Highland Homes Reviews

We had heard only good things about Highland, so we were excited about our new home purchase. However, we've had nothing but issues with the house since closing. We've had at least 6 work orders for repairs on items that were not installed correctly, already broken, or just plain shoddy craftsmanship. Flooring that's come apart, cracked tile and leaking in the showers, carpet that is not nailed down and is exposing wood underneath, dishwasher with no proper padding or insulation, uneven walls and baseboards throughout, bent air vents, broken window latches, uneven flooring with lumps throughout the carpeted areas. We find new items each day. It is clear now that the house was built as quickly as possible, with little to no attention to the details that make buying a new home so rewarding. I don't think we would ever purchase a Highland home again knowing what we know now. Cheap labor + fast build + poor products in the home = a really disappointed buyer who now has to keep pouring money into an already expensive home. Really not the experience we were so hopeful for. ... More

Highland Homes builds a great product! Their architecture, design and finish out are amazing. We went from a fully custom home to an inventory home, and it was a near flawless transition. I would recommend them to anyone. I would not recommend their Home loans, but as a builder they are amazing!

From signing the initial paperwork to closing, the entire process went smooth. Larry, Arianna and Kel were the utmost professionals. All questions were answered quickly and the quality of my new home exceeded my expectations. I have built 3 homes with various builders and would rate Highland at the top of the list.

My wife and I bought this home as our retirement home. We have had nothing but disappointment since we moved in. Dings and a chip in the bathtub, 3 dents in the garage door. They used the cheapest materials and poorest workmanship I’ve ever seen. Now in our retirement years we need to go through and replace everything. Very disappointed.

Very unsatisfied with the responsiveness of our contractor at Veramendi location. Many of the same issues were brought up multiple times with clear communication on our end regarding quality of workmanship and incomplete work. The contractor would make excuses and often times would not even be aware that the various tradesmen never showed up to complete work. Disappointed to see on our final walkthrough that several of these issues still remained unresolved. Weeks after moving in we are still trying to complete the list and take time off from our busy schedules to be available for the work to be completed or re-done correctly. Frustrating. ... More

Too many issues not built for durability. Lots of issues with sheet rock finish, trim finish, leve 1 quartz had finish issues, door handles keeps poping out, concrete finish is sub par. Overall thry just using the brand and contractors they used to built homes is not doing good job

I love my Highland home! It was such an easy process from start to finish- everyone at Highland Homes was so kind. I highly recommend Highland Homes.

Good experience with the builder. He worked with us each and every step in building our new home. Would definitely use them again if to rebuild. Thank you so much Highland homes. Dalton and Tim were Great to work with.

We are a return client for Highland, having bought our first home in the DFW metroplex in 2014. It was a great experience in 2014 and even better in 2022, when we signed the contract for our preferred single-level plan that very few builders offer at this scale and quality. Starring from the sales interaction to the build out, everything was centered in what would make sense for the buyer and responded to from that perspective from Highland. We continue to be a very satisfied return client.

Not Great experience with Highland Homes

I am so impressed with Highland Homes, and could not be any happier with the entire experience! Gracie, Matthew, Crickett & Clint were all fantastic to work with. I appreciate how helpful and responsive they were throughout the process. We are in love with our Highland Home!! Thank you : )

Day 1, sewer backed up and circuit breaker for refrigerator had to be replaced. A few days later no hot water, all flow orifices had to be removed to get sufficient flow for water heaters. This is due to the way the water heaters were installed. Wrong size circuit breaker installed for double oven. White spray paint on exterior of sliding doors and Highland will not address. Breakfast area window needed to be replaced, damaged during installation but no one told anyone. No soft close hinges on cabinet doors (HH saved $200 on that one). Black marks on white door trim from door hardware, told this was normal. I replaced all strike plates and now fixed, HH saved $40 on that. Laundry room cabinets installed so high as to not be useable, I lowered them. No cabinet pulls in Study, Laundry Room or other bathrooms. Water heaters installed as far away from kitchen and Master Bath as could be. Will need hot water recirculation. I am still crawling on the floor with a wet toothbrush getting white paint out of woodgrain. Reset exterior door strikes so door came into contact with weatherstripping. Trim carpenters don't deserve to be called carpenters. Nicks on door trim behind hinges throughout that were not filled, just painted over. Electrolux appliances not worth whatever you paid for them. Patio exterior outlet in a location that makes it unusable. Master Bath makeup vanity wall outlet installed INSIDE a cabinet. Had to shim the rear wheel of refrigerator due to floor being out of level so much. We apparently expected too much. ... More

Great people to work with. They care about you.

My husband and I built a new home from scratch and had a fantastic experience from start to finish. The sales and construction team took the time and care to answer any questions in a timely manner. Best customer service. We are so happy and proud to have a Highland Home!!

We have lived in our new highland home for a few months now and are absolutely thrilled every day we get to wake up in it. From start to finish Highland has been professional, easy to reach and demonstrate quality on every corner of the experience. We have had a few small things to warranty and they have been nothing but understanding and on top of it. I can not reccomend this company enough! Thank you highland for such an amazing experience

Great experience and quick response to issues

As first-time home buyers, our journey with Highland Homes has been a relatively positive experience overall. Choosing a builder can be a daunting task, but Highland Homes has proven to be a reliable and commendable choice for several reasons. The craftsmanship exhibited in our home is notably commendable. From the foundational elements to the finishing touches, the quality of construction stands out. We appreciate the attention to detail and the overall sturdy build of our home. It goes without saying, there have been minor blemishes and missing items that have needed to be addressed as no one is perfect, but so far nothing major has been found with our new home. One significant factor that drew us towards Highland Homes was the affordability they offered. Their pricing structure and mortgage rates were competitive, providing us with a good deal that aligned with our budget and financial goals as first-time buyers. This aspect made the whole process more accessible and less stressful for us. Moreover, communication with our builder has been positive. It's essential to feel heard and understood during the process of moving into a new house, and Highland Homes has been receptive to our concerns and queries. We appreciate their willingness to listen and address our needs throughout the process. However, there's room for improvement in their responsiveness to issues that arise post-construction. It seems like the building managers might be stretched thin, affecting the response time to certain concerns. Enhancing this aspect could further elevate the overall customer experience. In conclusion, Highland Homes has proven to be a reliable and suitable choice for us as first-time home buyers. The quality craftsmanship, affordability, and attentive communication make them a builder worth considering. While there are areas for improvement in their responsiveness to post-construction issues, our experience with Highland Homes has been highly positive, and we look forward to enjoying our new home for years to come. ... More

Buying a new home can be stressful. Highland Homes did a great job of addressing issues promptly. I would recommend to family and friends.

My biggest gripe is the homeowner doesn’t really get a say so on the house. For example the height of the shower head. I’m 5ft but the shower head is placed so high I had to buy a removable shower head so I could bathe. You don’t get to choose which side the locks go on the gates. It’s perceived that you are part of the decision making as far as the house but you really aren’t. You don’t even get to choose the type of door bell you want or where it’s placed.

The overall process with highland homes was great! Highly Recommend.

Love my new home and it looks great. Took two months after moving in to complete quality / warranty problems. Problems included things like exterior doors alignment, appliances tripping circuit breakers, exterior mortar and caulk voids, lighting fixtures (broken, alignment or missing), some of the standard interior fixtures are cheap, window screens damaged. Sales people implied some model home features were standard features.

Highland Home house finishing was the main reason for us to choose Highland. Also, the commitment and sympathy of Traci and the Highland team was fantastic.

My experience with Highland Homes goes back to the 80’s as a child, when my parents purchased two Highland Homes in the Dallas area. So, when it came time to purchase a Highland Home for my own family, the decision and trust in the brand was easy, already proven, and well established. I will say that my own experience on the construction side wasn’t flawless, but when it came time to make things right and address found issues, responses and actions taken were swift . Highland Homes, like many truly customer-centric corporations, continues to solidify that their customers (and their name/brand) is important in their continued success. For this reason… I wouldn’t hesitate, if needed, to purchase another Highland Home in the future. ... More

Ginger and Clayton could not have been any more knowledgeable, helpful, and professional. It was a great experience for us.

Unfortunately, the barn door has been mistakenly built (not per dwgs), and it's been 2 months without a resolution to this mistake.