warranty, offering homeowners added peace of mind and long-term protection for their investment. Our commitment to quality extends well beyond move-in day, reflecting the care and attention we put into every custom home. Can you build from our plans? Yes! Whether you already have architectural plans or are starting from scratch, our team can help bring your vision to life. We can work with your existing plans or collaborate with you through our in-house architectural design team to create a fully custom home tailored to your lifestyle, property, and investment level. Looking for ideas? Explore Our Home Plans for Inspiration and discover possibilities for your own custom home. Are you open to home design customizations? What options and upgrades can I select? Yes! Kurk Homes is a 100% custom home builder, meaning your home is designed around your vision, lifestyle, and personal preferences. From floor plans and architectural details to cabinetry, fixtures, finishes, and specialty features, every aspect of your home can be tailored to you. Our in-house architectural and interior design teams guide you through the process, helping you explore options and make selections that complement your style and budget. And you're not limited to what you see in our Design Center. We work with a wide network of trusted suppliers and industry-leading brands to source materials and finishes that bring your vision to life. What if we don’t find a plan we like? That's the beauty of building a fully custom home! At Kurk Homes, you're never limited to a set collection of floor plans. Our existing plans are simply a starting point for inspiration. Our award-winning in-house architectural design team can modify an existing plan or create something entirely new from the ground up. We'll work closely with you to design a home that reflects your lifestyle, personal preferences, and the unique characteristics of your property. With architectural design, interior design, and construction all under one roof, we make the custom homebuilding experience seamless from the very beginning. How do I pick the materials or fixtures for my custom home? Our in-house interior design team will guide you through the selection process, helping you choose materials, finishes, and fixtures that reflect your personal style and complement your home's overall design. From cabinetry and countertops to flooring, tile, lighting, and plumbing fixtures, we'll help you make thoughtful, coordinated selections while keeping your budget in mind. You'll have access to our Design Centers, trusted suppliers, and industry-leading brands, with personalized guidance every step of the way. Our goal is to make the selection process enjoyable, organized, and tailored to you, ensuring every detail comes together beautifully. | How long does it take to build a custom home? At Kurk Homes, we understand the excitement of building your dream home and work diligently to keep your project moving efficiently without compromising quality or craftsmanship. The actual construction of a custom home typically takes approximately 12 months from the start of construction. Before construction begins, our preconstruction process generally takes 3–6 months and includes architectural design, interior selections, engineering, permitting, and final pricing. Every home and property is unique, and timelines may vary depending on the complexity of the design, permitting requirements, weather, and other factors. Our team will keep you informed throughout the process so you know what to expect every step of the way. Can we make changes to our custom home during the building process? Yes! We understand that ideas and preferences may evolve throughout the building process. While we encourage homeowners to finalize their selections during preconstruction, changes can be made during construction when feasible. Our team will walk you through any adjustments, including potential impacts on cost and scheduling, so you can make informed decisions. All changes are documented through our change order process to ensure clear communication and transparency every step of the way. Does Kurk Homes offer financing? While Kurk Homes does not provide in-house financing, we work with trusted lending partners who specialize in custom home construction loans. Our preferred lenders understand the unique financing needs of building a custom home and can help guide you through the process. You're also welcome to work with a lender of your choice. Our team is happy to coordinate with your lender to help make the financing and construction process as seamless as possible. How much does a custom home cost? At Kurk Homes, every home is uniquely designed and built around your vision, lifestyle, and property. Our custom homes typically start in the $700s and range into the multi-millions, depending on the size and complexity of the design, location, site conditions, architectural details, and level of interior finishes. Whether you're envisioning a thoughtfully designed family home or an expansive luxury estate, our team will work closely with you to establish a realistic budget and guide you through the design-build process. Contact us to discuss your vision and explore the possibilities for your custom home. What additional costs will I incur building on my lot, which are not included with Kurk Homes Standard Features? Every property is unique, and certain site-specific expenses may fall outside of Kurk Homes' standard features. Our team helps you identify and plan for these costs early in the process so there are fewer surprises along the way. Depending on your property, additional considerations may include: -
Site Preparation & Foundation: Land clearing, grading, soil conditions, elevation changes, drainage requirements, and any additional foundation engineering or preparation. -
Driveways & Property Access: Temporary construction roads, culverts, extended driveways, and other improvements needed to provide access to your homesite. -
Utilities & Infrastructure: Bringing water, electricity, gas, and other necessary utilities to your property, along with septic systems or other infrastructure where applicable. -
Permits & Community Requirements: City or county permits, HOA or architectural review approvals, impact fees, deposits, and other requirements specific to your property or neighborhood. -
Surveys & Engineering: Property surveys, elevation certificates, floodplain considerations, and any additional engineering required for your homesite. -
Landscaping & Outdoor Improvements: Landscaping, irrigation, fencing, and other exterior improvements beyond the scope of your home's construction contract. Before construction begins, our team will evaluate your property, discuss potential site-related expenses, and help establish a comprehensive budget that accounts for your home's design and unique site requirements. We encourage homeowners to involve us early, even before purchasing land, so we can help identify considerations that may impact the overall investment. Contact our team to discuss your property or schedule a site evaluation. How will the final price of my home be determined and when will we know? At Kurk Homes, every home is uniquely designed, and our pricing reflects that. We begin by discussing your vision, investment level, and priorities to develop preliminary pricing based on your home's size, architectural design, desired features, and property requirements. As we move through the design and preconstruction process, our team works with you to refine your plans, selections, and specifications to develop a detailed construction proposal. Certain items may include allowances, providing flexibility for selections that have not yet been finalized. Before construction begins, you'll have a clear understanding of your home's overall cost, what's included, and where allowances apply. Our goal is to provide thoughtful guidance and transparent pricing so you can make informed decisions with confidence. If a natural disaster occurs during the time my home is being built, such as a hurricane, and damages the construction/frame, what will happen? At Kurk Homes, protecting your investment is a priority. We maintain builder's risk insurance on our homes during construction to provide coverage for certain unexpected events, including covered storm damage and other natural disasters. In the event of damage, our team will assess the situation, coordinate with the insurance provider as applicable, and communicate any necessary repairs or adjustments to the construction schedule. Our goal is to restore progress safely and efficiently while maintaining the quality and craftsmanship you expect from Kurk Homes. What is the first step in building with Kurk Homes? The first step is simply a conversation! We begin by getting to know you, your vision for your new home, your desired location, and your anticipated investment level. Whether you already own land, are searching for the perfect homesite, or are just beginning to explore the possibilities, our team will guide you through the process. We'll discuss your goals, answer your questions, and walk you through what to expect during design, preconstruction, and construction. Let's Get Started! |
