Dusek & Powell Custom Builders Blog

White farmhouse exterior with a porch, front door, and wooden beams.
By Dusek and Powell January 25, 2026
At Dusek & Powell, we’ve seen firsthand how local knowledge, relationships, and accountability impact the building experience. Here’s why choosing a local builder matters more than most homeowners realize.
Front view of a two-story house with light-colored stone and a gray roof, set on green grass.
By Dusek and Powell January 25, 2026
Here’s a clear, step-by-step look at what a custom home builder does — and how we approach the process at Dusek & Powell Custom Builders.
Navigating Insurance: General Liability, Builders Risk, and Homeowners Insurance Demystified
December 19, 2025
As a homeowner in Texas, one of the essential aspects of safeguarding your investment and ensuring peace of mind is understanding various types of insurance coverage. Three critical policies that often come into play in the realm of home construction and ownership are...
Hardwood Floors vs. Tile Floors: Making the Right Flooring Choice for Your Home
December 19, 2025
The flooring you choose for your home is one of the most significant decisions you'll make as a homeowner. Both hardwood and tile floors offer unique advantages, and each has its own set of characteristics that can drastically impact the look, feel, and functionality...
Cost Per Square Foot
December 19, 2025
When embarking on the journey of building your dream custom home, one of the most common questions that arises is, "What is the price per square foot?" While this is a valid question, it's important to recognize that the answer isn't as straightforward as you might...