Question 1

How do I know if I'm ready to build a custom home?

Accepted Answer

If you have a general budget in mind, an idea of the area you'd like to live in, and a wishlist of what your home needs to do, you're ready to start a conversation. We'll walk you through the rest.

Question 2

Do I need to have a lot before we talk?

Accepted Answer

No. We help clients evaluate lots and can develop raw land, or match your plan to inventory we already have available.

Question 3

Can you work with a floor plan I already have?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. We often refine client-supplied plans for buildability, efficiency, and long-term livability before pricing.

Question 4

How long does a custom home take?

Accepted Answer

Most custom builds run 9–14 months from groundbreak, depending on scope, weather, and selections. Remodels vary from a few weeks to several months.

Question 5

How do you handle change orders?

Accepted Answer

Every change is documented in writing with cost and schedule impact before work proceeds. No surprises at close-out.

Question 6

What warranty do you offer?

Accepted Answer

New builds carry a one-year workmanship warranty in addition to manufacturer warranties. We stand behind what we build.

Question 7

What does it cost to build a custom home in Sioux Falls?

Accepted Answer

Pricing depends on size, site work, and finish level, but most of our custom builds land in a predictable range once the plan and selections are set. We price line-item, so you see exactly where the money goes instead of a single lump-sum guess.

Question 8

Who handles architectural drawings and permits?

Accepted Answer

We do. Our team coordinates the plan set, engineering, surveys, and every permit the city or county requires — you approve, we file.

Question 9

How many selections do I have to make?

Accepted Answer

Fewer than you fear. We schedule selections in stages — structural first, then finishes — and give you a curated starting point for each category so you're never staring at an infinite catalog.

Question 10

How do draws and payments work?

Accepted Answer

Payments follow completed milestones, coordinated with your lender's draw schedule. You never pay ahead of work that's actually in place.

Question 11

Will I get regular updates during the build?

Accepted Answer

Yes — weekly updates from one point of contact, plus site walks at the key milestones. You'll always know what happened last week and what's next.

Question 12

What happens at the final walkthrough?

Accepted Answer

We walk the home together, build a punch list, and show you how everything operates — mechanicals, shutoffs, and maintenance points. Punch items get finished before you're asked to sign off.

Question 13

Who do I call if something needs attention later?

Accepted Answer

The same team that built your home. Call 605.334.3217 or email info@builtbythurman.com and a real person responds — no ticket portal, no runaround.

Custom home builder FAQ — Sioux Falls, SD.

Getting Started

Design

Budget & Timeline

After Move-In

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