FAQs
How much does it cost to build a new home in Eastern Idaho?
There is no standard price. For a typical home, you should plan on a budget of between $200 and $300 per square foot. This ultimately depends on what you put in your home, the size, type of construction, features, and building materials you choose.
How long does it take to design my custom home?
The custom home design process depends greatly on the complexity of the home and the number of revisions needed to get it just right. Once you give us the general ideas and specifications, we will tweak the design until it is just what you are looking for.
What if I need a lot to build my home on?
If you don’t already own the land you want to build your home on, we can help. We have access to licensed Realtors who can help you find the perfect lot to match your design and needs. Take advantage of our combined building and real estate experience.
How do I finance the construction of my new home?
Usually, a construction loan is used to finance the building of a new custom home. For these loans only interest is paid during the construction phase and is paid out in “draws” to the contractor periodically while construction is underway.
How long will it take to build my custom home from design to move-in?
Your timeline will be determined by many different factors. They include design time, building size, availability of materials and labor, weather conditions, type of construction, etc. Most projects will take between 10 and 18 months.
Is Lionhead Homes licensed and insured?
We have a contractor’s license(RCE-54791) issued by the State of Idaho, and we also carry the required insurance policies like liability and worker’s compensation. We would be happy to give you copies of license and insurance certificates.
Do I have to get permits to build my custom home?
Each town and county has its own requirements for permitting related to new construction or renovations. These can be based on size, type of construction and location. As your contractor, it is our responsibility to apply for these permits.
How do I get started building a custom home?
To get started, we would arrange a time for a consultation where we would ask you a bunch of questions, like your wants/needs, lifestyle, family size, and your must-have features. Next would be your budget and we are ready to begin.
In what areas do you build?
We can build anywhere in Idaho, but we focus on Eastern Idaho. This includes from Pocatello to Island Park, and from Swan Valley to Salmon. If the project is a good fit for us, we will travel across the State of Idaho to get it done.