Building a Custom Home in North Idaho: What You Need to Know Before You Start

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In this episode of the North Idaho Experience Podcast, Seth and Eric sit down with John and Spencer from North Idaho Experience Custom Homes to walk through the home-building process in North Idaho—from finding land and running utilities to permits, septic systems, and foundation work.
They share real-world lessons from building their own homes, how to avoid costly mistakes, and what to expect when working with local builders in Kootenai and Bonner counties.
Whether you’re planning to buy land in North Idaho or build your dream custom home, this episode gives you an inside look at what it really takes—from first concept to framing and beyond.
📌 Topics Covered in This Episode:
How to find and prepare land for building in North Idaho (septic, utilities, and permits).
The true costs, timelines, and steps of the home-building process.
Insider builder tips to ensure quality—from foundation to framing and inspections.
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