Services
Custom Home Builder in Fredericksburg & Central Virginia
A custom home should feel as though it could only belong to you — shaped by the property, the architecture and the way you want to live.
R.E. Horner Construction designs and builds distinctive custom homes throughout Central Virginia, guiding each project from early planning and site evaluation through construction and final completion.
Custom homes
Built around your land. Designed around your life.
True custom building begins long before construction. The property, architecture, layout, materials and level of finish should work together as one complete vision.
We help connect design decisions, site requirements, specifications and anticipated investment early in the process so the home can be planned thoughtfully from the beginning.
Your custom home may include.
- Site-responsive architectural planning
- Custom kitchens, primary suites and gathering spaces
- Home offices, guest spaces and multigenerational living
- Porches, terraces and outdoor living
- Attached or detached garages and workshops
- Site planning for access, utilities, drainage and views
- Plan review and land evaluation
- Energy-conscious building systems and materials
Designed for the Property
We consider views, access, topography, orientation, utilities and site conditions so the home feels intentionally placed rather than simply built on the land.
One Coordinated Team
Design development, structural planning, selections, permitting, site work and construction are coordinated through one experienced team.
Built with Intention
Architecture, materials, craftsmanship and long-term functionality are considered together so the finished home feels cohesive from the foundation to the final details.
Selected custom homes
Homes shaped by place, purpose and craftsmanship.
A clear design-build process.
The property influences the design and investment. We consider access, topography, utilities, septic and well requirements, setbacks, drainage, views and site preparation before plans are finalized.
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Step 01
Consultation & Site Review
We begin by discussing your goals, architectural preferences, property and anticipated investment. If you are still evaluating land, we can help identify site considerations before plans are finalized.
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Step 02
Planning & Design
We coordinate the information needed to develop the home around the property, including layout, architecture, site requirements, structural planning and key selections.
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Step 03
Scope & Proposal
As the project develops, we define the anticipated scope, specifications, selections, investment and next steps.
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Step 04
Construction
Our team coordinates permitting, site work, scheduling, trade partners and day-to-day construction while keeping you informed throughout the build.
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Step 05
Final Walkthrough & Handoff
Before completion, we review the finished home together, address final details and prepare the home for move-in.
Is a custom home the right fit for your project?
Our custom-home service is designed for clients seeking an individually planned, site-built residence and a collaborative approach from early planning through construction.
Each home is developed around the property, architecture and priorities of the client rather than a predetermined production plan.
If you value thoughtful planning, experienced project management and a home designed specifically for the way you want to live, we would welcome the opportunity to learn more about your project.
Project investment
A custom home begins with more than square footage.
The investment required to build a custom home is influenced by the property, site preparation, architecture, structural complexity, building systems, materials and level of finish.
We evaluate these factors together so design decisions and investment expectations can remain aligned as the project develops.
What influences investment
- The property and site preparation
- Architecture and structure
- Building systems
- Materials and cabinetry
- Level of finish
Each home is evaluated individually rather than by a cost per square foot.
What our clients say
What our clients say.
Brian Vaughan with R.E. Horner was wonderful working with. He sat down with us in his Locust Grove office. We went over the plans together. Brian understood the vision we had and made it happen. His craftsmanship is absolutely incredible. From start to finish he was on job site checking every detail.
After having a particularly unpleasant experience with another contractor, working with Brian was a breath of fresh air. In addition to building a workshop, we had a laundry list of other items to be done. Brian provided transparent pricing options so we could make informed choices, and during planning he offered cost effective solutions to meet our needs.
R.E. Horner’s team helped build our dream home. We changed a few things during the process and they made it happen.
Custom home FAQs
Frequently asked questions.
Answers to what homeowners ask us first about custom homes.
No. Involving a builder before purchasing property can be valuable because access, utilities, septic or well requirements, topography, setbacks and site preparation can significantly affect both the design and investment.
Potentially. We review the plans, property, specifications and project requirements to determine whether the documents are complete and appropriate for the site and intended scope.
Ideally, early. Builder involvement before plans are finalized allows site conditions, construction feasibility and anticipated investment to be considered while the design is still developing.
Topography, views, orientation, driveway access, utilities, septic and well requirements, drainage and setbacks can all influence where and how a home should be designed.
Yes. We can help identify construction-related considerations that may affect development of the property before you commit to a building lot.
Square footage is only one factor. Site development, architecture, structural requirements, building systems, materials, cabinetry, fixtures and level of finish all contribute to the overall project investment.
Very. A custom home is collaborative by nature. We work with you throughout planning and selections so the finished home reflects your priorities, architectural preferences and desired level of finish.
Build a home that belongs to you.
Tell us about your property, your vision and what you want your new home to make possible.
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