Custom home building insights, guides, and news from North Georgia's family-owned, design-build custom home builder.https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/en-ushttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/lake-houses/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/lake-houses/A local guide to the North Georgia lakes you can build a lake house on, from Lake Arrowhead to Carters Lake, plus how we design and build custom lake homes.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/best-time-to-start-building-north-georgia/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/best-time-to-start-building-north-georgia/Most people ask how long building takes. The better question is when to start. Here's how to count backward from the date you want to be moved in.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/builder-markup-custom-homes/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/builder-markup-custom-homes/What does a custom home builder’s fee really cover? A straight answer on cost-plus vs. fixed price, fair markup ranges, and why the cheapest bid rarely is.Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/walkout-basement-homes-north-georgia/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/walkout-basement-homes-north-georgia/A finished walkout basement can add a whole second living level — in-law suite, media room, or rental — for less per square foot than the space upstairs.Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/choosing-a-custom-home-builder-featured-in-cherokee-tribune/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/choosing-a-custom-home-builder-featured-in-cherokee-tribune/We were recently featured in the Cherokee Tribune & Ledger-News — one of North Georgia's most trusted local publications — and we couldn't be more proud.Thu, 21 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/why-atlanta-families-are-moving-to-north-georgia/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/why-atlanta-families-are-moving-to-north-georgia/Remote work broke the commute anchor. A podcast episode on who is leaving Atlanta for Canton, Jasper, and Ellijay, and why so many build instead of buy.Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/precision-custom-home-builders-featured-in-the-cherokee-tribune-ledger-news/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/precision-custom-home-builders-featured-in-the-cherokee-tribune-ledger-news/The Cherokee Tribune profiled our family-owned custom home business in April 2026: founded in Canton in 2005, 250+ homes, and what custom really means.Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/our-pre-construction-process-what-happens-before-a-single-board-goes-up/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/our-pre-construction-process-what-happens-before-a-single-board-goes-up/Most people think building a custom home starts when the foundation gets poured. The truth? The most important work happens long before that.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/10-questions-to-ask-before-hiring-a-custom-home-builder/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/10-questions-to-ask-before-hiring-a-custom-home-builder/Choosing a custom home builder is one of the most important decisions you'll make in the entire building process.Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/building-on-a-sloped-lot-in-north-georgia/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/building-on-a-sloped-lot-in-north-georgia/Past 15% grade, site prep alone can run $20,000–$60,000 or more. Slope tiers, walkout vs. stepped vs. pier foundations, and what hillside site work costs.Mon, 16 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/how-to-choose-the-perfect-lot/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/how-to-choose-the-perfect-lot/Choosing a lot for your custom home in Georgia is one of the most consequential decisions you'll make — and it comes before you've drawn a single floor plan.Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/how-not-to-get-ripped-off-by-a-builder/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/how-not-to-get-ripped-off-by-a-builder/Never pay more than 10% upfront, get three bids, and hire your own inspector before drywall. Twelve ways to protect yourself when hiring a builder.Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/what-to-expect-when-building-a-custom-home-in-north-georgia/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/what-to-expect-when-building-a-custom-home-in-north-georgia/From first consultation to final walkthrough, the eight steps of a North Georgia custom home build: land, design, permitting, framing, and finishes.Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/why-builder-estimates-vary/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/why-builder-estimates-vary/A $625,000 bid is not $225,000 cheaper than an $850,000 one if it leaves out $150,000 of work. Why custom home builder estimates vary, and what to ask.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/kitchen-trends-2026/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/kitchen-trends-2026/The all-white kitchen is over. White oak and walnut cabinets, furniture-style islands, panel-ready appliances, and honed counters lead the 2026 trends.Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/sub-zero-temps/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/sub-zero-temps/Disconnect the garden hose, drip the farthest faucet, and open sink cabinets on exterior walls. A builder’s checklist for pipes, ice dams, and furnaces.Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/smart-home/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/smart-home/Starlink with cellular failover, a 26 kW propane generator plus battery storage, and security cameras: the smart home setup in 38 rural North Georgia homes.Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/north-georgia-outdoor-living/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/north-georgia-outdoor-living/Wraparound porches, outdoor kitchens, and floor-to-ceiling windows: how to design a custom home around North Georgia’s mountain and lake views.Tue, 16 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/design-build-vs-traditional-building/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/design-build-vs-traditional-building/Multi-level decks for sloped lots, low-E glass, local stone, and a design-build approach that keeps a North Georgia custom home on budget.Mon, 04 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/how-long-does-building-a-custom-home-really-take/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/how-long-does-building-a-custom-home-really-take/10 to 14 months from permit to keys, plus 2 to 4 months for design and permitting before that. A month-by-month look at a custom home build in North Georgia.Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/design-and-build/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/design-and-build/An online plan fits about 80% of your needs. Design with the builder who will build it: 3D walkthroughs before ground breaks, fewer costly site surprises.Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/designs-for-different-seasons/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/designs-for-different-seasons/When building a custom home in North Georgia, one of the most important things to plan for is our region's four distinct seasons of weather.Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/roofing-systems/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/roofing-systems/ZIP roofing replaces separate sheathing, underlayment, and weatherproofing with one sealed panel. What that means for leaks, energy bills, and labor costs.Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/energy-efficient-homes/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/energy-efficient-homes/Ten strategies for an energy-efficient new home, from orientation and passive solar design to high-SEER HVAC, ENERGY STAR appliances, and a sealed envelope.Thu, 04 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/erosion/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/erosion/Georgia's heavy rains can wash out slopes and undermine foundations. How grading, French drains, retaining walls, and rain gardens keep erosion at bay.Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/foundation-types/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/foundation-types/Slab costs least, a crawl space gives easier access to plumbing and HVAC, and a basement adds living space at a higher cost. How the three compare.Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/christmas-north-ga/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/christmas-north-ga/Looking for holiday lights in North Georgia? Dahlonega’s Old-Fashioned Christmas, Helen’s Christkindlmarkt, Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights, and more.Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/personalization/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/personalization/Build or buy? Five advantages a new custom home has over an existing one, from choosing every finish and fixture to picking the piece of land it sits on.Mon, 06 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/fall-activities/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/fall-activities/Fall in Cherokee, Pickens, Gilmer, and Dawson counties: apple orchards in Gilmer, Burt’s Farm pumpkins, Amicalola Falls foliage, and each county’s festival.Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/storm-preparedness/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/storm-preparedness/Eight ways to get your home ready for strong winds and heavy rain, from storm shutters and clean gutters to bracing the garage door and an emergency kit.Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/explore-cherokee-pickens-gilmer/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/explore-cherokee-pickens-gilmer/Blankets Creek trails, 729-foot Amicalola Falls, Cartecay River tubing and Sharp Mountain Vineyards — a local guide to Cherokee, Pickens and Gilmer counties.Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/modern-farmhouses/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/modern-farmhouses/The trend of farmhouse home design has gained popularity in recent years — blending rustic warmth with clean, modern simplicity.Wed, 12 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/modern-home-design/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/modern-home-design/Clean lines, open space, and a restrained palette. What defines modern and contemporary home design, and how it translates to a custom build in North Georgia.Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/choosing-a-custom-builder/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/choosing-a-custom-builder/Ask for references, confirm licensing and insurance, and insist on a detailed written estimate. Six things to check before hiring a custom home builder.Mon, 08 May 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/creating-your-dream-kitchen/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/creating-your-dream-kitchen/Start with the work triangle — sink, stove, and refrigerator — then layer in storage, lighting, and color. The four choices that make a custom kitchen work.Mon, 20 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/2023-color-of-the-year/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/2023-color-of-the-year/Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2023 is Viva Magenta. A color rooted in nature, it’s meant to signal strength, joy, and new beginnings.Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/2022-reviews-roundup/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/2022-reviews-roundup/Customer reviews from 2022, gathered from Google, Houzz, and Facebook — homes finished ahead of schedule, sturdy framing, and a team that stayed reachable.Mon, 09 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/houzz/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/houzz/Precision’s seventh Best of Houzz Service award, five stars across 35-plus client reviews by the end of 2022, and what three of those clients said.Wed, 04 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/freezing-temperatures/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/freezing-temperatures/Keep the house near 65 degrees, let faucets drip when it hits the teens, and know where your main shutoff is. A checklist for North Georgia hard freezes.Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/dawson-county/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/dawson-county/Amicalola Falls, Burt’s Farm, and the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame top Dawson County’s must-see list, from 600 steps up the falls to $12 museum tickets.Wed, 26 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/moving-tips/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/moving-tips/Use packing materials you already have Whether you’re moving across the country or just across town, moving can get expensive.Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/free-consults/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/free-consults/What will it cost, and can you build on that land? A free consult, ballpark estimate, and site visit during due diligence answer those first.Tue, 23 Aug 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/customlighting/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/customlighting/Light fixture ideas from recent Precision homes: entryway chandeliers, geometric statement pieces, recessed kitchen lighting, and lights over the island.Mon, 06 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/smarthometechnology/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/smarthometechnology/Smart home tech has had time to drop in price and improve. Here are the options worth wiring into a new custom home — lighting, locks, climate and security.Tue, 24 May 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/best-websites-for-energy-efficient-home-information/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/best-websites-for-energy-efficient-home-information/Where to read up on energy-efficient homes: Georgia Power’s savings programs, Conserve Energy Future, Green Home Guide, and our own 23-tip infographic.Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/organize-your-dream-kitchen/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/organize-your-dream-kitchen/The kitchen pantry often ends up being a cluttered catch-all for dry goods, cleaning supplies, and overflow kitchen tools.Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/unmatched-quality-and-attention/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/unmatched-quality-and-attention/How our quality assurance program works, and why attention to detail during the build decides whether a home still feels solid twenty years later.Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/spring-cleaning/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/spring-cleaning/With spring just around the corner, it’s a great time to get a head start on cleaning and maintenance projects for your home.Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/new-3d-home-tour/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/new-3d-home-tour/Eight full 3D home tours were live as of early 2022, including a new mountain home in Jasper. How to walk through, switch views, and measure a room on screen.Fri, 14 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMThttps://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/a-look-at-2021/https://precisioncustomhomebuilders.com/a-look-at-2021/A fifth straight Best of Houzz Service award, seven new photo galleries, drone and 3D home tours, and 24 blog posts: our 2021 year in review.Fri, 03 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT