How do I find a local home builder?

<div>One starting point to find a local home builder is to collect suggestions from friends and neighbors. However, it’s still wise to do some more research before you <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-tips-hire-builder-your-dream-home.htm">hire a builder</a>. Read reviews to supplement any word-of-mouth recommendations. Check sources like Angi that have standards and criteria in place to screen the pros it lists can also help you find more reputable local home builders.</div>

What are the pros and cons of building a house?

<div>The pros and cons or advantages and disadvantages of building a new house include:Pros:<ul><li>It’s all new, so you should have several years before you need to pay for major repairs like a new roof. </li><li>It’s under warranty, so many fixes within that warranty period should be covered.</li><li>You get to build the house to your specifications.</li></ul>Cons:<ul><li>You have to make a LOT of decisions.</li><li>You will almost certainly <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-deal-home-building-delays.htm">deal with building delays</a>.</li><li>It can take a lot of work to stay within your budget.</li><li>Building can be more expensive than buying an existing house.</li></ul></div>

Is it cheaper to buy a house or build a new one?

<div>Typically, it’s more affordable to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/building-vs-buying-house.htm">buy an existing home than it is to build a new one</a>. New construction loan interest rates tend to be higher than interest rates for traditional mortgages. Additionally, the cost of materials is likely higher when building a new home than it was when an existing home was built (unless it’s a very new one). You’re also paying for all new appliances, finishes, permits, inspections, and connections for water, gas, and electricity. </div>

What is the average price per square foot to build a house?

<div>The average price per square foot to build a house is about $150 per square foot. Overall, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-build-house.htm">cost to build a house</a> ranges anywhere from $100 to $500 per square foot, depending on where you build. The primary cost factors include location, size, and style of house you build.</div>

What questions should I ask a home builder?

<div>Hiring a contractor to build your home is a big commitment. So be sure to ask as many questions up front as possible. Here are a few questions to ask a prospective home builder:<ul><li>How many years of experience do you have?</li><li>Are you licensed, bonded, and insured?</li><li>Do you have worker’s compensation?</li><li>How long have you worked with your subcontractors?</li><li>How do you handle garbage and waste disposal?</li><li>Do you provide a guarantee or warranty on your work?</li><li>Do you give free estimates?</li><li>Do you offer design services?</li><li>How do you handle change orders?</li><li>Can you provide at least three references?</li><li>Can I see some of the work you’ve done?</li></ul></div>

Top 10 Best Home builders in Garland, TX

Integral Construction Solutions LLC

Integral Construction Solutions LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

32 local quotes requested

Quality- Attention to detail- Home Renovations of all types, Additions, Energy efficient Window & Doors- General Construction is what we do well, so you can hire one contractor for the whole project. We are people of integrity and it shows in how we deal with our customers. Our business is based upon the premise that customer satisfaction is our best advertising. Quality products and service are key to earning a potential customer's business. We do not charge for our estimates. We strive to give people several options to consider to be able to arrive at their best option. We work with only quality driven subcontractors who meet our exacting specifications.

"Great! Karl and his employees did a great job. I was very satisfied."

Marlee C on November 2024

Quality- Attention to detail- Home Renovations of all types, Additions, Energy efficient Window & Doors- General Construction is what we do well, so you can hire one contractor for the whole project. We are people of integrity and it shows in how we deal with our customers. Our business is based upon the premise that customer satisfaction is our best advertising. Quality products and service are key to earning a potential customer's business. We do not charge for our estimates. We strive to give people several options to consider to be able to arrive at their best option. We work with only quality driven subcontractors who meet our exacting specifications.

"Great! Karl and his employees did a great job. I was very satisfied."

Marlee C on November 2024

Underground Builders, LLC

Underground Builders, LLC

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

42 local quotes requested

Our professional and attentive team assist you step by step through the whole process. We take the worry out of planning, permitting, and selecting the most unique design for your home. No construction project is too small or too large. Our team of contractors will be able to go above and beyond you expectation.

"Best in the field! Very nice, kept me informed about progress and installation, did a beautiful job, and very reasonable. I highly recommend!"

Shelly N on December 2020

Our professional and attentive team assist you step by step through the whole process. We take the worry out of planning, permitting, and selecting the most unique design for your home. No construction project is too small or too large. Our team of contractors will be able to go above and beyond you expectation.

"Best in the field! Very nice, kept me informed about progress and installation, did a beautiful job, and very reasonable. I highly recommend!"

Shelly N on December 2020

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

39 local quotes requested

IC&J Construction is a family-owned company with over 37 years of experience. We pride ourselves in Honesty, Integrity, and Quality. We can oversee all projects from start to finish and fully concentrate on our clients project and act in your best interests. We take pride in helping you take your dreams from design to construction while always focusing on your complete satisfaction.

"Job went well. Ignacio and his team are reliable and do quality work."

Luke S on November 2023

IC&J Construction is a family-owned company with over 37 years of experience. We pride ourselves in Honesty, Integrity, and Quality. We can oversee all projects from start to finish and fully concentrate on our clients project and act in your best interests. We take pride in helping you take your dreams from design to construction while always focusing on your complete satisfaction.

"Job went well. Ignacio and his team are reliable and do quality work."

Luke S on November 2023

Hodges Construction Services

Hodges Construction Services

Customers say: Quality work

34 local quotes requested

31 years of experience

A full service custom home builder/remodeler/renovations. Additions, kitchens, baths, whole house renovations, and new construction. Accredited A+ by BBB. Recommended by Angi and Home Advisor. See reviews at Angi Leads. In business since 1994.

"I made multiple attempts to contact this company and never received the courtesy of a response. Perhaps my initial job was not big enough. I just purchased my home and have a multitude of updates I plan to do within the next year but wanted to start with interior painting with sheet rock repairs and install a French door that required cutting out the existing wall, framing in the door then painting the interior before moving on to replacing 900 sq feet of wood flooring. Phase two would be to update kitchen and bathrooms..... however, if I can't get a response for a "small" job then I can't trust a response for a big job."

Evelyne M on May 2023

A full service custom home builder/remodeler/renovations. Additions, kitchens, baths, whole house renovations, and new construction. Accredited A+ by BBB. Recommended by Angi and Home Advisor. See reviews at Angi Leads. In business since 1994.

"I made multiple attempts to contact this company and never received the courtesy of a response. Perhaps my initial job was not big enough. I just purchased my home and have a multitude of updates I plan to do within the next year but wanted to start with interior painting with sheet rock repairs and install a French door that required cutting out the existing wall, framing in the door then painting the interior before moving on to replacing 900 sq feet of wood flooring. Phase two would be to update kitchen and bathrooms..... however, if I can't get a response for a "small" job then I can't trust a response for a big job."

Evelyne M on May 2023

Metroplex Pro Builders

1202 E Arapaho Road #147

Metroplex Pro Builders

1202 E Arapaho Road #147

Customers say: Terrific value

216 local quotes requested

13 years of experience

At Metroplex Pro Builders, we specialize in creating personalized living spaces and enhancing property value through a range of comprehensive services tailored to your unique needs. From crafting custom room additions and seamless kitchen and bathroom remodeling to providing top-quality insulation and solar installation services, we ensure every project reflects a seamless blend of functionality, sustainability, and modern luxury. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation. Our team of seasoned professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that exceed expectations, emphasizing a personalized approach that fosters trust and transparency. We take pride in our ability to seamlessly integrate the latest industry trends and sustainable practices, ensuring your project not only meets but exceeds the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.

"They didn't go. That's the problem. It took two and a half months instead of two and a half weeks. Cuz I would never come over and do the job. And when you show off the work, nobody would show up, it was one person at a time and they weren't in the Uh, even in the orders, they needed to be in. You have to have electricians here to make sure everything is disconnected, if they don't disconnect it and turn off the power somebody could have gotten really hurt. Instead they left Live wires everywhere. The gentleman who said he was an electrician, did he? He, he would, he didn't do it correctly because he didn't put the wires in the condolence because he didn't know. That was part of Texas code if you don't go by cold, you're not a certified electrician. They just hired anybody off the street to come and do the job, that was it. They all were either, they were Hispanic in which it was very difficult for us to To talk to. And they just, they didn't even know Ruth who was the, um, Or just the project manager."

Lanelle M on June 2025

At Metroplex Pro Builders, we specialize in creating personalized living spaces and enhancing property value through a range of comprehensive services tailored to your unique needs. From crafting custom room additions and seamless kitchen and bathroom remodeling to providing top-quality insulation and solar installation services, we ensure every project reflects a seamless blend of functionality, sustainability, and modern luxury. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation. Our team of seasoned professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that exceed expectations, emphasizing a personalized approach that fosters trust and transparency. We take pride in our ability to seamlessly integrate the latest industry trends and sustainable practices, ensuring your project not only meets but exceeds the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.

"They didn't go. That's the problem. It took two and a half months instead of two and a half weeks. Cuz I would never come over and do the job. And when you show off the work, nobody would show up, it was one person at a time and they weren't in the Uh, even in the orders, they needed to be in. You have to have electricians here to make sure everything is disconnected, if they don't disconnect it and turn off the power somebody could have gotten really hurt. Instead they left Live wires everywhere. The gentleman who said he was an electrician, did he? He, he would, he didn't do it correctly because he didn't put the wires in the condolence because he didn't know. That was part of Texas code if you don't go by cold, you're not a certified electrician. They just hired anybody off the street to come and do the job, that was it. They all were either, they were Hispanic in which it was very difficult for us to To talk to. And they just, they didn't even know Ruth who was the, um, Or just the project manager."

Lanelle M on June 2025

Nolen Contracting

1592 Sugarberry Drive

1592 Sugarberry Drive

Customers say: Quality work

Recommended by 90% of Angi customers

39 local quotes requested

With over 20 years of experience and knowledge, we look forward to bringing your ideas to life. We offer the absolute finest in custom interior woodwork for your home. Our skills & expert craftsmanship will provide a stunning finishing touch to any of your projects. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work because we absolutely love what we do. Please reach out to us today so we can get started completing your project with absolute satisfaction! Call today for a free consultation!

"The lawn clean-up went well, he talked me out of removing the pool and deck. I bought fencing supplies and hard ware to replace privacy fencing. After the fence was done decided not to have the wall repaired at this time. I paid $3000 down another $5000 once the cleanup was underway when finished I was suppose to pay an additional $7000 but accidentally wrote it for $8000 the contractor did not correct me or say anything. I don't feel that the services provided were worth the money paid"

Karl P on May 2023

With over 20 years of experience and knowledge, we look forward to bringing your ideas to life. We offer the absolute finest in custom interior woodwork for your home. Our skills & expert craftsmanship will provide a stunning finishing touch to any of your projects. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work because we absolutely love what we do. Please reach out to us today so we can get started completing your project with absolute satisfaction! Call today for a free consultation!

"The lawn clean-up went well, he talked me out of removing the pool and deck. I bought fencing supplies and hard ware to replace privacy fencing. After the fence was done decided not to have the wall repaired at this time. I paid $3000 down another $5000 once the cleanup was underway when finished I was suppose to pay an additional $7000 but accidentally wrote it for $8000 the contractor did not correct me or say anything. I don't feel that the services provided were worth the money paid"

Karl P on May 2023

O'Brien Custom Home Designs

O'Brien Custom Home Designs

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

34 local quotes requested

Custom Home Designs - Award Winning Firm since 1953. While we NO longer build, we continue to design Custom Homes, Remodels and Additions, Barndominiums. 3-D renderings of inside and outside elevations. Video walk-thru available. Multable Awards & Past President of Builders Association.

"We had an amazing experience with Dave...we needed architectural drawings ASAP and found him via an Angi's inquiry. He got in touch right away, we set up a mtg for the next day at the site, talked through what we needed in the drawings, and he turned it around in less than 48 hours! I can't thank him enough. The package was perfect, he was communicative and reasonable. I highly recommend and would definitely use him again in the future."

Shama A on September 2024

Custom Home Designs - Award Winning Firm since 1953. While we NO longer build, we continue to design Custom Homes, Remodels and Additions, Barndominiums. 3-D renderings of inside and outside elevations. Video walk-thru available. Multable Awards & Past President of Builders Association.

"We had an amazing experience with Dave...we needed architectural drawings ASAP and found him via an Angi's inquiry. He got in touch right away, we set up a mtg for the next day at the site, talked through what we needed in the drawings, and he turned it around in less than 48 hours! I can't thank him enough. The package was perfect, he was communicative and reasonable. I highly recommend and would definitely use him again in the future."

Shama A on September 2024

Green Property Services

Green Property Services

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

64 local quotes requested

Our family business has been serving the Dallas/Ft. Worth area for over 38 years! We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service and guaranteed satisfaction at the best possible price. Our values include professionalism and timely work. Give us a call for projects of all sizes - from estates, starter homes, high rise condos, investment properties and retail locations and restaurants. We will personally help you every step of the way without delay! We would LOVE the opportunity to prove why we are one of Dallas's top general contractors!

"It went great. Johnny and his team did an excellent job. He replaced the wood I pointed out and he even found rotted wood I didn’t notice. He did not charge me extra for the extra work. I found Johnny to be very honest and professional. I would hire him again."

Sherryl S on May 2019

Our family business has been serving the Dallas/Ft. Worth area for over 38 years! We pride ourselves on providing exceptional service and guaranteed satisfaction at the best possible price. Our values include professionalism and timely work. Give us a call for projects of all sizes - from estates, starter homes, high rise condos, investment properties and retail locations and restaurants. We will personally help you every step of the way without delay! We would LOVE the opportunity to prove why we are one of Dallas's top general contractors!

"It went great. Johnny and his team did an excellent job. He replaced the wood I pointed out and he even found rotted wood I didn’t notice. He did not charge me extra for the extra work. I found Johnny to be very honest and professional. I would hire him again."

Sherryl S on May 2019

Innovative Projects & Design

Innovative Projects & Design

Customers say: Quality work

173 local quotes requested

11 years of experience

With years of professional experience, Innovative Projects and Design was founded in Dallas Texas, in 2014 by a woman with a vision. The goal is to become Community Developers to help relocate the lost & left behind. Understanding she had no experience in the industry she hired Veteran professionals that could teach her the game and help her help others. We have the expertise and skilled team that can build a house from the ground up. However, we choose to focus on Fences, Decks, Gazebos, Pavilion, Patio, Screen porches and more since COVID arrived and we are loving it book with us now. All of our builds are custom and from scratch

"Innovative Projects And Design (IPAD) installed a cedar 15 x 14 pergola. We will post final pictures once the poly carbonate cover and concrete coating is complete. They did a great job! Thank you IPAD."

Jerry P on May 2025

With years of professional experience, Innovative Projects and Design was founded in Dallas Texas, in 2014 by a woman with a vision. The goal is to become Community Developers to help relocate the lost & left behind. Understanding she had no experience in the industry she hired Veteran professionals that could teach her the game and help her help others. We have the expertise and skilled team that can build a house from the ground up. However, we choose to focus on Fences, Decks, Gazebos, Pavilion, Patio, Screen porches and more since COVID arrived and we are loving it book with us now. All of our builds are custom and from scratch

"Innovative Projects And Design (IPAD) installed a cedar 15 x 14 pergola. We will post final pictures once the poly carbonate cover and concrete coating is complete. They did a great job! Thank you IPAD."

Jerry P on May 2025

Evolution Drafting

1185 Utah Ave. Suite 107

1185 Utah Ave. Suite 107

Customers say: Terrific value

2998 local quotes requested

7 years of experience

Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.

"I experienced some frustration relating our design preferences long distance but eventually got what we needed. Staff were pleasant. Excellent value for the service provided and will definitely use again for simple, small to medium sized projects in the future."

Branden M on August 2025

Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.

"I experienced some frustration relating our design preferences long distance but eventually got what we needed. Staff were pleasant. Excellent value for the service provided and will definitely use again for simple, small to medium sized projects in the future."

Branden M on August 2025