People often dream of having a custom home built. The idea of having a space created specifically to suit your own needs and preferences is very appealing. However, the process of having a custom home built is not always quite what buyers expect. There are a few things that are good to know before you start meeting with builders and moving ahead with your plans.

The builder and designer are not always the same company.

There are design-build companies that you can hire to handle the entire process, from designing the home to painting the walls. But you can also take the approach of hiring a designer, and then taking their designs to a custom home builder. Which approach is best? Well, it really depends on your preferences. Working with a design-build company tends to be more streamlined, but these companies often have limits as to how they will customize your design. If you want more unique features in your home or have a very specific dream you'd like to make a reality, then you may be better off hiring a separate designer and then hiring specialized builders to bring their plans to life.

The land you choose is so important.

Some people get so wrapped up in designing their custom homes that they forget to focus on where the home will be located. An otherwise perfect custom home can be a pain to live in if it is on a wetland, next to a smelly chicken farm, or an hour from your workplace. So, it is often best to find the perfect plot of land first, and then start working with professionals to build a home on that perfect land. This also allows your designer to customize the home to suit the land. For example, they may suggest a split-level if the property you buy has a hill.

The project may take longer than expected.

Builders will often give you a projected completion date, but it is not uncommon for them to finish after this deadline. Consider it a soft deadline, and plan for the home to be finished later than expected. There are so many things that can happen during the building process that your builder has no control over. Materials may be backordered. Permits may take weeks to be approved. Understand that your builder wants to finish on time as much as you do, but it's not always possible.

With the information above, you'll be in a better place to have your home custom-built. For more information, contact custom home builders.