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Build a Custom Home in Texas - Frequently Asked Questions

March 17, 2026TMB Construction
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Building a custom home in Texas costs $150–$300+ per square foot and takes 8–14 months from land purchase to move-in. Permits are required through your county building department — such as Burnet County Development Services. TMB Construction manages all core work in-house across Burnet, Marble Falls, Liberty Hill, Georgetown, and the surrounding Hill Country region.

If you're researching how to build a custom home in Texas — especially in the Hill Country — you've probably run into a lot of conflicting information about costs, timelines, permits, and contractors. This FAQ resource was built specifically for property owners in Central Texas who want straight answers based on real, local experience. TMB Construction (formerly Torres Metal Buildings) has been building custom homes, barndominiums, and metal buildings across Burnet County and the Hill Country since 2017. We hold an A+ BBB rating, carry a 4.9-star Google rating across 47+ reviews, and are fully licensed and insured in Texas. Whether you're building on a raw lot off Ranch Road 1431 near Marble Falls or on a family tract outside Bertram, this guide covers the questions we hear most — from first-time builders and experienced landowners alike. For a free, no-pressure estimate on your project, call us at 830-289-3852.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Build a Custom Home in Texas FAQs

Custom home construction in Texas typically ranges from $150 to $300+ per square foot, depending on finish level, site conditions, and design complexity. In the Texas Hill Country — including Burnet, Marble Falls, and Horseshoe Bay — expect $175–$250 per square foot for a mid-range custom build with quality finishes. High-end builds with premium materials can exceed $300 per square foot. A 2,000 sq ft home might run $350,000–$500,000 all-in, including land prep, foundation, framing, mechanicals, and finishes. Site-specific factors like rocky terrain (common in Burnet County), distance from utilities, and slope all affect final cost. TMB Construction provides detailed, itemized estimates at no charge — call 830-289-3852 to schedule yours.

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TMB Construction offers free, no-pressure estimates for custom homes, barndominiums, and metal buildings across Burnet, Marble Falls, Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Horseshoe Bay, Leander, Bertram, Kingsland, and Lampasas. With 7+ years of local experience, an A+ BBB rating, and a 4.9-star Google reputation, we're the Hill Country's trusted design-build general contractor. Call Justin Torres and the TMB team today at 830-289-3852 — we're ready to walk your land, review your plans, and give you a straight answer on what your project will actually cost.

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