Louisville custom home / new construction questions, answered.
The 8 questions Louisville homeowners ask us most about custom home / new construction. Honest, Louisville-specific answers — not national averages.
01 How much does it cost to build a custom home in Louisville KY?
Mid-range custom home in Louisville: $200-$300 per sq ft. Premium (better materials, more complex design): $300-$450 per sq ft. Luxury: $450+ per sq ft. Land cost is separate.
02 How long does it take to build a custom home?
From breaking ground to move-in: 6-10 months for a typical 2,000-3,000 sq ft home. Add 2-4 months for design + permitting before breaking ground.
03 Do you handle the design, or do I need an architect?
Both. For simple custom homes we do in-house design. For more complex designs (multi-story, unique architecture, large footprint) we partner with two Louisville architects. We will recommend the right path.
04 What is the typical custom home size you build?
Most of our custom homes are 2,000-4,000 sq ft. We have done up to 6,000 sq ft. For homes under 1,500 sq ft we usually recommend a remodel or a barndominium instead.
05 Where do you build?
Within 45 minutes of Louisville Metro — Jefferson, Bullitt, Oldham, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble counties in KY, plus Floyd and Clark counties in IN.
06 Do you handle the land purchase?
No — we are the builder, not the developer. We will work with your land (whether you already own it or are buying from a developer). We coordinate soil testing, surveys, and site prep as part of the build.
07 What energy efficiency do you build to?
We meet or exceed KY residential code (currently IRC 2018). We can build to ENERGY STAR, NGBS Green, or DOE Zero Energy Ready Home standards as upgrades. Most of our custom homes include 2x6 exterior walls, R-21+ wall insulation, and high-efficiency HVAC.
08 What kind of warranty do you offer?
1-year fit-and-finish warranty on all work (industry standard). 2-year mechanical warranty (plumbing, electrical, HVAC). 10-year structural warranty through our insurance carrier.
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