Premier Custom Homes Built to Last


Born in South Lake Tahoe, serving the Sierras.

South Shore Custom Builders is a family business dedicated to precision building and top of the line craftsmanship. Always built to exceed structural integrity standards, we pride ourselves on big, beautiful mountain homes that will last for generations.

Do you have plans for a new home or ground-up remodel? We’d love to discuss your project. We serve the communities in South Lake Tahoe, and the Western Sierra foothills, from Auburn to Nevada City.

Now Booking for the 2024 & 2025 Building Seasons


It’s mid-season in Tahoe so there’s still time to get your project underway. If you’re looking ahead for a 2025 build, now is the perfect time to be interviewing builders.

Within the basin, the October cut-off for earthwork is approaching but there’s still time to get certain projects underway. Progress over Winter is completely possible but it’s dependent on weather and what has been completed in the Summer.

Looking ahead to 2025? You’re in a great position to get plans and permits ready to break ground in the Spring.

Efficient Project Management Sets Us Apart


Building in California involves expert craftsmanship, precision timing and a whole lot of paperwork.

At South Shore Custom Builders, we make it a priority to be ahead in every stage of the building process. We’ve been through enough builds to know exactly how to time each phase so that work continues, inspections are passed and progress is predictable. California is adding new building codes all the time. In addition to superior carpentry and project management, our team stays ahead of the latest requirements for building, environmental regulation and fire safety to ensure your home will be finished as efficiently as possible.

We Specialize in New Construction


Whether you’ve invested in land or a tear-down, we can assist you in the entire building process.

Because of the steep terrain, weather conditions and environmental regulation, Tahoe, and nearby foothills have some of the strictest and most extensive building requirements in the nation. We have been through the process many times and we know the ropes when it comes to permits, variances, coverage, excavation, retaining walls, down-sloping and up-sloping lots, custom framing, cut-and-stack roofs and a variety of high-end finishes. We’ll make sure everything is done right the first time.

Already have plans? Contact us for a bid and let’s get started!

Considering a project? We offer consulting services to help you get an idea of cost and timing on new builds and tear-down remodels.


Recent New Construction


14th Ave

In 2018 Peter felt Hawai’i calling. He traded the mountains for the jungle and built a 3/2 that would take advantage of the open country and the trade winds.

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Wagon Train Trail

In 2014 the team embarked on a 3,300 square foot home set on an up-sloping lot in Montgomery Estates. The result was an impressive residence that sold before it was even finished.

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Is Building In Tahoe the Best Move for You?


We specialize in custom-built homes and ground-up remodels. Get the real story before you invest.

Home prices are high but so is demand. It just might be the right time to secure your piece of Tahoe. We put together a guide that walks you through some of the regulations and costs you’ll want to consider if you’re planning a new build or remodel in the Tahoe basin.

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