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J Francis Builders knows its homeowners. Ask any of them ! Going the extra mile is normal .Our open office policy makes us a magnet for our homeowners. Owned and operated by Greenville native Jimmy Francis, J Francis Builders continues to be the leading custom home builder in the Upstate. Everyone at J Francis Builders is dedicated to providing our homeowners with a positive building experience paralleled with producing a high quality energy efficient smart home. Our systems are proven including our ” pre build manual ” which takes all the unknown and stress out of the building experience. With over 20 years of experience, J Francis Builders have aligned ourselves to partner with the very best architects, engineers, designers, and skilled sub contractors. Ask anyone in Greenville and they will tell you J Francis Builders is known for its quality, consistency, and most important integrity.
Our clients will agree once you build with us you are considered family. Let us show you our unique and organized methods that we provide our clients to give them the complete comfort and confidence in all stages of the building process. We also differentiate ourselves by encouraging and offering the opportunity to all of our homeowners to meet with our skilled sub contractors to ask any questions.
Call us today. We look forward to talking with you about your upcoming project.
Must Haves When Building a New Home
Building a new home is an exciting adventure, but it can also be overwhelming. With so many decisions to make, it's easy to overlook important features that could make your home more comfortable, efficient, and functional. To help you make the most of your new...
What is Modern Farmhouse Style?
Modern farmhouse style has become increasingly popular in recent years, blending the warmth and coziness of traditional farmhouses with clean, modern lines and minimalistic design elements. This style is perfect for those who want a home that feels both rustic and...
Lake House Plans: Ideas for Building on Lake Keowee
There's nothing quite as magical as the tranquil repose a lakeside vacation home offers. But to fully experience this, you've got to pick the right place. Lake Keowee in South Carolina is a choice you will never regret. The privacy and stable weather are perfectly...
Don’t Miss Out on These Luxury Features for Your Custom Home
When you design a custom home, you get to add the features that you want in your house. Luxury features and high-end designs are the preferred choices for homeowners that want their house to stand out. Incorporating these extra features into your new home has...
Top 5 Reasons to Opt For Open Floor Plan Homes
Open floor plan homes have become more popular and, for many individuals, a requirement when it comes to buying a new home. An open floor plan refers to two or more traditional spaces such as the living room, and dining room joined together to form a much larger,...
10 Architectural Styles to Consider For Your Custom Home
Different house styles are created in different ways. In the US, we have a variety of styles, often influenced by home styles in the UK and Europe, and every style reflects trends, wealth, mood, and sometimes the era when it was designed and built. Every style...
Custom Home vs Spec Home: What’s the Difference?
Are you looking at various ways you can build your dream home? You'll generally run into the two ways to do this: custom homes and spec homes. Sure, they're both homes, but the main difference is how they are built. A custom home is made with the homeowner's wants...
14 Stages of Building a House
When it comes to custom home building, the heavy load of information may perplex you. Although it actually takes less time and work than you might think, especially if you’re working with professionals. With the right team, you're only a year (or less) away from...
Important Advice to Remember When Building a Waterfront Home
When most people try to picture their dream home, there’s always the hope for a wonderful view. A two-story home right by the water has always been so picturesque, especially if you imagine just lazily spending time outside and gazing into the water currents for...
How Long Does it Take to Build a House?
How long it takes to build a custom house depends on the homeowners preferences, the size and complexity, and the time of year. However, if everything goes according to plan, it will generally take anywhere from 7 to 16 months to build. Here is an example timeline...