Hernando County, located on the west central coast of the state of Florida, includes cities and towns such as Brooksville, Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee, Ridge Manor, Ridge Manor West, Masaryktown, Bayport, Aripeka, Lake Lindsey and Hernando Beach, is a popular place to settle and buy a home. Covenant Homes is a custom home builder with decades of experience building in Hernando County.
Hernando County is included in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL Metropolitan Statistical Area. And is close to neighboring counties, such as Pasco, Pinellas and Hillsborough. It is home to freshwater rivers and springs, state forests and preserves and Gulf waters provide opportunities for many land and water adventures for residents and tourists. Covenant Homes is currently building in:
- Spring Hill
- Brooksville
- Weeki Wachee
- Hernando Beach
- Ridge Manor
Spring Hill, Weeki Wachee and other areas in Hernando County are growing communities for several reasons.
- It’s more economical to buy land and build homes in this area compared to many other parts of Florida.
- The state of Florida has no state income tax.
- This area offers good schools, from grade schools to universities.
- There’s a mild climate all year.
- Hernando County is close to nature and outdoor activities.
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The Benefits of Building a Custom Home in Hernando
When you’re ready to move into a new home, one of the first decisions you need to make is whether to buy a pre-built home or build a new home. While this is a matter of personal preferences, there are several advantages to having a new, custom home built.
- You can choose your lot. With a custom home, you are starting from scratch so you can choose a lot with the exact qualities you prefer. This may include factors such as privacy, sunlight, and views.
- You get to create your preferred floor plan. When you have a custom home built, you get to choose the layout, size, and style. You may have particular needs when it comes to the number and location of bedrooms, the kitchen, the garage, and other rooms and features you need. A custom home builder will work with you to create the exact floor plan that matches your family’s needs.
- Everything is new and up-to-date. With an older home, you may have outdated appliances and areas that need work. There may be issues with the foundation, roof, plumbing, electricity, or other house items. With a new home, you can be confident that everything is in new condition.
- Control the budget. While people sometimes assume that custom homes are costly, this doesn’t have to be the case. In fact, one advantage of a custom home is that you have complete control of the budget. You don’t have to pay for features you don’t need. You can choose the size, materials, size, and lot location. This gives you the freedom to work within your budget.
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Custom Home Build Process in Hernando County
From Dream Home to Move-In: What to Expect When Building with Covenant Homes
Step 1: Secure Financing with Confidence
The first step in building your custom home is getting pre-approved for a construction loan. We’ve partnered with trusted lenders who specialize in new construction financing. Need help connecting? We’ll be happy to guide you through it.
Step 2: Lot Evaluation & Site Prep
After your property contract is signed, our team performs a comprehensive site evaluation. We review everything from land grading and utilities to well/septic systems and county impact fees. These estimated costs are built into your total home price, and any unused portion is credited back to you upon completion.
Step 3: Pick or Personalize Your Floor Plan
You can choose from our carefully designed floor plans or bring your own ideas to the table. Minor layout changes are easy to accommodate, while major structural updates are handled through our custom home design process. We also offer exclusive floor plans not featured on the website – contact us for more information.
Step 4: Design & Planning Meeting
With financing and lot details confirmed, we’ll meet to review your build timeline and finalize your design selections. Choose your finishes, fixtures, cabinetry, flooring, and more – with expert guidance from our team. These meetings can be held via Zoom or in person for your convenience.
Step 5: Finalize Budget + Sign Contract
We provide a clear breakdown of costs and finalize your selections before signing the building contract. No hidden fees. No last-minute changes. Just a clear path to building your new home.
Step 6: Start Building Your Home
Construction begins once the contract is signed and permits are approved. Most builds take about 12 months, depending on your lot conditions and custom features. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way, so you always know what’s next.
Covenant Homes Is The Ideal Hernando County Home Builder
Covenant Homes has more than 30 years of custom home building experience. There are several characteristics that set us apart.
If you’re ready to make plans to have your dream custom home built in Hernando County, contact Covenant Homes today!
