Custom Homes

No challenge is too difficult or too big. We specialize in constructing custom homes meticulously tailored to your design specifications, utilizing only the finest construction materials in existence.
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Custom Homes By EL Builders.

A custom home is just that.... custom built to fit your life.

A custom home is the dream of many families today. Your individuality can be expressed in a host of different ways in your new custom home, from colors to layout to specialized options. E.L. Builders is your choice for custom home craftsmanship in and around Pequot Lakes, Merrifield, Crosslake, Nisswa, and Brainerd, Minnesota.

Your Custom Home is You

Whether it’s the design, the space, the choices, the colors; every bit of your new home is pieces of you and your family. Building with E.L. Builders starts with the design and layout of your home and ends with the details specifically chosen by you to individualize your home to your needs and desires. Eric and our talented craftsmen can create anything you can imagine.

Working with a knowledgeable contractor can make the custom build process an exciting and harmonious venture that will make dreams into a home. Our team has a variety of skills and a wealth of experience in building custom homes that we put to work for you. No challenge or idea is beyond the realm of possibilities with E.L. Builders as your general contractor.

Get a custom home built by EL Builders
Get a custom home built by EL Builders
Get a custom home built by EL Builders

Beginning with the initial consultation, we want to hear your dreams for a custom home. Every custom home and set of ideas have a story that makes it special. When our team can hear and understand your unique story, it provides a greater stake in creating the custom home of your dreams. In other words, the better we know you, the better custom home we can build that matches or exceeds your expectations.

Custom Home Designs

E.L. Builders has several layouts that can be a starting point, or we are happy to bid something brought from your own architect. We can even take your rough plans to expert draftmen and architects with whom we partner to create the customized building plans needed. Asking the right questions and leveraging our years of experience will help guide your concept into reality with any custom home build.

Eric and our team have numerous custom projects under their belt, so they know how to walk with you through the entire process of designing and building a new custom home. And, our dedicated craftsmen are known for their superior construction processes and attention to detail, which are the hallmarks of a quality custom home.

When you desire to design and build a custom home anywhere in or around Pequot Lakes, Merrifield, Crosslake, Nisswa, and Brainerd, Minnesota, E.L. Builders is your custom home contractor of choice. As the 2017 MMBA Spring Home Tour “Best of Show” award winning team, we know custom homes and what it takes to create masterpiece homes that catch the eye and generate envy all up and down the block.

E.L. Builders is a licensed contractor, and as such, we are required to undergo yearly continuing education to ensure we are up-to-date with new and developing trends, codes, and practices. Our worksites are always organized and kept clean, for the safety of our team and the homeowner. This ensures a welcoming environment when you drop by to inspect our progress or ask questions. You can trust us as your creative partner when preparing to build your new custom home.

Call or contact us online today and let’s get started on your dreams!

Why A Custom Built House?

We have been a Northern Minnesota custom home builder that builds small, medium and large custom residential homes, lake homes, cottages and cabins since 2003. Eric Larson is not just another builder. He's built his business by providing quality craftsmanship along with helping his clients through the building process from start to finish.

Teaming up with one of Minnesota's custom home builders is important because it allows you to create the exact home you have always dreamed of. Working with a custom home builder allows you to have a hand in the design process, creating a home that is tailored to your specific needs and preferences. With a custom home builder, you are also able to ensure that your home is built to the highest quality standards. This helps to avoid costly repairs and rebuilding down the line. Additionally, custom home builders have access to the latest building techniques and materials, which can make your home more energy efficient, saving you money on energy bills.

Being one of Minnesota's preferred custom home builders is also important because we are experienced in local zoning regulations and codes, meaning that your home will be built to meet all applicable building requirements. This will help ensure that your home is up to code, safe, and able to pass any inspections. It is also important to hire EL Builders because we have access to the best subcontractors and materials, meaning that you can be assured that you are getting the highest quality product for your money. Working with us as your custom home builder is also valuable because we can provide you with a timeline for the project and keep you up to date on the progress, so you can make sure that your home is completed in a timely manner.

EL Builders also provides invaluable guidance throughout the entire process, helping you make informed decisions about the design and features of your home. We can also help you stay within your budget, while still creating the home of your dreams. All in all, hiring us as your custom home builder is important because it allows you to create the perfect home or cabin for you and your family, while ensuring that it is built to the highest standards and within your budget.

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