2026 Lancaster Parade of Homes

EC Custom Homes

A boutique custom builder focused on modern and transitional homes.

Founded
2010s
Years in Business
10+ years
Headquarters
Lancaster County, PA
Categories
2 tracks

Company

Who they are.

"Contemporary design done thoughtfully — clean lines, warm materials."

EC Custom Homes is a younger firm that has built a reputation for well-executed modern and transitional custom homes.

They work closely with buyers on design-forward projects, often collaborating with outside architects.

Recognition

  • Parade of Homes featured builder

Where They Build

Active market map.

Regional custom builder.

Lancaster County

  • Manheim Township
  • Warwick
  • Lampeter-Strasburg

Dauphin County

  • Derry Township

Home Styles

What they build.

  • Modern

    Contemporary lines with warm materials.

  • Transitional

    Popular hybrid.

  • Modern Farmhouse

    Requested regularly.

Price Range

What it costs to build here.

Starting price
$800,000
Average price
$1.2M – $2M
Luxury range
$2.5M+

Custom throughout.

Floor Plans

What they build, at a glance.

Bedrooms
3 – 5
Bathrooms
3 – 5
Square Footage
3,000 – 6,000
Garage
3-car typical
First-Floor Primary
Available

Popular Layouts

Site-specific

Customization

How much can you personalize?

Design Center
Buyer's designer or preferred partners.
Structural Options
Unlimited.
Interior Selections
Custom throughout.
Exterior Selections
Custom.
Overall Flexibility
Full custom.

Construction Process

From contract to keys.

Timeline
11 – 15 months.
Contract
Fixed-price with allowances.
Deposits
10%.
Selections
During design phase.
Communication
Owner-involved.
Warranty
1 / 2 / 10.
Walkthrough
Multiple checkpoints.

Financing

How the money moves.

Construction financing
Construction-to-permanent loan.
Rate lock
Extended locks available.
Incentives
N/A.
Closing costs
Buyer-paid.
Read the full financing guide →

Prospective Buyer Tips

Honest guidance, before you sign.

Best fit for: Buyers who want contemporary design in a market that skews traditional.

Strengths

  • Modern design focus
  • Owner involvement
  • Growing reputation

Potential Trade-offs

  • Smaller volume than established peers
  • Higher price point than production

Questions to Ask Before You Sign

  1. 01

    Can I see a recent modern build in person?

  2. 02

    Which architects do you partner with?

Frequently Asked Questions

What buyers ask us about EC Custom Homes.

Do they do modern homes?

Yes — modern and transitional are their strongest categories.

Where do they build?

Primarily Lancaster and Dauphin Counties.

Can I bring an architect?

Yes — they collaborate readily.

How long is a build?

11 – 15 months typically.

Are they at the Parade of Homes?

Yes.

What warranty?

1 / 2 / 10.

What financing?

Construction-to-permanent loan.

Thinking About Building With EC Custom Homes?

Talk to Corie before you sign.

A twenty-minute conversation about incentives, rate locks, and the specific financing questions that matter for a EC Custom Homes build.

Editorial builder and community overviews are for educational purposes and reflect general market information. Pricing, availability, timelines, HOA fees, taxes, and floor plans change frequently — always confirm details directly with the builder before signing any contract.