Ready to Build a Custom Home on Your Land?
If you’ve been dreaming of creating a custom home on your own property but aren’t sure where to begin, Design Tech Homes can help. With over 27 years of experience, our trusted custom home building team uses proven construction techniques and a turnkey approach to bring your vision to life—start to finish. From conceptual design to final walkthrough, we handle every detail to ensure exceptional quality and peace of mind.
Let us turn your dream home into reality. Contact Design Tech Homes today to learn more about our custom home building services and discover how we can help you build the perfect residence on your land.
Selecting the Perfect Lot for Your Houston Home
When planning a custom home in Houston or the surrounding counties, choosing the right lot is just as important as the home’s design and construction. Crucial considerations include deed restrictions, site development costs, floodplain locations, utilities, and nearby amenities. By gathering this information and working with a trusted Houston home builder, you’ll ensure your property is perfectly suited to your lifestyle and long-term needs.
At Design Tech Homes, we specialize in build on your lot services throughout the Houston area, guiding you through every step of the lot selection and homebuilding process. Contact us today to learn how we can help you find the ideal location and create the home of your dreams.
When planning your new custom home, selecting the right homesite is just as crucial as its design and construction. Whether your lot is in Houston, Spring, Alvin, Conroe, Willis, Huntsville, Lake Livingston, or one of the nearby areas, gathering detailed information about the following factors will help you make the best decision:
- Deed Restrictions
Ensure local guidelines don’t limit your design or future renovations. - Site Development Costs
Budget for land clearing, foundation prep, and other potential expenses. - Flood Plain Locations
Avoid costly damage and high insurance rates by understanding flood risks. - Utilities
Confirm access to water, electricity, gas, and sewer systems before building. - Location & Amenities
Consider proximity to schools, shopping, medical facilities, and recreational areas.
At Design Tech, we specialize in build-on-your-lot construction and employ professional site managers who are experts in site evaluation. Their goal is to ensure that every aspect of your land is properly assessed for optimal home placement, maximizing both functionality and aesthetic appeal. From evaluating survey data to determining site clearing requirements, our team takes a comprehensive approach to preparing your property for construction.
When you partner with Design Tech, your dedicated site manager will visit your property with you and provide guidance on:
- Home Placement
Determining the ideal location for your new custom home. - Survey Evaluation
Reviewing boundary lines and topography. - Site Clearing Requirements
Identifying which areas need to be cleared or preserved. - Construction Access Options
Ensuring that builders and equipment can safely reach the site. - Topography-Related Issues
Addressing slopes, drainage, and other terrain concerns. - Soil & Foundation Information
Evaluating soil conditions for a stable foundation. - Utility Requirements
Verifying access to power, water, gas, and sewer lines.
By working closely with our experienced site managers, you can rest assured your build-on-your-lot project is in capable hands from day one. Contact Design Tech today to learn how our turnkey custom homebuilding process will transform your property into the home of your dreams.
Soil Testing by Geotechnical Engineers
When designing a custom home foundation, understanding your property’s unique soil conditions and topography is essential. Here at Design Tech, we rely on geotechnical engineers to assess your land’s soil composition, ensuring each foundation is crafted to withstand the distinct characteristics of your site. Because soil conditions vary widely, every foundation we build is tailored to deliver long-lasting structural integrity.
By investing in professional soil testing, you’ll have peace of mind knowing your new custom home is built on a solid foundation—safeguarding your investment for years to come. Contact us today to learn more about our build-on-your-lot services and how our geotechnical expertise guarantees a strong start to your dream home.
Permitting & Pre-Construction
Our turnkey approach ensures a seamless start to your custom home build. We manage all pre-construction tasks, including permits, site plans, and compliance requirements, as well as essential site work—such as septic design and installation, lot clearing, building pads, utilities, and water wells if needed—so you can focus on envisioning your new home. From permitting to architectural control, our experienced team handles every detail—making us your trusted partner for a stress-free building experience.
Ready to bring your dream home to life? Contact us today to learn more about our comprehensive build-on-your-lot services and discover how our expert pre-construction process sets the foundation for a successful project.
Have questions about building on land your own? Read our guide and FAQ’s below.
You can also read our recent blog post: 14 things you need to know when building on your lot in Texas, or register for an upcoming webinar.
Site Selection
Choosing your homesite is just as important as the design and construction of your new home.
Before construction begins, there are many aspects to consider. It doesn’t matter if your lot is in Houston,Spring,Alvin,Conroe, Willis, Huntsville, Lake Livingston or one of the nearby areas, in order to make the best decision for your home’s location, it is important that you gather as much information as possible about the following:
- Deed restrictions
- Subdivision infrastructure
- Site development costs
- Public or private streets
- Flood plain locations
- Utilities
- Driveways and roads
- Location and amenities
Site Evaluation & Planning
Specializing in build-on-your-lot construction, Design Tech employs professional site managers who are trained in site evaluation and development for your new home.
Your site manager will visit your property with you and then assist with:
- Placement of the home
- Survey evaluation
- Site clearing requirements
- Construction access options
- Topography-related issues
- Soil and foundation information
- Utility requirements
Your site manager will visit your property with you and then assist with:Your site manager will not only aid in the assessment of your land and property, but will also provide comprehensive solutions for building your home.
This is part of our site total project coordination and is our way of simplifying the home building process for you.
Soil Testing
Design Tech Homes constructs foundations that are engineered to meet the soil conditions and topography of your property.
Because of diverse soil conditions, what would be appropriate for a foundation in one location may be inadequate in another. Knowing the condition of your property is critical in designing the appropriate foundation for your new custom home.
Therefore, Design Tech Homes requires independent soil testing on each homesite. An independent licensed engineer reviews the foundation plans and certifies the type of foundation and design for your specific home and lot.
Professional engineers provide a detailed report on the condition of the soils, including its expansiveness, bearing capacity, and potential for shifting.
Since your foundation is one of the most important elements of your new custom home, we know you will appreciate the benefits of this service. It is another way we go above and beyond the standard practices of many homebuilders today.
Pre-construction Preparations
Before we begin building your Design Tech home, we can help you with all the pre-construction preparations for your project, including:
- Obtaining the necessary permits
- Setting up the septic system
- Drilling water lines and wells
- Demolishing existing structures
- Preparing the lot and driveways
- Architectural control approval
As a turnkey home builder, our project managers and office team are equipped and trained to handle all the necessary paperwork and permitting for your project.
Our goal is to keep your family free to do what you really want: dream about your new home and anticipate moving into it!
Have questions or want more information? Talk to one of our knowledgeable New Home Consultants at our Great Houston location:
Houston office: 281-355-1591, or visit our Houston MainStreet America showroom.
Included Assurances
We believe it’s important to instill confidence throughout the building process. Our Included Assurances demonstrate our commitment to Quality, Transparency and Construction Integrity.
We undergo 3rd-party SureBuilt™ inspections at 10 critical construction stages to ensure every home we build meets the highest quality, precision, safety, and compliance standards. This rigorous evaluation process guarantees that your new custom home is constructed with superior craftsmanship and unmatched attention to detail.
Ready to experience the Design Tech Homes difference? Contact us today to learn more about our build-on-your-lot services and commitment to excellence in every home we create.
While many builders only offer a 6-year structural warranty and stand behind mechanical systems for just 2 years, Design Tech Homes sets a higher standard. With nearly three decades of experience constructing exceptional custom homes, we provide:
- 20-year limited structural warranty
- 5-year warranty on plumbing and electrical systems
- 2-year warranty on HVAC, including a 2-year service maintenance agreement
- 12-year compressor warranty
- 20-year heat exchanger warranty
This industry-leading coverage reflects our unwavering commitment to craftsmanship and ensures every aspect of your new home meets the highest standards of quality and durability—giving you peace of mind for years to come.
Health is our top priority, which is why we build homes certified by Indoor airPLUS. By reducing allergens and other airborne pollutants, our superior indoor air quality solutions create a healthier living environment for you and your family. Experience the benefits of cleaner air and enhanced well-being when you choose an Indoor airPLUS-certified home.
Our properties are 100% inspected and certified by ENERGY STAR®, ensuring optimal energy efficiency at every stage of construction. By tailoring our energy-efficient designs to Texas climates, we help you save money on utility bills while reducing your environmental impact. Trust Design Tech Homes for a more comfortable, cost-effective living experience—all backed by ENERGY STAR® certification.