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Custom Home Builders & Home Remodeling Contractors in Northeast PA

Custom Home Remodels and New Construction, Built by One Local Team

Locally owned custom home builders in Northeast PA, with in-house crews for design, construction, roofing, siding, and interior finish work.

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Custom Home Remodels and New Custom Homes From NEPA Builders

NEPA Builders is a team of custom home builders in Northeast PA with a second specialty in custom home remodels. Toby and Jason started the company to bring interior finish work and exterior construction under one roof, and that same approach still guides every project. Whether you need a custom home contractor to build from the ground up or a home remodeling contractor to rework the house you already own, our crew handles the design, permits, construction, and finishing work from start to finish.

We build and remodel homes across Lackawanna, Luzerne, Wayne, Wyoming, Susquehanna, Pike, and Monroe counties. Building a better Northeast is more than a tagline to us.

What is Custom Home Design?

Custom home design is the process of planning and building a new construction home around one client’s needs, style, and lifestyle. Production and spec homes come from a pre-set plan. A custom home does not. Every element, from the architectural style down to the trim profile, is chosen for the person who will live there.

This is the main reason homeowners hire a custom home contractor instead of buying from a development. You are not working around someone else’s floor plan or someone else’s finish selections. The lot, the layout, the materials, and the details all follow your vision and your budget.

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Spacious open-concept home design by NEPA Builders showcasing a modern staircase, elegant kitchen with a large island, and cozy seating area in Blakely

Custom Home Design Process

NEPA Builders follows a proven three-phase process that takes custom home projects from the first conversation to move-in day. The same process has worked for us as custom home builders in Northeast PA for years, and it keeps every project on schedule and on budget.

Phase 1: Design & Pre-Construction of Custom Home

The design phase starts with in-depth meetings between you and our design team to pin down the features you want, your budget, and your timeline. Our architects and designers then turn that vision into renderings, 3D models, construction drawings, and the rest of the documentation needed to build. Once the plans are final, we pull the permits and order materials so the crew can break ground without delay.

Phase 2: Custom Home Build

With designs approved, permits in hand, and materials on site, our construction crew breaks ground to build your new home to the agreed-upon plans. We keep a steady schedule, hold our crews to a high standard of craftsmanship, and stay in regular contact so you always know where the project stands. You are welcome on site to walk the progress and confirm the build matches what you expected.

Phase 3: Post-Build of Custom Home

The final phase covers finish work, cleanup, inspections, and a walkthrough with you before the keys change hands. We check every element against the plans and our own quality standards before calling the home complete. From interior trim to exterior grading, no detail gets skipped on a NEPA Builders custom home.

What Are Custom Home Remodels?

A custom home remodel updates, reworks, or adds onto a home you already own, and it is planned around how your family actually lives in the space. Home remodeling covers a wide range of work. On one end are cosmetic updates like new flooring or kitchen countertops. On the other are whole-home remodels that change the layout, flow, and function of the interior, along with additions that add square footage.

Many homeowners hire a custom home remodeler to bring an older house up to modern standards without giving up the location or the character they love. The right project can also raise resale value. Kitchens, bathrooms, primary suites, and finished basements tend to return the most, but the best place to start depends on your home and your priorities.

As a home remodeling contractor, NEPA Builders handles kitchen remodels, bathroom remodels, additions, garage conversions, whole-home remodels, and the roofing, siding, windows, and entry doors that often go along with them. Having both divisions in-house means one point of contact for the entire job.

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Home Renovation Process

NEPA Builders runs custom home remodels through the same three-phase process we use for new construction. A remodel has its own challenges, mainly working inside a home that is still occupied, so each phase is adjusted to keep the disruption low and the communication high.

Phase 1: Design & Pre-Construction of Home Renovations

We start by conducting a comprehensive on-site evaluation of the existing home while meeting with the client to clearly define the scope, vision, and goals for the renovation project. Our design team then begins creating renovation plans, specifying required materials, obtaining necessary permits, and handling any other pre-construction logistics. Clear upfront planning in this phase lays the foundation for a smooth, successful renovation.

Phase 2: Renovation Build

Once planning is completed, our skilled renovation team moves on-site to begin construction while prioritizing minimizing disruption to the existing home and owners’ daily routines as much as possible. With client communication and satisfaction as a top priority, we work efficiently while adhering to the highest quality standards throughout the project. Our team’s experience ensures quality craftsmanship with keen attention to detail.

Phase 3: Build & Remodel

The third and final phase focuses on finalizing the finishing touches on the newly renovated living spaces. This includes the construction of any home additions, finalizing all refinishing and updates like new flooring, countertops, etc., and a comprehensive cleanup of the job site. We complete a final walkthrough with the client and conduct quality checks before declaring that the renovation is complete.

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Custom Home Builders and Home Remodeling In Northeast Pennsylvania

Wayne County

  • Waymart
  • Sterling
  • Paupack
  • Honesdale
  • Lake Ariel
  • Scranton

Wyoming County

  • Tunkhannock
  • Factoryville
  • Lake Winola
  • Falls
  • Nicholson
  • Meshoppen

Susquehanna County

  • Montrose
  • New Milford
  • Lenox
  • Union Dale

Pike County

  • Newfoundland
  • Hemlock Farms
  • Lords Valley

Luzerne County

  • Pittston
  • Dallas
  • Harveys Lake
  • Bear Creek

Lackawanna County

  • Clarks Summit
  • Archbald
  • Dalton
  • La Plume
  • Waverly

Monroe County

  • Gouldsboro
  • Tobyhanna
  • Mt Pocono

Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Homes and Home Remodeling

Custom Home Design FAQs

The total timeline for a custom home build can vary significantly depending on factors such as the home’s size, complexity of the design, weather conditions, and any unforeseen delays. However, many custom home projects follow a 9-16 month timeline from initial planning through completion. At NEPA Builders, we work efficiently while maintaining our quality standards. The planning and permitting phase typically spans 2-4 months, while the actual construction phase averages 6-12 months, depending on the specific home.

There is no one-size-fits-all answer, as custom home costs can vary tremendously based on factors like square footage, amenities, materials, and complexity of the design. In general, though, custom homes do cost more upfront compared to production/spec homes of the same size. This is because every element is fully customized rather than a standard/basic spec build. The exact cost difference can range from 10-30% more for a custom home over a production home on average. However, the long-term benefits of a personalized, high-quality custom home often justify the incremental upfront cost for many buyers.

Absolutely, though, we highly recommend finalizing and locking in all design plans prior to starting construction to avoid potential delays and added costs. That said, we understand situations may arise where modifications are needed or desired even after breaking ground. Our team is flexible and will work to accommodate approved change orders and plan adjustments as reasonably as possible during the build process.

Home Remodeling FAQs

Any renovation work involving demolition, construction, dust, and noise will naturally create some level of disruption within the home. However, NEPA Builders takes great care to minimize the impact and mess as much as possible. We contain work areas, implement dust protection tactics, and schedule work to avoid major daily routine disruptions when feasible. Minor renovations generally have minimal disturbance, while larger whole-home remodels do require more intrusion but are still diligently managed.

Moving out is typically optional for minor renovations impacting just a room or two. However, for major renovations affecting a majority of the home’s living areas, moving out can make life much easier during the project duration. This eliminates issues like construction noise, dust, debris, lack of full kitchen/bathroom access, etc. Many clients opt to move out during extensive, whole-home renovations if feasible temporarily. We’re happy to discuss your specific scenario and offer a recommendation on whether moving out would minimize disruption.

Start by identifying the spaces most in need of renovation based on priorities like improved function/flow, addressing safety issues, increasing energy efficiency, etc. High-use areas like kitchens and bathrooms are also common priorities for renovations that boost day-to-day livability. Ultimately, which areas to focus on first depends on your specific home’s needs, areas of biggest pain points or desire for improvement, budget parameters, and your family’s unique priorities and lifestyle. We’re happy to evaluate your home and provide guidance.

Contact NEPA Builders for Custom Homes and Home Remodeling in Northeast PA

Whether your residential goals involve building an entirely new dream custom home or renovating your current house for improved modern living, NEPA Builders has proven expertise to bring your dream home to life. Our long-standing reputation is built on personalized service, clear communication, quality craftsmanship, and efficient project timelines. Contact NEPA Builders now to experience NEPA Builders’ unparalleled custom home and renovation services throughout Pennsylvania.

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