Having built tens of thousands of custom homes for satisfied customers, we’ve developed a tried-and-true approach to making your dream home a reality.
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Online Tools
Browse customizable house plans, take immersive 3D and virtual tours, and create a MySchumacher account to personalize plans and see detailed pricing.
Model Homes & Design Studio
Explore the latest design trends and get hands-on inspiration in our Model Homes and Design Studios—designed to spark ideas and simplify your homebuilding journey.
From rooftop to countertop, discover the details that reflect your style. Building a custom Schumacher home is easy, fun, and best experienced in person.
Design and Pricing Meeting
You won’t believe how much home you can get for your money until you sit with us for a free, no obligation design and pricing meeting. There's nothing like seeing your passion come to life, plus the comfort of finally knowing exactly what your custom home will cost to build.
With our patented pricing system—Front Door™, you’ll receive pictures, descriptions and the itemized prices of everything in your home-all organized, all on paper. No hidden costs or unwelcome surprises. We’ll answer questions you never even thought to ask.
With both national buying power and local expertise, we’re able to buy superior products at lower prices and offer them as included features—meaning you pay much less.
Construction Financing
Construction Financing Made Easy
Construction loans differ from traditional home loans, and not all lenders specialize in them. That’s why we work with preferred lenders who understand on-your-lot building—saving you time and money. We’ve also gathered helpful info to guide you through the process.
Get Pre-Approved
Pre-approval is the first step to understanding your budget and monthly payment comfort. Share basic financial details with a lender to see what you qualify for and start planning your custom home.
Schumacher Mortgage
Schumacher Mortgage LLC (NMLS #2101256), our affiliate, specializes in construction loans. We’re here to make the process smooth and stress-free—just like the rest of your custom home experience.
Let’s build your dream home with financing tailored to your goals.
Purchase Agreement
This step marks a significant milestone in your new home journey, and it’s an exciting time! By signing your purchase agreement, you're progressing past the design stages to the remainder of your homebuilding journey, providing you with clear expectations for what lies ahead.
Once the house plan has been selected and modified with finalized pricing, the next step is to sign documents. This locks in the current pricing to protect you from future price increases. Don’t worry, there is still time to make changes.
During the purchase agreement signing we will:
- Review your plan and confirm pricing
- Collect your deposit
- Sign your purchase agreement
Home Site Inspection
After your purchase agreement is complete, we’re excited to see the land you’ve chosen to build your dream home in-person. We will schedule your home site inspection where you will meet with your Construction Manager on the land.
At your homesite inspection, your Construction Manager will meet you at your site and walk the lot with you. During this time together, you will discuss the unique characteristics of your land including:
- Positioning your home how you want on your land
- Clearing and land preparation that may be required
- Figure out optimal driveway location
- Utility location and connections
- Talk about any grade and elevation changes
Personal Selections Meeting
From colors to flooring to countertops to cabinets, you will choose every last finish for your new custom home matching the decisions you made in your design and pricing meeting.
For most homeowners, the selections process is one of the most exciting steps in the journey. For others, it may feel somewhat overwhelming. No matter the situation, our team is ready to help you design the home of your dreams.
We invested in our design studios for our customers. Our design studios are where our customers’ inspiration plays out. They showcase all the latest styles and trends giving you a convenient one-stop-shop to make all your choices and see how they pair together.
Pre-Construction Meeting
You’re almost there. Now that your Homesite Inspection and Selections are done, it’s time to confirm everything is in order. The Pre-Construction meeting is the final meeting before the home building process officially begins.
During this time you will meet your building team. You will go item-by-item and room-by-room to make sure everything is exactly how you want it, and a careful review of your lot requirements.
Close on Your Loan
Now is the time to either close on your construction loan or establish your escrow account so permits can be obtained and then building can begin.
To prepare for the loan closing, your mortgage lender will make sure the necessary paperwork is signed. Once the numbers are finalized, the lender prepares the closing. After signing and receipt of funds, your title documents are official and recorded in the public record.
Construction
Building a custom home involves many steps and specialists. We handle all the complex details, so you don’t have to be the expert or project manager. From coordinating 100% of the construction to managing the entire process, we make it easy for you to enjoy the journey without the stress.
Once permits are secured from your local building jurisdiction, we schedule your groundbreaking—the exciting moment when your vision begins to take shape. Every Schumacher Home is built on-site, inspected regularly by both local officials and our Construction Managers to ensure it meets our high standards and specifications.
We walk through the home with you at each stage of construction, treating every project as if we were building it for our own family. You’ll receive consistent updates from your Construction Manager, your main point of contact, and enjoy open, two-way communication—by phone, email, or text—with the entire team supporting you every step of the way.
Move in
This is the moment you’ve been waiting for—move-in time. It’s time to take the keys to your dream home. Moving into a home built just for you is exciting.
Whether you’re a first-time homeowner or a seasoned one, you’ll be glad to know your Schumacher Homes warranty, coverage, and support are part of our service.
Every Schumacher home is backed by a Ten-Year Insured Transferable Structural Warranty. The guidelines to qualify for this warranty are so strict that only 1% of builders nationwide qualify to offer it.
Warranty Information
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1 Year Worksmanship Warranty
Covers the finish materials used in your new home—from roof shingles to bathroom tile, including kitchen cabinets, interior trim, and even the fireplace.
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2 Year Mechanical Systems Warranty
Covers the mechanical systems that power your home—including electrical, plumbing, and heating and cooling systems.
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10 Year Structural Warranty
Covers key load-bearing elements like footings, foundation, beams, and roof framing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a custom home?
If you’re looking for a brand new home, but haven’t been able to find the right one to fit your needs, you might want to consider building a custom home. Custom homes are brand new homes that are built and designed to a homeowner’s unique specifications.
How do i build a custom home on my lot?
If you’ve purchased your plot of land to build a custom home, Schumacher Homes makes it simple. There aren’t many things more satisfying than having the freedom to build and design a brand-new home on your very own plot of land, whether you just purchased it, are expanding on an existing lot, or recently inherited acreage from family. But where do you start? Working with us is one of the easiest and painless ways to go without hiring multiple contractors, worrying about site planning, or doing any of the construction yourself.
What advantages do new homes have over used houses?
First of all – no compromises! Every used house on the market is going to have something that’s just “not right” for you, something you have to settle for. With a fully customized home, every square foot is built exactly the way you want it. And includes everything you want, such as messy kitchens, open floor plans, a huge pantry, or spa bathrooms – no compromises like with existing homes. Also, all of our homes are built with the latest energy efficient products that help to save money on your utility bills every month.
What is the new home construction process?
Every custom home build is a little different, depending on location and inspections. Once permits are in place, construction kicks off with site prep and the foundation, which supports the entire home.
Next comes framing—this forms the structure for walls, floors, and the roof. Then mechanical systems like plumbing, HVAC, and electrical are roughed in. After inspections, insulation goes in, followed by drywall.
Then it’s on to the fun stuff—trim, doors, cabinets, countertops, and paint. Flooring, fixtures, and final touches come last, ending with a full cleaning to get your home move-in ready.
Are your homes fully warrantied?
We offer the best new home warranty in the industry that includes a third party 10-year structural warranty. The guidelines to qualify for this insured warranty are so strict that only 1% of builders nationwide qualify to offer it. And we provide a full two years on the mechanicals.
How long does custom home construction take from start to finish?
The process of building your dream home depends on the size of the home and the location of the build. It typically can take about three to four months for the planning and design process, and then another four to seven months for the building stages. The majority of our homeowners are in their new homes within seven to ten months from start to finish. We have construction and design processes in place that have been tested and refined over the years to ensure work is on time, on budget, and meets the highest quality standards.
Is it better to build new versus buy an existing home?
Building a custom home can cost more upfront than buying an existing one, but over time, it often pays off. You get a home built with the latest materials, better energy efficiency, and no need for upgrades anytime soon, not to mention the peace of mind that comes with a warranty. The biggest advantage? It’s built for you. You choose the layout, finishes, and features to fit your lifestyle.
Older homes or spec builds were made for someone else, and renovations can be more stressful and expensive than they look on TV. And with a builder who has the experience of building of 23,000 custom homes, the process can be a whole lot easier than you might think.
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