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Top-Rated Custom home builders in Flint - Updated Nov 2026

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James Hill
5.0(
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Serving Flint, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

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Customers say: Quick response

Thanks for choosing James Hill. James and his team are experts when it comes to residential and commercial construction. His reputation for quality work, responsiveness, and competitive pricing has been the primary factor in his success. James is committed to client satisfaction in which he serves the client from the developmental stages of a project to final completion.

Sylvan Shores
Sylvan Shores
Sylvan Shores
Sylvan Shores
Sylvan Shores

+32

Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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janke custom tile
5.0(
10
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Serving Flint, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

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Credit card accepted

"We had Janke Custom Tile completely remodel our master bathroom. Kevin and his team Kevin's and his team with and his pricing was very reasonable. They started and completed the job exactly unschedule. The workmanship was excellent. We're very pleased with a new master bathroom. I highly recommend Janke Custom Tile for any of your tiling projects."
Master bathroom remodel, walk in Custom tiled shower with heated floors
Flooring Sales/Installation/Repair Project
24”x48” polished porcelain wall tile shower installation
12”x24”Herringbone floor tile (bathroom floor)
3”x10” subway tile

+51

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C&O Construction & Remodeling LLC
4.8(
9
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Serving Flint, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"My wife and I are extremely happy with the fantastic remodeling work done to both of our bathrooms. We would definitely hire C & O again… and would recommend C & O to anyone needing remodeling work …..installed soaking tub….walk-in shower…..new fixtures….sinks… toilets …. Flooring ….ceramic shower and bath wall surrounds."
Painting - Interior Project
Finished Basement
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Painting - Interior Project
Finished Basement

+67

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,678
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Serving Flint, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Loay Jabbar provided the information I needed quickly and clearly. I immediately signed up for full coverages for our two homes because of the discounts offered and because of the quality of service that Loay is saying and promising Choice Home Warranty provides to its customers. I have bad experiences with other home warranty companies so I am hoping I found the best company that would deliver the best service."
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Clark Builders
4.3(
6
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Serving Flint, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Everything went great and we have no issues with anything And they also do plumbing electrical and other jobs on the side besides building And landscaping And Clark builder has a great crew Very very knowledge of their job They're great builders and they'll build you anything you want"
4 Season Addition
Home Renovating
House Addition
House Addition
Bathroom Renovation

+65

Response time5 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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New Star Construction Inc.
4.8(
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Serving Flint, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They showed up early and asked if they could go ahead and get started.  They did my roof in one day.  They cleaned up extremely well.  They guaranteed their work.  Made sure all the nails were picked up.  Had put tarp all around the house.  Removed all lawn ornaments and put them all back when they are done.  Did all the extras not necessarily asked for - went the extra mile that we really appreciated.  Their crew was absolutely wonderful, cordial.  Any questions we had they answered.  Brian, the Sales Manager, came out everyday to keep watch.  The experience was fabulous.  The owner even came out to see how things were going.  They worked with our insurance company and went over the house with them.  It would be a wonderful world if all companies had this work ethic.  I recommended them to my neighbors and 3 of them hired them."
Siding
Siding
Siding
New Metal Roof
Basement Wall Repair

+4

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elite Building Solutions
4.1(
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Serving Flint, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Actual installation took 1 day, but estimate, scheduling and final payment took almost 2 months. Gutter guards could not be installed as per factory instructions because of problems with existing drip rail, but were installed with modifications. New gutters tended to overflow where roof valley met gutter, but this was corrected later with the addition of valley splash shields. One unpleasant surprise was the subcontracting of gutter installation by a local company that we had had previous dealing with, who argued with us about desired modifications. However, Scott was very involved, and resolved all issues, including adjusting the price based on and quot;pain and sufferingand quot;. Scott was excellent and receptive to what we had to say, as well as being easy to get along with.
Suggestion to customers: specify work to be performed by their own crew, not sublet.


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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

Custom homes can take an average of 18 months to build, mainly due to the lengthy design process, and most projects take somewhere between 12 and 24 months. When you work with the right custom home builders near you, they can help you map the road ahead and understand what can speed up or delay the timeline. Choosing locally available materials, for example, can speed things up without losing that customized touch.

The most significant expense when building a barndominium is constructing the metal shell, which includes the roof, doors, and windows. Additional exterior components impacting the overall cost include metal siding and the concrete foundation.

It usually takes around four to six months to build and install a modular home, although your timeline could go up to around eight months if there are delays in the manufacturing or permitting process. Heavy site preparation and foundation pouring can extend that timeline if you need them, as can customizations you want for your modular home. Your modular home company should be able to provide an estimate for the construction timeline before you sign any contracts or agree to any work.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

Yes, you can finance new construction, though the process often requires a different type of loan than one for an existing property. There are several financing options available:

  • Construction-to-Permanent Loan: This is a common option where a single loan covers the building costs and then converts into a traditional mortgage once construction is complete and you move in.

  • Construction Loan (Stand-Alone): This type of loan provides funding only for the duration of the construction project. Once the house is built, you will need to pay the loan in full, typically by securing a separate, standard mortgage.

  • Builder Financing: Some custom homebuilders offer their own financing options, which may only require a down payment to begin the building process.

  • Bridge Loan: This can be a useful short-term loan to fund your new construction while you are in the process of selling your old home.

  • Home Equity Options: If you are building a second home, you might be able to use a home equity line of credit (HELOC) or a cash-out refinance on your current property.

It's also important to be aware that some lenders may have restrictions on financing for DIY house builds, so be sure to verify that you can secure financing before starting your project.

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