Custom home builders Illinois, Green Home builder - Robert Lord creates Environmentally Friendly homes using Closed Cell Foam and Geothermal Induction and are Energy Star Builders.

Craftsmanship -

Closed Cell Foam Unlike many builders, Robert Lord Builders wants its customers to know what’s behind the drywall. That’s why we give each home buyer a tour of their home before the drywall is installed. Customers see firsthand the top quality materials and skilled craftsmanship being used.

Upgrades and luxury add-ons associated with other builders are standard features in a Robert Lord home. Amenities include unique doorway arches and columns, handcrafted cabinetry, elaborate staircases, detailed ceilings, wall sconces, and granite, not only in the kitchen, but in all bathrooms and the laundry as well. And that is just the beginning. Every enhancement you select is seamlessly added to create a customized home that is uniquely yours.

Robert Lord Builders strives to continually set the benchmark for excellence by pushing the boundaries of the home building industry. Because we are dedicated to giving our customers only the best, we build each home using only the finest materials and the most experienced craftsmen.

Exterior Construction:

Complete Plywood Structure ( ¾ Fir Floors – ½ CDX Sheathing & Roof)
Custom Conventional Framing – Stick Built (Canadian 2”x12”/11 ¼ “–18” LVL/Steel)
Reinforced Concrete Foundation & All Flat Work
Recessed Concrete Expansion Joints
DuPont™ Tyvek® HomeWrap™ or ThermaWrap™ with Tyvek Complete Home Flashing System
DuPont™ Tyvek® AtticWrap™
F.E. Wheaton Lumber
6 Foot Ice and Water Rubber Roof Shield at All Gutter Points and Valleys
30-50 Year Dimensional Architectural Shingles
Complete Hard Piped Electrical System (200-600 AMP Service)
HURD Casement Windows (DP 55 and Energy Star Rated, Low E2, .050 Extruded Aluminum Clad Exterior, 4 9/16 “ Solid Furniture Grade wood Jam & Contoured Profile Grills in Air Space, simulated divided light)
Skookum Factory Primed/Stained Western Red Cedar (Two Coat Stained Process on All Six Sides)
Maintenance Free Aluminum Seamless Gutters / Fascia / Soffit or Skookum Factory Primed/Stained Western Red Cedar
H5 Hurricane Ties for All Sloped Ceilings
All Building Plans Stamped By Licensed Structural Engineer
Energy Star Certification

Interior Construction:

Closed Cell Foam Blown Insulation and/or Johns Manville White Formaldehyde Free Fiber Glass Insulation
All Floors Screwed (Duraspin – 4000 to 6000 quantity) Glued & Nailed
Structured Communication Wiring (RG-6 and Category 5E)
Durarock Concrete Tile Underlayment for all Tiled Surfaces
Geothermal Underground Heating & Cooling System And/Or Carrier 94% High Efficient Two Stage Furnaces (Expandable Computer Controlled Duct System) & A/C Units with Programmable Thermostats
Honeywell Whole House Humidifiers
High Efficient Water Heaters – Expansion Tanks (Hot Water Recirculation System)
Complete Home Fire Stop Caulk Protection
Roped Brick Air Filtration System
Fresh Air Exchange Systems
Lutron Energy Saving Smart Home Lighting Control

The Planning Process - Geothermal Induction

If the prospect of building a new home seems like a daunting task, you can be assured that Robert Lord Builders will guide you through each step of the planning process.

In your first meeting with Robert Lord, you will discuss your price point, lot location choice, square footage requirements, and outline your standards both structurally and mechanically. In addition to the technical facets of the home building process, Robert will also want to discuss with you the most exciting aspect of building your home—your “Wish List.” What are the things you want most in your new home—the things you positively cannot live without? Go ahead, be creative. Dare to dream!

During the follow-up meeting, you’ll go over final lot selection and begin the blueprint design and rendering process. Then begins the selection process and you begin to choose each feature of your home, from the roofing shingles to the switch plate covers and everything in between.

Once your selections have been made, the blueprints have been rendered, and the contract has been signed, the permits are pulled and construction will begin.

We understand that before, during, and after each meeting, you’ll have questions, which is why Rob makes himself available for your questions concerns, selection and design changes, progress updates, and anything else you would like to discuss. So don’t hesitate to call or e-mail with any questions you may have.

Communities -

Robert Lord Builders has built homes in many different communities, mostly in the St. Charles area, but we are always interested in broadening our horizons, which means we are ready and willing to work wherever the buyer desires to build their home, within a one hour drive time radius of our offices.

St. Charles, Ill, is a 164-year-old community in the far west suburbs, approximately 45 miles west of Chicago, which is easily accessible by commuter train or highway. It is also close to Geneva and Naperville, known for their many quaint downtown shops and restaurants.The downtown St. Charles area is home to many local boutiques, excellent restaurants and a vibrant nightlife. St. Charles features two business districts, restaurants housed in beautiful historic buildings, and shops galore. You'll have easy access to neighboring towns including Geneva, with its Third Street shops and Geneva Commons shopping center, and Batavia, which has vast retail shopping, movie theaters and restaurants.

From elementary through high school, St. Charles has the foundations for providing a quality education. The award-winning School District 303 is top-notch, with one of the finest curriculums in the Chicagoland area and state championship sports teams.