The lowest custom home bid often hides site costs that surface as change orders. Unified design-build keeps pricing honest by testing budgets during design, not after.

Lake Travis requires LCRA septic permits within 2,000 feet of the water; Lake LBJ relies on city and HOA approvals. A side-by-side comparison and checklist.

Slopes above 20% often require retaining walls and stepped foundations near Lake Travis. Start with site feasibility—not floor plans—to avoid budget surprises.