Fixed-Price vs. Cost-Plus Contracts: Which Is Better When Building a Custom Home?
Josh McMahon October 15, 2025 New Construction Home Builders One of the most important decisions you’ll make when building a custom home happens before construction ever begins. It isn’t choosing a floor plan or selecting finishes. It’s understanding the construction contract you’ll sign with your builder. The type of contract affects your budget, your flexibility, […]
How to Choose the Right Custom Home Builder: The Complete Guide for Richmond, Goochland & Central Virginia Homeowners
Josh McMahon October 15, 2025 Custom Home Builder Choosing a custom home builder is one of the most important decisions you’ll make during your home building journey. The right builder can help you stay on budget, avoid costly mistakes, and make the experience enjoyable. The wrong builder can lead to unexpected costs, delays, poor communication, […]
How to Choose the Right Custom Home Builder: The Complete Guide for Virginia Homeowners (2026)
Josh McMahon October 15, 2025 Custom Home Builder Hiring the right custom homebuilder is one of the most important decisions when creating your dream home. In a city like Richmond, Virginia, where history blends beautifully with modern living, finding a builder who understands your vision — and can execute it — is key. Whether you dream of a […]
How Much Does it Cost to Build a Custom Home in Richmond, VA?
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Custom Home in Virginia? A Complete Pricing Guide (2026) Josh McMahon Custom Home Builder How Much Does It Cost to Build a Custom Home in Virginia? A Complete Pricing Guide (2026) One of the first questions every homeowner asks is, “How much does it cost to build […]
How to Choose a Reliable Custom Home Builder in Richmond, VA
Josh McMahon October 14, 2025 Custom Home Builder Building a custom home represents one of life’s most significant investments. Choosing the wrong home builder can lead to budget overruns, construction delays, and years of frustration. Richmond, Virginia, homeowners face unique challenges when selecting a custom home builder due to the area’s specific building codes, soil conditions, and […]
The Latest from New Construction Home Builders: Fall 2025 Market
Josh McMahon October 14, 2025 New Construction Home Builders The fall 2025 construction market presents both opportunities and challenges for new house builders. Rising material costs affect project budgets while declining interest rates create increased demand for newly built homes. These market conditions require strategic planning from experienced house builders to maintain profitability. We at McMahon Custom Homes monitor these market […]
Plumbing and Septic System Considerations for Rural Virginia Lots
Josh McMahon October 14, 2025 Custom Home Builder Building a house with septic systems on rural Virginia lots costs $12,000 to $45,000 additional beyond standard construction expenses. Rural lots require septic systems, well water, and extended utility connections that considerably impact total project costs. House building contractors must factor these rural considerations into project budgets from the […]