Fort Worth is considered the cultural capital of the Southwest with an eclectic mix of influences, many of which are reflected in the distinct character of each section of the city.  In the Historic District, you’ll find a thriving performing arts scene along the red brick streets and late 19th century buildings, including the impressive Bass Performance Hall and the Water Gardens, an urban park in the postmodern style. Just north of downtown in the Stockyards National Historic District lies the Old West heritage of the city, with its twice-daily Texas longhorn cattle drive, Western saloons, and rodeo arenas.  

With the establishment of three renowned art museums designed by celebrated architects, Fort Worth has become one of the nation’s top art and architectural cities. It’s no surprise that this rich history and many architectural influences from Art Deco to Mediterranean to modern have inspired a diverse range of styles in Fort Worth homes.  Many of the best high-end builders in the city have been recognized for masterfully integrating art and functionality into gorgeous custom homes and estates.

In our list of the 15 best general contractors in Fort Worth, we selected the best builders that have demonstrated a high level of skill and expertise in their custom homes.  Many of these contractors have received various awards and recognition for their work, and have developed a strong reputation for quality, integrity, and client satisfaction in the Fort Worth area.

If you are thinking about doing a construction project, we recommend checking each builder’s license with the local licensing board, speaking to past clients, and using our bidding system to get competitive quotes from at least 3 contractors. Getting multiple bids is the best way to ensure you get a fair price and that bids include the complete scope of work.


15) Brooks Custom Homes

P.O. Box 101628, Fort Worth, TX 76185

Brooks Custom Homes takes an approach to home building that is dedicated to capturing timeless architecture without sacrificing modern amenities. Their goal is to capture the charm of timeless architecture without compromising on modern amenities and upgrades. Owner of the firm Douglas Brooks takes pride in having built a reputation based on honesty and integrity — one that is well-reflected in the many referrals from their satisfied customers.

They also provide customers with energy-efficient solutions that are carefully-integrated in their home design to maximize functionality without sacrificing a home’s architectural integrity. They mostly specialize in custom homes that are 4,000 square feet or more. Usually, they work on custom homes that range from $1 million up to $5 million.


14) John Askew Custom Homes

195 Angelina Drive, Aledo, TX 76008

John Askew Company is a full-service custom home builder in the Fort Worth area that was established in 1983. The company has over 30 years of experience and is regarded as one of the premier custom home builders in Tarrant and Parker Counties and builds homes in the most exclusive and private neighborhoods in North Texas.

John Askew Company was voted Best Builder in Fort Worth 3 out of the last 5 years, twice by Star Telegram readers and once by Fort Worth Magazine readers. John Askew also won 1st place in 9 of the 13 categories in the 2008 Kaleidoscope of Homes in Montserrat of Fort Worth, including Best of Show and People’s Choice.

Their custom home building services also offer multi-generational features where the home’s design plan is specifically tailored to each family’s current and future needs. With the help of the company’s expert design team, multi-generational homes offer customers functional and classic home designs for flexibility and convenience.


13) Fred Park Company, Inc.

4313 Frazier Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76115

For over 50 years, Fred Parker Company has been one of the most reputable residential design and building firms for custom homes in the Greater Fort Worth area. Founded in 1951, the company has won many accolades both locally and nationally. The owner, Fred Parker, has also received many awards including the 2006 Builder of the Year award by the Greater Fort Worth Builder Association and has been named as the 2004 Remodeler of the Year. He is also a long-time member of the Greater Fort Worth Builder Association.

Their timeless design and classic craftsmanship is not limited to a particular type but encompasses a wide range of styles, including Contemporary-Ranch, European Traditional, French Country, Georgian, Mediterranean, Spanish Revival, and more.


12) Sean Knight Custom Homes

109 S. Ranch House Rd. #107 Aledo, TX 76008

Sean Knight Custom Homes has long been recognized as one of the trusted custom home builders serving Fort Worth and its surrounding areas. Sean Knight, owner, and president of the firm has more than 25 years of experience in the industry and has been a Certified Master Builder and Remodeler since 1996. Throughout the years, the company has been dedicated to earning the trust and respect of their clients. The company has received various awards such as the 2010 Spring Tour of New Homes Grand Award and awards for Kaleidoscope of Homes in 2000 and 2008. They are also a member of the Fort Worth Builders Association.

Aside from building new custom homes, the company also offers home remodeling services in Possum Kingdom Lake, and Tarrant, Hood, Parker, and Johnson Counties.


11) David Lewis Builder

4204 Deering Dr. Fort Worth, TX 76114

Specializing in upscale custom home construction in Fort Worth, Dallas, and its surrounding areas, David Lewis Builder has built luxury homes that exude timelessness in architecture. The company believes in the importance of constructing homes that are built to last through the generations and incorporates green building practices that promote energy efficiency in many of their projects. The company uses high-quality sustainable materials in order to produce elegant masterpieces with impeccable structural integrity. Owner David Lewis has over 35 years of experience in the construction industry, where he developed a deep passion for building homes.

The company’s portfolio ranges from the period restoration of historic estates to new construction of sleek contemporary homes. David draws inspiration from Addison Mizner’s open Mediterranean layouts to Lake|Flato’s modern environmentally-integrated works.


10) Legacy Classic Homes

Legacy Classic Homes 5751 Kroger Drive Suite 126 Keller, TX 76244

After two decades in the custom home building industry, Steve Sagerson established Legacy Classic Homes, a custom home building company based in Keller. In order to give each home the attention that it deserves, the company focuses on a low-volume of projects. They work on a wide array of home designs, styles, and sizes to help buyers visualize their dream and turn it into reality. Their low-volume approach makes it possible for the company to embrace flexibility and customization, which they take very seriously.

They proudly serve customers throughout Fort Worth and Dallas. As a full-service home building company, they provide all aspects of the custom design-build process:  from land acquisition, planning, designing, and construction. The company also works on low-cost custom homes and offers various financing options.


9) Woodall Construction Services, L.L.C.

Burleson, TX 76028

Woodall Construction Services has made it their mission to deliver top quality custom homes that are suited accordingly to their client’s preference, standard, and lifestyle. James Woodall, the owner of Woodall Construction Services, has many years of experience in the home improvement business. Since 1993, he has helped people achieve the home of their dreams. The company’s focus is not just providing clients with customized living spaces, but also providing them with alternative energy sources that are sustainable.  They offer turnkey solar solutions for their clients and incorporate this alternative energy source seamlessly into their custom-built homes to ensure that the home’s design and functionality will come together as one.

Located in Burleson, the company serves customers throughout Fort Worth, Johnson, Tarrant, and Dallas counties. In addition to their custom home construction services, they also perform home, kitchen, and bathroom remodeling, as well as solar panel installation and upgrades.


8) J. Lambert Custom Homes

850 E State Hwy 114 #100 Southlake, TX 76092

As a Certified Master Builder and a member of the Certified Master Builder Corporation, J. Lambert Custom Homes has been recognized as one of the premier luxury custom home builders in Fort Worth and the surrounding communities. They began building homes ranging from $500k to $800K but were soon building homes worth more than $12 million. They specialize in a variety of styles such as French, Tuscan, Mediterranean, Colonial, Old world, and Castles. Jimmy Lambert’s 30 years of experience in the construction industry has helped him establish long-standing relationships with his clients.

Their custom homes range from 2,500 square feet up to 40,000 square feet depending on the customer’s preference. Their experienced team works closely with each client to ensure they deliver their dream home.


7) Boyd Custom Homes

7005 Winthorp Dr Arlington, TX 76001

Over the past 20 years, Boyd Custom Homes has been dedicated to delivering superior quality custom homes in the greater Dallas-Fort Worth area. Their highly experienced team works closely with each of their clients to build a home that is personalized and distinctive. As a Certified Master Builder, they have a long-standing reputation for quality designs and energy-efficient custom homes. President of the company Steve Boyd makes sure to give each project his personal attention from its conceptualization to its completion.

Though the company has their own subdivision sites, they also build custom homes on lots that are purchased by their clients. Their projects range from $350k to $4 million. They integrate the latest technology, finishes, and features into the home’s custom design to create a one-of-a-kind, high-performance luxury home for their client.


6) Braswell Homes

6387 Camp Bowie Boulevard Suite B, Fort Worth, TX 76116

Established in 2008, Braswell Homes is a custom home builder serving the Fort Worth community. In 2017, one of their projects, a 5, 300 square feet dream home named La Cantera, was featured in Fort Worth Magazine’s 2017 Fall Dream Home. Bryan Braswell, owner of the company, and his home which he built seven times has also been featured in Fort Worth Magazine.

Long before becoming an established home builder, Bryan worked on remodeling jobs from the early age of 18. Eventually, he started his own business and pursued his ambition to create custom homes that his customers will love and enjoy. One aspect that sets the company apart is that they strictly limit the number of projects they take on to ensure that they deliver the highest-quality homes.


5) Couto Homes

3200 E. Hwy 377 Granbury, TX 76049

Located in Granbury, Couto Homes serves Fort Worth and its surrounding areas as a custom home builder. The company is one of the Certified Master Builders in the state of Texas, earning the reputation as one of the most trusted custom home builders. Throughout the years, they have been featured in numerous publications such as the North American Builders, the spring 2015 issue of Modern Builder & Design, and Spectacular Kitchens of Texas. The company also received a  Guildmaster Award in 2015 for exceptional customer service.

Donny Couto, founder of Couto Homes, Inc., shares his father’s love of residential design and construction. Al Couto began building homes in the mid 1970’s. Donny began to follow in his footsteps in 2001, and for over 30 years, the core values of the company remain unchanged. Couto Homes continues to “raise the standard” and provide affordable quality homes for their clients. In addition to Fort Worth, they also build homes in Granbury, Aledo, Burleson, Cleburne, Glen Rose, Godley, Joshua, Mansfield, Stephenville, Weatherford, and Hudson Oaks.


4) Garabedian Properties

Post Office Box 93984 Southlake, TX 76092

Established in 1997, Garbedian Properties has been among the premier luxury home building companies serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. In their many years in the business, the company has received several accolades and recognition including the Graduate Master Builder of the Year by the National Association of Home Builders, the Greater DFW Spring Tour of New Homes™ award-winning builder for multiple years, Builder of the Year Keystones Builder 20 Club winner, and more. They are also a member of numerous associations such as the Graduate Master Builder Corporation, Builder 20 Program, Greater Fort Worth Builders Association, Texas Association of Builders, National Association of Home Builders, and Custom Builder USA.

Throughout the years, the company has completed numerous projects typically ranging from $750k to $10 million, for a collective value of over $100 million. Aside from designing and building custom homes, they also work on premium renovations, lifestyle enhancements, energy efficiency enhancements, storm and disaster recovery, and home care services. They also build custom homes and serve customers in the surrounding areas of the Northeast Tarrant County.


3) Simmons Estate Homes

3110 W. Southlake Blvd. Suite 100 Southlake, TX 76092

In the 25 years, Simmons Estate Homes has been in business, owner Scott Simmons has built a reputation for being one of the leading trendsetters for luxury homes throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area. For the company’s outstanding designs, they have received numerous awards such as the Luxury Home of the Year 2011 McSam Award: People’s Choice and Texas Association of Builders 2011 Awards. The company’s hands-on approach to conceptualization, planning, and construction is what sets them apart from other builders.

They also take pride in their “Green Built” homes that are specifically constructed for energy efficiency and water conservation. With Scott’s extensive background in architecture, the company successfully incorporates elegance and functionality in each design and construction. Working closely with their customers has also helped them establish a strong reputation for transparency and commitment.


2) Ferrier Custom Homes

5017 Byers Ave Fort Worth, TX 76107

Established in 2004, Ferrier Custom Homes has built a reputation for creating luxurious and energy-efficient custom homes. The company believes in sustainable building practices and incorporates these in every home and structure they build. Throughout the years, they have received numerous awards such as the National Association of Home Builders 2007 Green Builder Advocate of the Year, Energy Value Housing Awards 2005 to 2012, D Home Best Builders in Dallas in 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2016, among many others.

Don Ferrier, president of Ferrier Custom Homes, has long been passionate about constructing sustainable homes since the early 1980’s. For his great efforts in energy-efficient and sustainable construction techniques, he has been awarded the National Association of Home Builder’s Green Builder Advocate of the year. Ferrier Custom Homes works closely with their clients to integrate the latest green features to create their dream homes.


1) Bauhaus Custom Homes

1920 McKinney Avenue, 7th Floor Dallas, TX 75201

This Dallas-based custom home builder takes pride in constructing original architectural styles for modern residential homes throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Through unifying art, craft, and modern technology, Bauhaus’ team of experienced designers and construction specialists are able to create high-end, one-of-a-kind homes for their clients. With their commitment to architectural integrity and technological integration in each home design and construction, the company has been honored by D Home magazine from 2012 to 2017 for Best Builders and has received various awards including the 2013 Arc Awards for Architectural Design, the 2013 ARC Awards for Interior Design, the 2013 ARC Awards for Best Green Built Home, and the 2012 Arc Awards for Best Interior Design.

The company also employs green building practices in their custom and sustainable homes. Using cutting-edge green building techniques and high-quality materials, their projects are not only luxurious but are also energy-efficient.


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