Can I Include Unique Design Features In My Custom Home?

When you build a custom home, you can include almost any unique design feature you can envision. If you’re seeking custom features in your new home, partner with a skilled, experienced builder who can plan, design, and build gourmet kitchens with premium appliances, outdoor kitchens, spa-like bathrooms, install smart home technology, or add infinity pools, premium flooring, and custom lighting.

Custom Home Builders in Monterey County

Harrod Built’s streamlined design-build process has been refined over decades to make opening the door to your custom home as smooth as possible. Our concierge approach to homebuilding keeps you informed and empowered throughout every step of the home build process.

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Custom Home Construction

Building a custom home in Monterey County is a significant journey—and we’re here to be your trusted partner from start to finish. With personalized support, expert guidance, and a dedication to quality craftsmanship, we help bring your vision to life with precision and care.

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Remodels

We specialize in premium home remodels throughout Monterey County—delivering expert craftsmanship and personalized design tailored to your lifestyle. From modern kitchen and bathroom upgrades to full-home transformations, we bring lasting value to every project.

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Accessory Dwelling Units

We design and build high-quality ADUs in Monterey County—adding valuable space, flexibility, and lasting function to your property. Whether it’s a guest house, rental unit, or private retreat, we handle every detail from planning to completion with expert care.

Custom ADU Building

New Homes Design-Build

We offer streamlined design-build construction services in Monterey County, seamlessly integrating architectural design and construction under one roof. Our approach ensures clear communication, efficient workflows, and cost-effective, on-time project completion.

Design-Build Construction

Architectural Home Drafting

We turn your vision into detailed architectural plans that lay the foundation for your dream home in Monterey County. Our skilled drafters produce accurate, build-ready drawings that simplify permitting, budgeting, and construction—ensuring a smooth, efficient process from start to finish.

Architectural Drafting

Landscape Design

By partnering with our sister company, Paso Robles Landscaping, we create visually cohesive spaces in Monterey County—seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor elements to deliver a unified, beautifully integrated living experience.

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Reviews

Harrod Brothers are doing a great job in building and remodeling. They have been following in the footsteps of their dad who has a name in building quality homes for many years. If you want things done right and in a timely manner they are a good team for the project!

Doug Gordon

Harrod Home Construction is truly a great company. Every person we dealt with from start to finish was polite, professional, Efficient, excelled at their job and was genuinely good people. They cared about us as both people and clients! I definitely recommend using these guys on my next remodel! Thanks Chris & Michael!

Dylan Christenson

Michael and Chris were great to work with!! Very helpful through the process of building an ADU at our house. They were knowledgeable and responsive to our needs and asks. Would definitely use them again!!

Chris Boggs

Harrod’s Construction is solid. They communicate well, stick to their timelines, and don’t cut corners. Quality work, no surprise costs, and a crew that actually cares. If you want it done right, they’re the ones to call.

Roni Alvandi

Michael and Chris did an incredible remodel of my master bedroom and bath. They are reliable, hard working and insisted on quality detail. They were well worth the reasonable bid. I will hire them again

Nancy Walden

Harrod construction did a fabulous job on the work they did inside my home and outside my home. Their communication skills are absolutely the best. I would hire them again in a heartbeat.

Joan Walker

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Benefits of Custom Home Building in Monterey County

Whether you dream of custom windows that showcase your coastal views, or imagine yourself soaking in a new luxury bathroom with premium fixtures, Harrod Built custom home builders can accommodate your desires and make them a reality. Building your custom home in Monterey County allows you to select the precise upscale features that you’ve dreamed of.

Personalized Design Features for Custom Houses

The custom design features you choose will reflect your personal style and preferences in every corner of your house. Skilled builders know how to incorporate these unique features and seamlessly blend them with the architecture of your home. A hallmark of custom built houses is the details of each artisan’s workmanship and the use of hand-selected materials. From imported tile designs to floor-to-ceiling windows to custom stonework, homeowners appreciate the distinctive elements that a custom home builder delivers.

Luxury Custom Built Homes in Monterey County

When you plan to build a luxury custom-built home in Monterey County, you’ll collaborate with your custom house builder to create a one-of-a-kind home that incorporates the high-end materials and unique design elements you choose. The difference between building a luxury custom home and a home built with design-build services is the unparalleled quality and attention the builder and craftsmen take when building your custom home, and the added custom features. The result is the ideal custom home for you with refined elegance, comfort, and individuality.

FAQ

In Monterey County, the estimated time frame for custom home construction varies. Monterey's strict zoning laws and permitting process may impact your timeline and can take as long as 6 to 18 months. Site preparation and construction can last 12 to 24 months. Availability of materials and labor, as well as weather conditions, can extend the timeline. Experienced builders know how to deal with these challenges when they build custom built homes.

The cost of building a custom home depends on the complexity of the design, the level of customization, and construction materials used. Unlike standard traditional homes, using premium finishes and unique architectural elements as well as custom features often requires the skills of specialized craftsmen. Homeowners prefer custom homes because they meet their exact specifications, and quality is the builder’s top priority.

A building company with a proven track record of constructing custom homes can create a home to be exactly what you want. Verify they’re licensed to ensure their credibility. Look for a builder with a collaborative approach who listens to you. Review the builder’s quote, timeline, and payment schedule to prevent unexpected costs from developing. They should be transparent throughout the entire home building process. Ask for references from previous clients, view their completed homes, and notice the level of craftsmanship and detail. Above all, you should be able to trust your custom builder to create the home you have always envisioned.