Local Knowledge
Building Your Custom Home Around Lake McQueeny
Lake McQueeny is one of the best places to live in Guadalupe County. The views are quiet and the pace is slower.
Coy Turner
TKG Journal
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- Material decisions that matter behind the walls and under your feet.
- Local knowledge for building on your land in Seguin and Guadalupe County.
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Local Knowledge
What to Look For When Evaluating Builder Homes in Seguin and the Hill Country
A lot of people buy a piece of land in Guadalupe County and assume any set of blueprints will work.
Coy Turner
Local Knowledge
Full Custom vs. Semi-Custom Builder Homes in the Texas Hill Country
You spend an afternoon browsing builder homes in Guadalupe County and notice two very different price points for houses that look similar on paper.
Coy Turner
Local Knowledge
Build on Your Lot in Guadalupe County: Avoiding Common Site Pitfalls
You found ten acres outside of Seguin with a view of the hills, and you are ready to start building.
Coy Turner
Local Knowledge
Building Your Custom Home on Your Land in Seguin TX
You bought your acreage because you wanted privacy and a piece of the Texas Hill Country to call your own.
Coy Turner
Local Knowledge
Building Luxury Homes in Seguin TX: What Actually Makes a Home Last
Before floor plans or finishes, I read the soil report and the water table — because the ground a home sits on decides how long it lasts.
Coy Turner
Your Process
The Pre-Electric Walkthrough: Why TKG Moves Every Outlet for Free
The pre-electric walkthrough is where your house becomes your home. Move every outlet, switch, and box — no charge, no change order.
Coy Turner
Behind the Walls
Why 16" On-Center Framing Matters (And Why Most Builders Use 24")
Most builders frame at 24" on-center to save lumber. TKG frames at 16" — because the walls, tile, and 20-year result depend on it.
Coy Turner
Local Knowledge
Building on Your Land in Seguin: Utilities, Permits, and What Most People Miss
Building on your own land in Seguin means navigating well water, septic, Guadalupe County permits, and soil conditions. Here's the playbook.
Coy Turner
Behind the Walls
ZIP System Sheathing: Why TKG Uses It Instead of House Wrap
ZIP System sheathing replaces regular OSB + house wrap with a single panel that seals tighter and lasts longer. Here's why TKG uses it on every build.
Coy Turner
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