Behind the Build
Should you build a custom home or buy an existing one? Compare the pros, cons, costs, and long-term value to make the best decision for your family.
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The Custom Home Advantage
Should you build a custom home or buy an existing one? Compare the pros, cons, costs, and long-term value to make the best decision for your family.
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Build vs. Buy a Home
Should you build a custom home or buy an existing one? Compare the pros, cons, costs, and long-term value to make the best decision for your family.
Details10 Things to Know Before You Build a Custom Home
At Lady Street Builders, we believe every family deserves a home designed around the way they live. Our mission is simple: From the initial consultation and groundbreaking through the final walkthrough, our team provides clear communication, exceptional craftsmanship, and personal attention every step of the way.
Whether you already have architectural plans, need inspiration from our portfolio of thoughtfully designed homes, or want to create a completely custom residence from the ground up, we’re here to guide you through every stage of the process.
Questions You Should Ask Before Hiring a Builder
Building a home isn’t just about construction—it’s about trust. The right builder listens carefully, communicates openly, pays attention to every detail, and creates a home that reflects your family’s lifestyle for years to come. At Lady Street Builders, we believe every home should be thoughtfully designed, expertly crafted, and built with the same care we’d expect for our own families. From selecting the perfect homesite to the final walkthrough, we’re committed to making your home-building experience enjoyable, transparent, and rewarding.
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Top 5 Reasons to Love Cola
If you’re considering a move to South Carolina, Columbia should be at the top of your list. Known affectionately as “Soda City”, Columbia combines the charm of a small Southern town with the amenities of a thriving capital city. From affordable living and outdoor recreation to a vibrant arts scene and incredible dining, it’s easy to see why so many families, professionals, and retirees are choosing to call Columbia home. Below are the top 5 reasons to love Cola!
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Lake Murray Living
One of the many reasons homeowners are drawn to the Columbia, South Carolina area is the incredible outdoor lifestyle offered by beautiful Lake Murray. Often called the “Jewel of South Carolina,” Lake Murray features more than 650 miles of shoreline and serves as a year-round destination for boating, fishing, hiking, cycling, swimming, and family recreation. For someone looking to build a new home, Lake Murray iving provides endless opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty and active lifestyle that make living in the Midlands so appealing.
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Top Custom Home Features
Today’s buyers are no longer looking for “cookie-cutter” homes. They want thoughtfully crafted spaces that reflect how they truly live, entertain, work, and relax. Homeowners throughout the Columbia area are requesting custom homes that combine timeless craftsmanship with modern conveniences, luxurious comfort, and flexible living spaces. From expansive outdoor retreats to smart home technology and spa-inspired primary suites, 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years yet. If you are considering building a custom home in Columbia, here are some of today’s top custom home features buyers are requesting.
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Home Built For YOU
At Lady Street Builders, custom homebuilding is about more than construction — it is about creating a one-of-a-kind living experience tailored specifically to each homeowner. While Lady Street Builders is widely recognized for its stunning Craftsman-style homes and traditional home designs throughout the Columbia area, builder Tony Carnaggio especially enjoys helping clients turn their dream homes into reality through exceptional craftsmanship, thoughtful planning, and personalized design. Creating a home built especially for you and WITH YOU is what Tony does best.
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Backyard Bliss
Signs of spring are cropping up everywhere here in South Carolina. Flowers are starting to bloom – daffodils, crocuses, and forsythia splash their colors across the drab landscape. Peeper frogs are emerging to sing in their mates while the red maples start their budding. Smells of petrichor pervade as the warmer rains displace the cooler ground temperatures stimulating our olfactory senses. To bird-lovers, hummingbirds are often their favorite sign that spring has sprung and producing a backyard bliss for their enjoyment is very important.
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