Your land. Your home. Our process.
Whether you’ve owned your land for years or just closed on it last week, we build custom homes on lots across the Greater Triangle — with a process that’s simple, transparent, and step-by-step so you always know what’s next.
Building a home should feel exciting — not overwhelming.
Too many people feel alone in the process. We don’t think it should be that way. From the first conversation to the day we hand you the keys, you’ll have a small team that knows your home, your land, and your timeline — and a builder who picks up the phone.
How it works
Three phases, no surprises. Every step has a clear next step.
Plan together
We start with a conversation — about your land, the home you’re picturing, and what timing makes sense. From there, we walk your lot, evaluate what’s possible, and help you find a floorplan that fits (or customize one of ours, or build fully custom).
- Discovery call — 15-30 minutes
- Lot evaluation & feasibility
- Floorplan selection or customization
Lock in the details
You get a clear, upfront proposal with every line item visible — no vague allowances, no surprises later. We handle the permits, finalize the design, and line up the build calendar so you know exactly when ground breaks.
- Transparent line-item proposal
- Design finalization & selections
- Permitting & site prep
Build it right
About five months of construction once permits clear. You’ll get regular updates and walkthroughs at every milestone, with our same small team from foundation to final inspection. We come back at the one-year mark for a nail-pop and touch-up visit — most builders have dropped this; we haven’t.
- ~5 months from permits to keys
- Weekly progress & milestone walkthroughs
- 1-year workmanship + 10-year structural warranty
One curated Hornet Standard finish.
We use the same trusted suppliers, materials, and craftspeople on every build — the result is a consistent, high-quality finish you can count on. No “good / better / best” tiers to navigate, no upcharge ladder. Pricing reflects what’s actually in the home.
See the full standard finish package in the Included Features document →
Sampling of what’s standard
- 2x4 framing throughout
- Architectural shingles
- Hardwood floors in living areas
- Tile floors in baths & laundry
- Quartz countertops
- Custom-built cabinetry
- Stainless appliances
- Trim & moulding packages
- LED lighting throughout
- Programmable HVAC
- Tankless gas water heater
- Crawl space (slab/basement available)
About your land…
Wherever you are in the process, there’s a next step for you.
Have a lot already?
Great. Send us the address (or a Google Maps link) along with anything you know about it — survey, soil report, deed restrictions, the works. We’ll walk it, check feasibility, and tell you straight whether it’s a fit for the home you have in mind.
Tell us about your lot →Still looking?
We can help you find buildable land across the Triangle through our MLS-powered land search — or, if you’d rather skip the search, we have lots available in two communities (Village of Old Spring Hope and Murphy’s Ridge) starting at $75,000.
Search land →Need a starting point for your home?
Browse 300+ floor plans you can build on your lot — or tell our AI matcher about your family and we’ll find your fit.
Explore Floorplans →Ready to talk through your build?
Set up a quick call. We’ll listen, ask a few questions, and tell you straight whether we’re the right fit for your project — no pressure either way.
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