Ellis Custom Homes, serving the Smith Mountain Lake area. Building trust one home at a time!

  • Smith Mountain Lake
    66 Builder's Pride Dr
    Hardy, VA
    540-912-0112

Showroom - Ellis Custom Homes

Additional Articles

Beyond Curb Appeal: Why Every Side of Your Home’s Design Matters 

While a well-designed front elevation creates a strong first impression, exceptional home design doesn’t stop at the front door. 

Read more

Building Your Custom Home While Navigating HOA Guidelines

Whether you envision a tranquil lakeside retreat or something in one of the area’s golf home communities, understanding the development rules is a crucial part of the building process.

Read more

What does “perc approved” really mean for a building lot?

One of the most crucial factors when considering purchasing a lot is whether it’s approved for an on-site septic system.  If not, bottom line, the lot is unbuildable, and you’ve purchased what we refer to as a “glorified strawberry patch”.  But today, it goes far beyond just being perc approved or not. 

Read more