Penitas Custom Homes — Build on Your Lot
A custom home builder who serves western Hidalgo County. Caliche soil engineering, Hidalgo County permits handled, and fully custom designs on your lot. Licensed and insured.
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What Is Custom Home Building in Penitas, TX?
Custom home building is the process of designing and constructing a residence from the ground up based entirely on the homeowner's specifications. Unlike production builders who offer pre-set floor plans, a custom home builder starts with a blank page — creating the layout, selecting materials, and managing construction for a one-of-a-kind home. In Penitas, homeowners rely on experienced local contractors who understand the area's specific building codes, soil conditions, and climate challenges.
Build Your Home Where Your Money Goes Further
Penitas and western Hidalgo County offer something the McAllen metro cannot — larger lots at lower prices, just 20 minutes west on Expressway 83. Families are discovering that the same budget that buys a cookie-cutter tract home in north McAllen can build a fully custom home on a generous lot in Penitas. More square footage, more land, more of exactly what you want — without the McAllen price tag.
The challenge has been finding a builder willing to work here. Most custom home builders in the Valley concentrate on McAllen, Mission, and Edinburg where the volume is. Western Hidalgo County gets treated as too far, too small, or too much hassle. That leaves homeowners with land and a vision but no qualified builder to execute it. Tekton fills that gap because we see what is happening in Penitas — a growing community with real demand and families who deserve quality construction.
We also know the ground you are building on. Caliche soil is a reality throughout the western Valley. It requires specific foundation engineering, proper drainage design, and excavation equipment that generic builders do not plan for. We test every lot before we design, engineer for what we find, and give you a fixed price that accounts for the actual conditions — not a guess that turns into change orders.
Penitas Custom Home Services
- Fully custom home design and construction
- Build-on-your-lot services
- Caliche soil foundation engineering
- Energy-efficient building systems for Valley heat
- Hidalgo County permits and inspections handled
- Outdoor living — pools, kitchens, patios
- Lot evaluation and site preparation
We Get It — Hiring a Contractor Is Stressful
You've heard the horror stories. We're here to change that.
"I have a lot in Penitas but can't find a builder who will come out here"
Most custom home builders in the Valley are focused on McAllen, Mission, and Edinburg. Western Hidalgo County gets overlooked. We build in Penitas as a primary market — your project gets the same priority, the same crew quality, and the same timeline as any build closer to the McAllen metro.
"The builder I talked to didn't mention anything about caliche soil"
That is a major red flag. Caliche is common in western Hidalgo County and directly affects foundation engineering, excavation costs, and drainage planning. If your builder is not planning for it upfront, you will pay for it in change orders later. We test soil before we quote.
"Custom home quotes have been wildly different"
Vague bids and surprise change orders are the norm with most builders. We give you a detailed, fixed-price contract with every material, fixture, and finish specified. You know the cost before construction starts — and it does not change unless you change it.
"I want to build but I'm not sure if my lot is ready"
We evaluate every lot before design begins — soil conditions, caliche depth, utility access, drainage, and setback requirements. If your lot needs prep work, we tell you upfront and include it in the plan. No guessing, no surprises after you have already committed.
How We Work
Lot Evaluation & Planning
We assess your Penitas lot for caliche soil depth, utility access, drainage, and setback requirements. We discuss your vision, budget, and timeline — no cost, no obligation.
Custom Design & Engineering
Your home is designed to your specifications with foundation engineering tailored to western Hidalgo County soil conditions. You approve every detail before we break ground.
Permitted Construction
We handle all Hidalgo County permits and build your home phase by phase with regular inspections, progress updates, and a dedicated project manager on your job.
Final Inspection & Move-In
Your home passes all Hidalgo County inspections, receives its certificate of occupancy, and we do a thorough walkthrough. Warranty documentation is activated and you get the keys.
"Really great service! Call them for any pool, additions, new build, or remodel work. The Tekton team were responsible with the areas and always on time."— Jessica Ortiz
"Amazing service! Attention to detail. Very happy with your outside patio! 100% Recommend!"— Laura Hernandez
"Very responsive and professional."— Gabriela Solis
"Great experience working with Tekton Home Solutions. Highly recommend their work."— Elyshia Loredo
Frequently Asked Questions
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1720 W Maple Ave Suite 4
McAllen, TX 78501