Bort Custom Homes

11/02/2026

Thinking about building a custom home or remodeling your current home in East Texas?

Bort Custom Homes has been helping homeowners throughout the region since 1994. Based in Longview, our family-owned company provides custom home design, construction, and major remodeling services in Tyler, Henderson, and surrounding communities.

With in-house design, realistic 3D renderings, and a cost-plus building approach, we'll help you explore your ideas and understand your investment before construction begins.

Learn more about our East Texas custom home building and remodeling services and see how we can help bring your plans to life.

https://bortdesign.com/custom-home-builder-remodeler-in-east-texas-bort-custom-homes

10/26/2026

Which custom home upgrades will make a meaningful difference after you move in? Our latest blog examines safe rooms, spray foam insulation, whole-home generators, and smart-home infrastructure for East Texas homes. Learn what each feature requires and why early planning gives your design and construction team more options.

See the full guide on our website ➜

https://bortdesign.com/blog/custom-home-features-that-are-worth-it-in-east-texas-bort-custom-homes

10/19/2026

Texas doesn't require a license to work as a home builder. Before you hire one in East Texas, ask about insurance, permits, pricing, and warranty coverage, and get every answer in writing. Our newest blog post walks through the exact questions you need to ask and why each one matters.

Check out the full guide on our website ➜

https://bortdesign.com/blog/questions-to-ask-a-custom-home-builder-in-east-texas-bort-custom-homes

10/12/2026

This Henderson custom home began with a design conversation. As the plans developed, the homeowners chose Bort Custom Homes to build it, too.

The stained spruce beams and alder woodwork are some of our favorite details. The homeowners made room for those finishes in their project budget, and our team helped them choose other products with that priority in mind.

See the finished home and read the story behind its design in our latest project spotlight ➜

https://bortdesign.com/project-spotlight-rustic-custom-home-in-henderson-tx-bort-custom-homes

10/07/2026

The front exterior of this modern farmhouse has become a favorite of our team. Its black-brick corners hold windows that wrap around the walls and bring natural light inside. During the build, we also found room for a usable loft beneath the roof.

See the finished home and learn how those details came together in our latest Project Spotlight ➜

https://bortdesign.com/project-spotlight-modern-farmhouse-in-marshall-tx-bort-custom-homes

09/30/2026

New Project Spotlight: A Lakeside Custom Home in Longview, Texas

This family wanted a home that would allow them to enjoy unobstructed views of the water while keeping a clear indoor-outdoor flow in the home. Not to mention, they wanted to be able to use their outdoor space year-round, protected from East Texas heat and bugs.

Check out the full story behind this project ➜

https://bortdesign.com/project-spotlight-lakeside-custom-home-in-longview-tx-bort-custom-homes

A family design-build firm in East Texas. We design your home in-house and build it with you, from first sketch to final walkthrough.

09/28/2026

How do you choose a custom home builder in East Texas?

Our latest blog covers licensing, insurance, references, and the difference between design-build and a traditional contractor.

Read the full guide on our website ➜
https://bortdesign.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-custom-home-builder-in-east-texas-bort-custom-homes

09/28/2026

If you're building a custom home in East Texas, there's a lot you need to keep track of. Site conditions, required permits, and utility hookups are just some of the items on your to-do list. Our latest guide gives you an essential checklist to help you keep your project on track.

Read the full post to see the complete list ➜

https://bortdesign.com/blog/how-to-choose-a-custom-home-builder-in-east-texas-bort-custom-homes-2

09/24/2026

How long does a large home remodel take in East Texas? Our latest blog covers what to expect at each stage and what can slow a project down.

➜ Read the full guide on our website.
https://bortdesign.com/blog/how-long-does-a-large-home-remodel-take-in-east-texas-bort-custom-homes

09/23/2026

When you're building a custom home, nothing is more important than working with a team you can trust. For over 30 years, Bort Custom Homes has been bringing dream homes to life for families across East Texas. We bring our experience and industry insight into every project, and we treat each home like it's our own.

Learn more about why people choose to work with us ➜

https://bortdesign.com/blog/why-east-texas-homeowners-choose-bort-custom-homes-for-their-custom-home-build-bort-custom-homes

A family design-build firm in East Texas. We design your home in-house and build it with you, from first sketch to final walkthrough.