Business Details
Custom Home Builder in Des Moines | Homes By Brill
For over 27 years, Homes By Brill has been a trusted custom home builder in the Des Moines area, prioritizing relationships as much as craftsmanship. Our commitment to quality begins with selecting subcontractors who share our values, ensuring every project reflects integrity and expertise. We guide clients through every stepfrom land selection and financing to design and constructionwith personalized attention and transparency. Our process emphasizes collaboration, keeping clients informed and involved in every decision to create homes that align with their lifestyle and budget.With a one-year warranty and ongoing support, we ensure long-term satisfaction, earning over half of our projects through client referrals. Recognized by Stratford Homes for our proven expertise, we remain dedicated to building not just homes, but lasting relationships rooted in trust and excellence.
Services
Custom Home Building
Land Finding
Financing Assistance
Construction Management
Subcontractor Coordination
Warranty Services
Rebate Processing
Highlights and features
- We offer 27+ years of experience in custom home building.
- Our team provides personalized, one-on-one client attention.
- We maintain transparent communication throughout the building process.
- We assist with custom financing packages to reduce costs.
- Our long-term subcontractor relationships ensure quality and efficiency.
What people say
Consummate professional
Felt like family
Great experience
Craftsmanship
Pleasure to work with
Services
Custom Home Building
We specialize in creating fully customized homes tailored to client preferences, from initial design to final walkthrough. Our process emphasizes collaboration, ensuring every detail aligns with your lifestyle and budget while maintaining superior craftsmanship and quality materials.
Land Finding
Our team assists in identifying and securing the ideal building lot, evaluating zoning regulations and covenants to ensure compatibility with your home plans. We streamline the land acquisition process to save time and avoid unexpected costs.
Financing Assistance
We connect clients with trusted lenders to arrange construction loans and long-term mortgages, minimizing financing costs. Our guidance ensures clarity on tax credits and loan structures, simplifying the financial aspects of home building.
Construction Management
We oversee every phase of construction, coordinating subcontractors and maintaining project timelines. Our hands-on approach guarantees quality control, proactive issue resolution, and continuous client updates for a seamless building experience.
Warranty Services
Homes By Brill provides a one-year warranty covering workmanship and materials, with assistance in managing extended warranties for appliances and systems. Our commitment to long-term client satisfaction ensures prompt resolution of any post-move-in concerns.
People
Don Brill
Owner
Don Brill has led Homes By Brill for over 27 years, building a reputation for integrity and client-focused service. His hands-on approach ensures every project meets exacting standards while fostering lasting relationships with clients and subcontractors alike.
Questions
What areas do you serve for custom home building?
We build custom homes in Des Moines and surrounding areas including Norwalk, West Des Moines, Ankeny, and Johnston.
How long does the custom home building process take?
Most projects take six months from start to finish, depending on design complexity and permitting timelines.
Do you offer financing assistance for custom homes?
Yes, we partner with lenders to provide construction loans and mortgage options tailored to your budget.
Can I use my own home design or floor plan?
Absolutely—we can adapt your existing plans or create a fully customized design to suit your needs.
What warranties are included with your homes?
We offer a one-year warranty covering workmanship, plus assistance with manufacturer warranties for appliances and systems.
How involved will I be during the construction process?
You’ll receive regular updates and have opportunities to review progress and make decisions throughout construction.
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Reviews (6)
Andrea Wyckoff
Jan 11, 2018
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From the start to the finish Mr. Brill was always up front and honest with the process. We were warned that most builders are a pain to work with, he was an absolute delight. We were even somewhat sad when the house was finished, he became part of our family. I would definitely build my next home with Mr. Brill. On a scale from 1-10 he is a 10, highly recommended.
Tyler Akins
Oct 14, 2017
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My wife and I just completed our first ever custom home build, and I must say that the experience was a good one. We were referred to Don by a co-worker of my wife's that said he was good to work with. He came as advertised. He was honest, upfront, and easy to work with. No question was a dumb question, and he explained everything in simple terms, which made the entire process easy for us. He was always accessible if we needed to call and ask questions, and his door was always open for a meeting if needed. Sure, some small issues came up, but that will happen with building a new home. Don was quick
Shannon Miller
Oct 03, 2017
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Although we ended up not building, Don made the decision VERY hard for us to choose otherwise. Everything and anything we needed he was right there with some advise and help, he bent over backwards to help us get to where we wanted to be. I would HIGHLY recommend Homes by Brill to any and everyone who wants to find their forever. 2 months into our house renovation I think Ive said why didnt we build with Don about 1000 times!
Laurie Besco
Jun 17, 2017
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We've been in our new home for just over a month now and we LOVE it!!! Don was our 3rd builder...meaning we tried with two other companies that assured us that they could build a house we could afford. After paying for blueprints, neither house was close to the cost we were originally given. With Don, we didn't have that issue. He was up front about all the potential costs. We also got more with our house plan from Don than we would have from the other two builders AND we paid less in the long run. We also appreciated that we didn't have to use the exact house plans that were initially shown to
Brandon Klinge
Sep 03, 2016
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I've been fortunate enough to work alongside Don Brill for nearly 20-years in the Des Moines area building industry and can unequivocally attest to his high moral and ethical character and vast and skillful knowledge of the home building process. It's an honor to play a part in producing a Homes by Brill project - an honor that always leads to a very satisfied homeowner.
Ashley Jo Powell
Jun 01, 2016
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Mary Jo K thinks homebuilding with Homes By Brill is Sooooo much fun because she is the Office Manager from Homes By Brill. She works 10 feet from the owner. How shady is that? The truth is these homes are garbage. Brill built our home and its falling apart. The owner knows better than you no matter how strange something seems or how many times youve done this in the past. Of course you dont need house wrap he said! Pictures of the mold and rot have been added to the images gallery. We have to replace the sheathing (rotted away), some insulation, the siding, and all of the stone
