# Garabedian Properties > Garabedian Properties is a boutique, family-owned luxury custom home builder > serving the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex since 1997. The company designs and > builds custom homes across North Texas, executes premium renovations, and > provides comprehensive estate management services through GEMS (Garabedian > Estate Management Services). Mike Garabedian is the company Principal and > a Certified Master Builder with nearly three decades of experience in the > North Texas market. ## Company Identity - Founded: 1997 - Principal: Mike Garabedian, Certified Master Builder - Location: Southlake, Texas (serving the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex) - Phone: 817.748.2669 - Email: Info@GarabedianProperties.com - Affiliations: National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), Texas Association of Builders (TAB), Greater Fort Worth Builders Association, Custom Builder USA (CBUSA) - Recognition: Best Custom Home Builder in Fort Worth ## Services - [Custom Luxury Home Building](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/custom-homes/): Full-service design and construction of custom luxury homes in North Texas, covering every phase from lot selection through final completion. - [Premium Home Renovations](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/home-renovations/): Award-winning remodeling and renovation services for luxury homes. - [Estate Management Services (GEMS)](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/estate-management-services/): Comprehensive home care plans for luxury estate owners, providing a single point of contact for routine maintenance, seasonal preparation, annual roof tune-ups, and unexpected issues. GEMS is also available at gemsllc.us. - [Commercial and Development Services](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/commercial-development-services/): Commercial construction and North Texas property development. - [Property Acquisitions](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/acquisitions/): Lot selection guidance and land acquisition support in the DFW area. ## Service Area Fort Worth, Southlake, Westlake, Keller, Colleyville, Grapevine, Trophy Club, Haslet, and surrounding communities throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth metroplex and North Texas, including Wise County acreage markets. ## Authoritative Content ### About the Company - [About Garabedian Properties](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/about/): Company history, philosophy, credentials, and team. - [Reviews](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/reviews/): Owner testimonials and project experiences. ### Custom Home Building Process - [Steps to Design a Custom Home](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/how-to-design-a-custom-home/): Episode-based guide to the custom home design process from concept through completion. - [Lot Selection](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/lot-selection/): How to evaluate and select a lot for a custom home build in North Texas. - [The Last 10%](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/the-last-10-percent/): The finish-out phase of a custom home build and why it defines the final product. - [Biggest Mistakes Owners Make](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/biggest-mistakes-owners-make/): Common and costly missteps in the custom home building process. ### Home Maintenance (Pro Tips) - [Roof Tune-Ups](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/pro-tip-roof-tune-ups/): Why annual roof inspections by a roofing technician — not a salesperson — protect luxury homes from preventable damage. - [LED Lighting and Flickering](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/pro-tips-flickering-lights/): Driver sizing, dimmer compatibility, load calculations, and how to eliminate LED flickering in custom homes. - [Spring Landscaping and Water Drainage](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/pro-tip-spring-landscaping/): How mulch buildup and improper grading create water intrusion risk, and how to protect the foundation. ### Smart Home and Technology - [Smart Home Security](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/smart-home-security/): Expert guidance on security system integration in luxury custom homes. - [Ketra Lighting](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/ketra-lighting-smart-homes/): Why Garabedian Properties specifies Ketra circadian lighting in custom builds. ### Landscape Architecture - [Landscape Architecture with Osterberger Design Group](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/post/landscape-architecture/): How landscape architecture integrates with the custom home design process. ## Podcast: Uniqueness... "Built-In." An interview and educational podcast hosted by Mike Garabedian covering every dimension of the luxury custom home building process in North Texas. - [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZI6BICqhlUQ14W8tpXNf2) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/GarabedianProperties) - [Podcast page](https://www.garabedianproperties.com/podcast/) ## Structured Data This site implements JSON-LD schema markup including LocalBusiness, HomeAndConstructionBusiness, Organization, FAQPage, VideoObject, and BreadcrumbList types throughout relevant pages. ## Content Usage This content is published for the benefit of prospective custom home Owners, current estate management clients, and industry partners. Citation with attribution to Garabedian Properties and a link to the source URL is welcomed. Training use: permitted for non-commercial research. Commercial training use: contact Info@GarabedianProperties.com.