FAQs
About Landmark
What areas does Landmark Builders serve?
Landmark serves the greater Sacramento area – including Granite Bay, Penryn, Auburn, Lincoln, Folsom, Newcastle, Fair Oaks, Orangevale, Carmichael, El Dorado Hills, Sacramento and surrounding communities.
What types of homes does Landmark build?
Landmark specializes in luxury custom homes, whole home remodels, additions and ADUs. Whether building from the ground up or transforming an existing home, our focus is creating a seamless build experience through a collaborative, professional, and highly organized process.
Who is the typical Landmark client?
The ideal Landmark client values the building experience and process on the way to their finished home. Our clients are collaborative, decisive, engaged, and willing to trust a proven team.
Services & Expertise
Can Landmark help with additions, ADUs, guest houses, etc.?
Yes. Landmark can help with additions, ADUs, guest houses, and other residential projects. We approach these projects with the same level of planning, pricing, and communication as a full custom home or remodel.
Can Landmark recommend architects and designers?
Landmark can always help connect clients with architects, designers, and other professionals who align with a project’s goals and the Landmark process. We believe the best projects are built by strong, collaborative teams, and we prefer to be involved early so we can provide feedback during design, budgeting, specifications, and planning.
Who should we call first?
We recommend contacting Landmark as early as possible in the planning process. While many homeowners start with an architect or designer, bringing the builder in early allows us to provide feedback on budget, schedule, HOA’s constructability, and project direction before the plans are too far along.
Land & Property Questions
Should I purchase a lot before contacting a builder?
If possible, it is helpful to speak with a builder before purchasing land. The Landmark team can help evaluate whether a lot is a good fit for your goals by assessing site conditions, utilities, budget impacts, location, and overall construction feasibility.
Can Landmark help evaluate a lot before I buy?
Landmark can walk the lot with you and help identify potential opportunities, challenges, and cost considerations before you purchase. This early involvement helps clients make more informed decisions and avoid surprises later in the process.
What should I know before purchasing land for a custom home?
Before purchasing land, it is important to understand that the lot itself can significantly impact budget, schedule and design. Things like utilities, grading, access, septic or sewer, fire requirements, drainage, easements, and setbacks can all affect the final cost and timeline. Landmark can help review these factors so you can move forward with more clarity and peace of mind.
Timeline & Planning
When should I contact a builder during the planning process?
The earlier, the better. Landmark prefers to be involved during the design and planning phase so we can help guide decisions around budget, schedule, specifications, and overall project direction. Early collaboration allows our team to make smarter decisions before construction begins.
How long does it take to build a custom home?
Every custom home timeline is different, but they typically range from 1-2 years. The overall schedule depends on the size and complexity of the home, the design and permitting process, site conditions, material selections, trade availability, and county requirements. Landmark’s process is designed to proactively manage scheduling, quality, budget, and communication from start to finish so that the construction timeline is as streamlined as possible.
What is the first step in working with Landmark?
The first step is an initial conversation to learn more about your project, goals, timeline, location, and budget expectations. From there, Landmark can help guide you through the next steps.
Budgeting & Investment
How much does it cost to build a custom home in the Sacramento region?
The cost to build a custom home varies based on location, site conditions, design, finishes, size, schedule and overall project scope. In the early planning stages, Landmark provides clients with high level ranges before using their proven pricing process to develop a more detailed and accurate understanding of cost before construction begins.
How does Landmark develop project budgets and estimates?
Landmark uses a proven pricing process focused on detail and accuracy. Instead of relying on rough estimating alone, we work with our trade partners to establish pricing in a high level of detail and accuracy. This helps clients make informed decisions before entering construction and reduces surprises during the build.
Construction & Communication
How does Landmark communicate during the project?
Landmark believes strong communication is one of the most important parts of a successful build. Our team uses BuilderTrend as the central communication platform for each project, allowing clients to follow progress, view updates, track selections, and stay connected with the project team throughout construction. In addition to BuilderTrend, our team proactively manages communication through regular client conversations, budget tracking meetings, trade partner updates, and ongoing project oversight. We operate with ownership, urgency, and accountability so clients feel informed and confident throughout the process.
How often will we receive project updates?
Clients can expect consistent communication with daily updates provided through the BuilderTrend platform. Our goal is to always keep clients informed, prepared, and confident as the project moves forward.
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