August 22, 2025
Thinking about building a custom home in the Texas Hill Country?
Whether you’re drawn to the wide-open, rolling hill views of Marble Falls, the small town charm of Salado, or the convenience of the suburb of Liberty Hill, the process can feel overwhelming. That is until you have the right builder on your side. At Jace & Bowen Custom Builders, we simplify every step so your homebuilding journey is smooth, transparent, and enjoyable from day one.
Michael walks through each step here or continue reading below for a look at the key stages of building your dream home in Central Texas!
Step 1: Acquire a Lot in the Texas Hill Country
Before you can build, you need the right piece of land. From Burnet to Florence, selecting a lot that fits your lifestyle, topography needs, and budget is foundational to a successful build. We help you evaluate zoning, utility access, and layout to ensure your land is build-ready and your vision is achievable. A well-chosen lot not only saves time and money during construction, it also sets the stage for a home that feels perfectly placed for the way you want to live.
Step 2: Choose Your Builder: Call Jace & Bowen
Choosing your builder is just as important as choosing your lot, because building a custom home isn’t just a transaction. It’s a journey. And every great journey needs a trusted guide.
When you partner with Jace & Bowen Custom Builders you’re choosing more than just a contractor, you’re getting the actual owners of the company, Michael Reed and Alec Sanchez. We are seasoned professionals with nearly a decade of experience in the homebuilding industry. With deep roots in Central Texas and a passion for building homes that truly reflect our homeowners, we bring both technical expertise and personal care to every project.
We’ve walked hundreds of job sites and solved problems that most homeowners never even see. And we’ve built our business on one simple belief: that the process of building your dream home should be just as exceptional as the home itself.
At Jace & Bowen, we don’t believe in cookie-cutter service. We listen first, ask questions with your requests in mind, and walk alongside you every step of the way – from concept to keys. With a reputation for clear communication, honest timelines, and unmatched craftsmanship, our team makes sure you never feel overwhelmed or left in the dark.
We like to think we don’t just build houses, we’re building confidence, clarity, and trust. We’d love to start that process with you. 👉 Contact us here!
Step 3: Establish Your Budget with Expert Guidance and Secure Financing for Your Custom Build
Financing a new construction home in the Hill Country doesn’t have to be intimidating. We can connect you with trusted lenders experienced in construction loans. From pre-approval to closing, you’ll have the guidance, personal connections, and resources to move forward confidently.
After acquiring your financing, we work with you to build a realistic, detailed budget that fits your vision. From material selections to permit fees, we help you plan ahead and avoid surprises – so your home is completed on time and within scope.
Step 4: Sign Your Build Contract and Leave the Permits to Us!
Once plans and selections are finalized, we’ll sign a construction agreement and lock in your pricing and timeline. This isn’t just paperwork it’s the start of a true partnership built on trust, transparency, and shared vision. And don’t worry about the red tape. We handle all permitting and coordination with local authorities so your project stays on schedule.
Step 5: Schedule a Lot Consultation with Our Team
We’ll walk your property with you to evaluate sunlight, site placement, topography, access, and orientation. Whether you’re building in the flatter landscape of Liberty Hill or rolling hills in Lakeway, this on-site step ensures your home is positioned to maximize beauty, efficiency, and long-term value.
Step 6: Create or Customize Your Floor Plan
Already have blueprints? Great. Need help finding or modifying a plan? We do that too. At Jace & Bowen, we tailor your home design to your land, your lifestyle, and your goals – whether it’s a modern farmhouse in Burnet or a Tuscan estate in the Vineyard at Florence. Our team will guide you through every design decision, helping you maximize views, flow, and function. We believe your home should reflect the way you live, not just look good on paper and that starts with a plan built just for you.
Step 7: Design and Selections
We’ve partnered with Affinity Designs to guide you through the finish-out process with confidence and ease. From flooring to lighting to fixtures, every selection is made with your style, your lifestyle, and your budget in mind. As a Jace & Bowen client, you’ll receive five complimentary hours of professional design services through Affinity giving you expert support when it matters most. Whether you’re drawn to timeless Hill Country finishes or a more modern aesthetic, we make the design experience seamless, personalized, and stress-free so your home looks and feels exactly how you imagined.
Step 8: Pre-Construction Meeting and Breaking Ground
Before construction begins, we’ll meet with you for a thorough pre-construction meeting to walk through the entire building process, review the timeline, and ensure every detail is clear. Once everything is in place, we begin construction on your custom home. From the first foundation pour to the final finish work, our team approaches each phase with precision, pride, and a commitment to craftsmanship. We treat every home as if it were our own, using quality materials and skilled trades to bring your vision to life with care and excellence.
Step 9: Pre-Drywall Walkthrough
We’ll meet you on-site before drywall goes up so you can review framing, electrical, plumbing, and layout. This important checkpoint helps us ensure everything is exactly how you envisioned it.
Step 10: New Home Presentation…LET’S CELEBRATE!
The best part of the journey is finally here, receiving the keys to your brand new custom home. This is more than just a final walkthrough. It’s the culmination of months of dreaming, planning, and building. You’ve navigated each step, made countless decisions, and stayed the course and now, you get to walk through the finished result of your vision brought to life.
During this final presentation, we’ll go through every detail together, room by room, to ensure that everything meets your expectations. You’ll have the chance to ask questions, inspect finishes, and experience the full impact of what we’ve created together. Our goal is not just to hand over a house, it’s to deliver a home that feels like it was always meant to be yours.
At Jace & Bowen, we consider it an honor to be part of your story. This is the chapter where you step into the life you’ve been planning for, and we’re proud to have helped make it happen. So take it all in. You’ve earned it. Welcome home.
Step 11: But Wait…There’s More! 30-Day Punch List Visit
After you’ve settled in, we’ll return for a 30-day post-move-in review to make any final tweaks and ensure everything is performing as expected. This is where we deliver on our promise of building a lasting relationship. Call us, Text us, we are here for you!
Let’s Build Your Texas Hill Country Dream Home
We build in many areas surrounding and in Austin, TX. We have builds in Marble Falls, Lakeway, Lampasas, Burnet, and Florence, and we are excited to add yours to our books when you’re ready! We’re here to walk you through every step. At Jace & Bowen Custom Builders, we bring your vision to life with care, expertise, and Texas-sized heart.
We build the dream. You live it.
👉 Contact us today to schedule your free lot consultation or take the first step toward building your custom home in the Texas Hill Country.
