Custom Home Builder in East Brainerd

Mountain Shadows remodel in East Brainerd.

East Brainerd has room for a new home built around the way a family lives, and established homes worth staying in. EPG Homes brings experience with both. The team has completed several builds in East Brainerd, along with remodels that help homeowners get more from a home and neighborhood they already love.

EPG Homes, LLC is a family owned Chattanooga builder and remodeler, in business since 2013. Evan Greene is a fourth generation builder. The conversation starts with the lot or the existing home, what needs to change and what matters most to the homeowner.

A New Home That Starts with the Lot

East Brainerd is not a place to assume that every lot will build the same way. Drainage and soil types across much of the area differ from other parts of Chattanooga. A lot evaluation, grading plan and drainage planning belong near the start of a project, not after the house plan is settled.

Some areas of East Brainerd are on Chattanooga sewer, while others still use septic systems. Septic regulations have evolved since many lots were platted, so the size of home a lot can accommodate needs to be checked before a buyer purchases the property or starts a design.

In an older neighborhood, a four bedroom home built on septic next door in the 1980s is not proof that the same size home would be allowed under today’s septic standards. Having a builder look at the lot before purchase helps identify the questions that need answers early.

Water service in East Brainerd comes from Tennessee American Water and Eastside Utility District, which serve different parts of the area. It is worth checking which provider serves a lot.

For a wooded parcel, an infill lot or a larger property, Evan’s team looks at how the house can sit on the land, driveway access, utilities and the work needed to prepare the site. Setbacks and any neighborhood requirements also need a look before the design goes too far.

A lot that looks right on paper can still change the budget. Homeowners considering a purchase can start with a conversation about the property and the questions that need answers. Learn more about building a custom home with EPG.

New home built by EPG Homes in East Brainerd

East Brainerd Experience That Brings Clients Back

EPG’s East Brainerd work includes several builds, not only remodeling. One repeat client has built three homes with EPG, starting with a home in East Brainerd. That kind of return relationship matters when choosing the team that will help turn a set of plans into a home.

New homes start with the homeowner’s needs and the conditions of the lot. EPG works through design and selections before construction so that the plan, the finishes and the budget can be considered together. The goal is a home that fits the people who will live there, not a collection of choices made in a hurry.

★★★★★

“We have now built three homes with EPG Homes and could not be happier with the experience every single time.”

Zack H. · Google review

Remodeling a Home in East Brainerd

Established East Brainerd neighborhoods draw families for their trees, large lots and schools. As the larger homes in areas such as Mountain Shadows age, newer families are moving in with different needs. A home can be in the right neighborhood and still need a different layout or more usable space.

EPG has completed full remodels in East Brainerd, including houses where rooms were relocated and the layout reworked to better fit a modern family. The team takes on basement remodels and additions too. EPG also rebuilt several homes in the East Brainerd area after the 2020 Easter tornado.

For a remodel, the starting point is what should stay, what needs to change and how the new work will connect with the existing house. Design help and a clear scope give the homeowner a better basis for decisions before work begins. See more about EPG’s remodeling work.

★★★★★

“We were referred to Evan Greene by a friend and are so glad we found him. He recently finished our basement and did an excellent job from start to finish. His attention to detail, quality of work, and professionalism exceeded our expectations.”

Amanda W. · Google review

A Mountain Shadows Remodel with More Room to Live

In Mountain Shadows, an East Brainerd neighborhood, EPG completed outdoor living work as part of a larger remodel that also included a new roof. A covered porch usable year round, a double sided fireplace connecting the living room and porch, ceiling mounted heaters, an outdoor kitchen beneath a pergola and an outdoor sauna were all part of the project.

The value of a project like this is in planning the work as one remodel. The spaces inside and outside the home need to work together, and the scope needs to account for more than the final finishes. These photos show the Mountain Shadows remodel, not a new custom build.

A Fixed Fee, Not a Bigger Paycheck for Upgrades

EPG’s builder fee is set up front for the agreed scope. Choosing a higher priced finish changes the cost of that selection, not the builder’s fee.

EPG works on a fixed fee, so an upgrade never raises the builder’s pay.

For an East Brainerd build or remodel, the useful first conversation is about the plans, the property and the work involved. Site preparation and the condition of an existing home can affect the project budget, so a broad price range is not a substitute for looking at the actual job.

A Clear Plan Before Work Begins

Evan stays involved, with a project manager handling the day to day work. EPG’s online client portal keeps the schedule, progress photos and project decisions in one place. Homeowners can follow the work without relying on a string of separate messages.

For a new home, start with the property and the design. For a remodel, start with the existing space and the changes that matter most. Both benefit from a clear scope before construction. The building process page explains how EPG approaches a new build.

Talk Through an East Brainerd Project

A lot purchase, a new home and a major remodel each raise different questions. EPG’s team can start with where the project stands now, then talk through what needs to happen next. For an East Brainerd project, call or text Evan’s team at 423-646-7540.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does EPG build new homes in East Brainerd?

Yes. EPG has completed several builds in East Brainerd and builds custom homes around the homeowner’s plans, needs and lot. The team also handles remodels and additions in the area.

Why do drainage and soil conditions matter on an East Brainerd lot?

Drainage and soil types across much of East Brainerd differ from other parts of Chattanooga. Evaluating the lot and planning grading and drainage early helps the team understand site work before the design and budget go too far.

Does every East Brainerd lot have sewer service?

No. Some areas are on Chattanooga sewer and others still use septic systems. Septic regulations have evolved since many lots were platted, so the size of home a lot can accommodate needs to be checked before purchase or design. A four bedroom home built on septic next door in the 1980s does not mean the same size home would be allowed under today’s septic standards.

Can EPG look at a lot before a buyer purchases it?

A buyer can start with Evan’s team before purchasing a lot. The conversation can cover the intended home, access, utilities, site preparation and questions that need further review before the buyer commits.

Does EPG remodel homes in Mountain Shadows?

Yes. EPG completed a larger Mountain Shadows remodel that included a new roof, covered porch, double sided fireplace, ceiling mounted heaters, an outdoor kitchen under a pergola and an outdoor sauna.

Does EPG finish basements in East Brainerd?

Yes. EPG has completed a basement remodel for an East Brainerd homeowner. Basement projects start with the existing space, the intended use and a clear scope for the work.

Can EPG rework the layout of an older East Brainerd home?

Yes. EPG has completed full remodels in East Brainerd that included relocating rooms and reworking layouts to better meet the needs of a modern family. The team starts with the existing house and the changes that matter most to the homeowner.

Did EPG rebuild homes after the East Brainerd tornado?

Yes. EPG rebuilt several homes in the East Brainerd area after the 2020 Easter tornado.

Does choosing a more expensive finish increase EPG’s builder fee?

No. EPG works on a fixed fee, so an upgrade never raises the builder’s pay. A higher priced selection changes the cost of that selection, not the builder’s fee.

How does an East Brainerd homeowner get started?

For a new build, gather the lot information and any plans or ideas. For a remodel, start with the existing home and the changes being considered. Then call or text Evan’s team at 423-646-7540 to talk through the project.