North Georgia Home Models
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North Georgia Areas We Build In
Covenant Homes has been building custom homes for more than 30 years. We are currently building in North Georgia Counties – Habersham County, White County, Rabun County, Banks County and Stephens County. Listed below are some of the communities and towns we’re currently building in. This list is not exhaustive, though. If you already own a lot in North Georgia and you’d like to build a home on it, we can help.
Our Completed Homes in North Georgia
BUILD ON YOUR OWN LOT IN NORTH GEORGIA
Do You Own a Lot, Need a Lot or Want to View Our Available Lots?
Covenant Homes will not just build your dream home. We can also help you find your dream location. We specialize in building homes in Habersham, Rabun, Banks and Stephens Counties in North Georgia. We can work with you if you already own a home lot or help you find a lot to build on.
For help finding a lot, you can also contact Krista Bixler with Berkshire Hathaway at (678) 357-8642.
Benefits of Building a New Home
Why is it Better to Build Your Home?
Energy Efficiency
New homes are designed with energy-efficient features such as advanced insulation, high-efficiency HVAC systems, and energy-saving appliances. This can result in lower utility bills and a smaller environmental footprint compared to older homes.
Modern Design and Features
New homes offer contemporary design options, layouts, and amenities that cater to modern lifestyles. From open floor plans to smart home technology integration, new constructions provide the opportunity to customize and enjoy the latest trends in home design.
Warranty and Reduced Maintenance
New homes often come with warranties, providing peace of mind regarding major structural components and systems. Additionally, since everything is brand new, maintenance costs are typically lower in the initial years compared to older homes that may require immediate repairs or upgrades.
Customization Opportunities
Building a new home allows for greater customization. Buyers can work with builders to personalize floor plans, choose finishes, and tailor the home to meet specific preferences and needs. This level of customization is often challenging to achieve in older homes.
Resale Value
A new home typically has a higher initial resale value than an older home. The modern features, energy efficiency, and warranty can be attractive to future buyers, potentially resulting in a better return on investment.
Avoid Costly Basement Issues
Older homes often come with hidden headaches—like basement leaks. Over time, shifting soil, outdated materials, and natural wear can lead to water intrusion that requires expensive repairs and ongoing maintenance.
Modern Waterproofing for Long-Term Protection
Many homes built decades ago weren’t equipped with proper waterproofing systems. When you build a new custom home, you benefit from today’s advanced waterproofing techniques that help protect your foundation from moisture damage right from the start.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN A GEORGIA HOME BUILDER
If you’re seeking a Georgia custom home builder, make sure you select one who’s reliable and a good match for your needs. Here are some points to keep in mind as you search for a Georgia custom home builder.
Ask About the Builder’s Schedule
Some builders are too busy to take on new work but are reluctant to tell you this. Meet with the builder and make sure you get a clear timeline before you sign any contracts. Ask about lead times. You should know exactly how much time will elapse between the signing of the contract and the start of the project.
Get an Itemized Budget
Before you go into contract, find out exactly how much money will be allocated for appliances, flooring, lighting fixtures and other specific amenities and features.
Understand Allowance for Customizations
Is there a builder allowance for customizations? This is a budget that lets you customize certain aspects of your home. You might, for example, want to select a certain type of lighting fixtures, kitchen cabinets, a walk-in shower or other features.
Top Points to Consider When Building a New Home
Budget
You have to be clear about your budget. The average budget for a home in the North Georgia area is between $400-600K.
House Size
How much space do you need? Between 1,500 and 2,500 square feet of heated living space is typical, but you have to consider the size of your family, your lifestyle and any particular needs.
Home Design
You can find a design plan you like and submit it and make any minor changes needed. We also have an in-house designer who can design your home from scratch. If there’s an HOA you may need to get approval for the plans.
Build Lot and Land
Does the land meet your needs? The topography of the land is the first thing you have to consider before planning your home. Test the soil. The soil quality determines the kind of septic system you’ll need. A soil test is required for you to get a building permit. If the terrain is sloped, this will increase the foundation and labor costs. Some lots can support basements while others can’t. If electric or a water meter isn’t readily available utilities can cost extra.
Permits
The permit process differs by county. You typically need a home plan, site plan and soils survey for the septic permit. It also depends on when the area or subdivision was built. If it was built after 1999, an ECS (Erosion Control Survey) is often needed. This takes time to get approved and is an extra expense. After you get a septic permit and ECS survey approved, you can then get a building permit.
Client Testimonials
Immerse yourself in the stories of those who entrusted us to build their custom dream home.
