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

Whited and Sons General Contractor, LLC
3.5(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

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"We hired Whited & Sons to build a room addition and are very pleased with his detail and professional workmanship. Mr. Whited accomodated our requests for this project and suggested alternative solutions that made this project even better. We have recieved great compliments from our friends and family, we will definately refer Whited & Sons. John & Penny"
Recommended by85%of homeowners
TimCo Builders
2.6(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Customers say: Quick response

"I have used Timco Builders three times now. The sliding glass door replacement was the last. Tim has always been prompt to appointments and dependable and highest quality of work. In addition to excellent work he was very considerate regarding my home. He was very neat in his work and cleaned up after the job was done, or he left for the night to return the following day. I have other things I am going to do in my home in the future and I will always hire Timco Builders."
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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J & M Custom Construction Inc
4.5(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Credit card accepted

"It went very well.  He was very detail oriented and there were no hidden costs.  The bathroom turned out even better than we imagined.  We were on vacation when he worked on the bathroom and when we came home our bathroom was nicer than the resort we were staying at!  He had a lot of great ideas and was willing to work with us on what we wanted.  The subcontractors that came in were great as well."
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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American Made Contractors
4.4(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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Warranties offered

"If you want quality workmanship, consistent and accurate communication, and honest bidding, Scott Padgett of American Made Contractors should be your contractor of choice for your next remodeling project. This is our second time working with Scott; our first project was small - repairing our cement front porch and then tiling it. Our front porch looks beautiful, thanks to Scott Padgett. When we decided to finish our basement, adding a full bathroom, bedroom, living and dining area and kitchenette, Scott Padgett was our first and only choice. As in our first experience, Scott's vision and talent, along with his professional and talented contractors, gave us a stunning addition to our home. If you are looking for a person you can trust to complete your next project, you should put your faith in Scott Padgett of American Made Contractors."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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A Right Way to Construct
4.4(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Orlando is very thorough in explaining the process and goes out of his way to make sure that the consumer gets the most bang for their buck. He keeps you informed throughout the entire process and explains the necessary steps. This part was very important to me as a home owner to know the process and steps being taken."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
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Serving Kettering, OH 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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Powerhouse General Contracting
4.6(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"James did a fantastic job on my crumbled concrete driveway. He made it a little wider and it looks great. The deal went very smoothly he did everything he said he would do. I would recommend him for sure. Very polite honest hard working man. Thank you for making my driveway beautiful & safe."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lifetime Contractors llc
5.0(
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Serving Kettering, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

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"Tariq was amazing from start to finish his professionalism and knowledge of our project went as smooth as possible and he also made it stress free I can’t wait to get my architectural drawings for my new apartment building in Clifton that is going to be full restoration they are going to be my one and only contractors from now on"
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Gold Star  Germantown, OH

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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

The average cost to renovate or remodel a home is $52,300, with most projects ranging from $19,500 to over $88,400. However, costs can vary significantly, from as low as $3,000 for a small project to $170,000 or more for a complete home remodel.

Several factors influence the total price, including:

  • Project Scope and Size: The extent of the renovations, whether it's a single room or the entire house.

  • Location: Geographic location affects labor and material costs.

  • Materials: The quality of materials chosen.

  • Room Type: Kitchen remodels ($14,500 - $70,000+) are generally more expensive than bedroom remodels ($1,500 - $5,500).

  • Other Factors: The time of year, complexity of the work, and any additions or expansions.

On a per-square-foot basis, you can expect to pay between $15 and $60 for standard projects and up to $150 for luxury renovations.

Examples of specific project costs include:

  • Basement remodel: ~$20,200

  • Garage remodel: ~$27,900

  • Loft conversion: ~$20,200

  • Disability accommodation remodel: ~$4,300

  • Major home repairs: ~$11,700

If you are financing the project, note that some loan programs, like the FHA 203(k), may require a minimum project cost (e.g., $5,000) and will necessitate a home appraisal and professional cost estimates. Using a home renovation cost estimator can also help you budget for your project.

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.

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

Green homes are often more expensive to build, averaging around $200 per square foot compared to the $150 per square foot you’d spend to build a standard home. However, green homes can save you money on your utility bills by consuming less energy or creating energy using solar panels or wind turbines on-site. They’re more expensive to build, but they often end up costing less in the long run.

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