Questions about building a custom home on your land in Texas? You're in the right place. In this episode of Tilson Live!, hosts Eric Allard (fourth-generation Tilson family) and Dawn Dantzler (VP of Marketing & Customer Experience) answer your most pressing questions about custom home building.
From septic systems and water wells to mold prevention, flood zones, and floor plan customization, no question is off the table. Whether you're in the early discovery phase or deep into the build-on-your-lot process, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you move forward with confidence.
Seminar Notes:
- 00:00 Intro Video
- 00:55 Introductions & Welcome
- 04:50 Topic Intro: Ask Us Anything!
- 06:48 Are Quartz Countertops & Soft-Close Drawers Included?
- 10:17 Can You Reuse an Existing Septic System?
- 13:27 Exploring Base Plans & Pricing
- 15:20 Why Tilson Doesn’t Price by Square Foot
- 19:27 How Tilson Helps Prevent Mold
- 24:57 The Casita | Tilson's Smallest Plan
- 25:15 Water Well Installations
- 31:03 Flood Zone Options to Raise a Home
- 33:55 Will Your Land Support Gravity Septic?
- 36:07 Use Out-of-State Home Equity?
- 39:10 Best Floor Plans for Your Land
- 41:28 Can You Build a Pool, Too?
- 42:40 How Proper Home Elevation Is Determined
- 47:35 Smart Home Orientation Tips to Consider
- 49:02 Does Tilson Build Barns?
- 50:13 Need Help With Tree Removal?
- 52:10 Why Families Love the Rockwall Floor Plan
- 53:07 Still Searching for the Right Land?
- 53:42 Wrap-Up & Goodbyes
