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Site & Vision
We walk the lot, discuss the lifestyle you're building for, and confirm budget and timeline are realistic.
Custom Home Builder
Build your dream home from foundation to finish. Architectural design, permitting, and full construction management — one team from concept to keys.
OVERVIEW
Schlickmann Construction designs and builds custom homes across Massachusetts. We integrate architectural design, structural engineering, mechanical systems, and finish craftsmanship into a single accountable team — so you have one partner from raw land to handed-over keys.
A custom home is a multi-year commitment between you, your architect, and your builder. Schlickmann Construction has built custom Colonials, Capes, contemporary, and Shingle-style homes on lots from one-third acre to 5+ acres across Andover, Reading, North Andover, Lexington, Concord, and Carlisle. We work directly with your architect and design team — or recommend trusted Massachusetts firms — and run the build from foundation to keys.
Our process: pre-construction (architect collaboration, value engineering, materials sourcing), site work (clearing, septic, utilities, foundation), framing, weatherization, mechanical rough-ins (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, low-voltage), insulation, drywall, exterior finish (siding, masonry, roofing), interior fit-out (cabinetry, tile, flooring, paint), and final inspection.
We're not a high-volume builder. We typically run 2-4 custom homes simultaneously, which means your superintendent is at your site weekly, your project manager knows every change order by heart, and Laion Schlickmann himself walks the site at every major milestone. That's the level of accountability you should expect when you're spending $1M+.
End-to-end scope — handled in-house.
- Pre-construction collaboration with architect
- Value engineering and cost optimization
- Site work (clearing, septic, utilities, drainage)
- Foundation (slab, crawl, full basement)
- Framing to architectural drawings
- Weatherization and house wrap
- Roofing (architectural shingle, cedar, metal, slate)
- Siding (clapboard, shingle, Hardie, masonry)
- Window and door packages (Marvin, Andersen, Pella)
- HVAC system design and install
- Electrical service and full wire
- Plumbing rough-in and finish
- Custom millwork and built-ins
- Tile, stone, and hardwood floors
- Final fixtures, paint, and walk-through
- Builder's risk insurance throughout build
- 2-year workmanship warranty + manufacturer warranties
What drives your investment
- Square footage and number of bedrooms/baths
- Architectural style and roofline complexity
- Site conditions (slope, septic, well)
- Finish level (production vs luxury vs estate)
- Custom millwork extent
- Smart-home and automation systems
- Outdoor scope (patio, pool, landscaping)
- Detached structures (garage, pool house)
First-tier specs & brands
- Engineered framing (LVL, I-joist)
- Hardie, cedar, brick, stone exteriors
- Marvin, Andersen, Pella windows
- Custom inset and Shaker cabinetry
- Hardwood (oak, maple, walnut), tile, stone floors
- Smart-home wiring and lighting controls
Custom Homes across Greater Boston.
Most of our Custom Homes projects come from these Massachusetts communities — click through for city-specific details.
OUR PROCESS
How We Deliver Custom Homes
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Design & Engineering
Architectural plans, structural engineering, energy model, septic design if needed, and a fixed-price construction contract.
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Permitting & Site
Building permit, conservation review if applicable, site clearing, foundation, and rough framing.
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Build to Move-In
MEP, insulation, drywall, exterior, interior finishes, landscaping, and a comprehensive walkthrough with full documentation.
FAQ
Common Questions About Custom Homes
We don't sell land directly, but we partner with local realtors and have ongoing relationships with land sellers in Stoneham, Reading, Andover, Lexington, and Concord. We can refer you to land that fits your scope and budget.
A spec/production builder offers limited floor plans and finish packages. A true custom-home builder (us) starts with your lifestyle and the lot, designs from scratch, and engineers everything around your needs — there's no "package" to upgrade from.
Design and permitting: 4–6 months. Construction: 8–12 months for a 3,000–4,500 sq ft home. Larger homes (5,000+ sq ft) or complex sites can run 14–18 months total.
Yes. We've delivered HERS-30 homes and have crew trained in Passive House detailing. Net-zero homes typically run 8–15% more in construction cost but pay back in 10–15 years through eliminated energy bills and Mass Save incentives.
Now Booking · Q2–Q3 2026
Ready to start your Custom Homes?
Pre-fill your Custom Homes request and we'll respond inside 4 business hours. Most consultations scheduled within 5 business days.
- 5.0 from 50+ Google reviews
- Licensed CSL-121587 · insured
- Firm budgets — no surprise change-orders
- 4-hour response on every inquiry