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Building a home from the ground up is one of the biggest investments you will ever make. The right contractor makes that process clearer, smoother, and more manageable.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners across Northern Utah County and Southern Salt Lake County build custom homes and complete home builds with thoughtful planning, quality craftsmanship, and careful project coordination. Whether you are building on your own lot, replacing an older structure, or planning a new home designed around the way your family lives, we help you think through the details before construction begins.
Founded in 1980 by Scott Cleverly and now owned and operated by his son, Shannon Cleverly, Cedar Grove Construction brings over 40 years of experience in home building, remodeling, renovations, restorations, and major residential construction throughout Utah County and Salt Lake County.
A custom home should not feel generic. It should fit the property, the family, the budget, the lifestyle, and the long-term plans for the home.
A custom home gives you the opportunity to make decisions that are difficult to achieve with an existing home.
You can plan the layout around your family. You can think through the kitchen, gathering spaces, bedrooms, bathrooms, storage, garage, basement, outdoor living areas, natural light, views, traffic flow, and long-term needs from the beginning. You can design a home that works for the way you actually live instead of trying to force your life into a layout that was built for someone else.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners approach the process with practical construction thinking. A good custom home is not just about the floor plan. It is about how the plan becomes a real home: the site, structure, materials, utilities, schedule, selections, details, and coordination all matter.
The goal is to build a home that feels intentional from the foundation to the final finish.
A complete home build requires more than a contractor who can manage one phase of construction. It requires planning, sequencing, communication, trade coordination, structural awareness, finish detail, and the ability to keep the entire project moving in the right direction.
A custom home may involve excavation, foundation work, framing, roofing, windows, exterior finishes, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, drywall, flooring, tile, cabinetry, countertops, trim, paint, fixtures, garage space, basement areas, outdoor living connections, and final finish details.
Cedar Grove Construction was founded in 1980 by Scott Cleverly and is now owned and operated by Shannon Cleverly. As a family-owned and operated business, Cedar Grove has spent more than 40 years helping homeowners with home building, remodeling, renovations, restorations, additions, and major residential projects throughout Utah County and Salt Lake County.
That experience matters when the project starts from the ground up. Every decision affects the next one. Cedar Grove Construction is built around honesty, detail, care, and lasting results.
Some homeowners know they want to build a new home. Others are weighing several options.
An existing home may be worth remodeling if the location, structure, and layout can support the changes you need. A home addition may be the right choice if the current home works but needs more space. A whole home remodel may be enough if the structure is sound but the finishes and layout need major improvement. A custom home may make more sense when the existing home cannot realistically become what you need, or when you are starting with land and want a home built around your long-term plans.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through the practical path forward. The best answer depends on the lot, existing structure, budget, timeline, design goals, family needs, and long-term property plans.
The goal is not just to build something new. The goal is to make the right investment in the right home.
Not every new home project is the same. Some start with raw land. Some involve an existing lot. Others replace a home that no longer fits the property or the homeowner’s needs.
If you already own a lot, the project starts with understanding what the property can support. Site conditions, access, slope, utilities, setbacks, drainage, views, sun exposure, and city requirements can all influence the home design and construction plan.
A complete home build includes the major construction phases needed to take the project from planning through completion. Cedar Grove Construction helps coordinate the work so the home is built as one connected project, not a collection of disconnected trades.
In some cases, the best path may be replacing an older structure with a new home. These projects need careful planning around demolition, site preparation, utilities, permitting, neighborhood conditions, access, and how the new home should fit the property.
Many Utah homeowners want a basement planned from the beginning. A basement may include future living space, bedrooms, bathrooms, storage, mechanical areas, entertainment space, or room to finish later. Planning the lower level early can help the home function better long term.
Decks, patios, covered areas, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, and backyard gathering spaces are easier to plan when they are considered early. A custom home should think about how the indoor living areas connect to the yard, views, shade, and future outdoor use.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners define the project clearly before construction begins.
Custom homes require careful planning before construction begins.
Depending on the city, property, and project, a new home build may involve building permits, site plans, engineering, utility connections, grading, drainage, inspections, energy-code requirements, structural review, and other approvals. Requirements vary by location, lot conditions, and project scope.
Important planning details may include:
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through these requirements early so the project has a clearer path before construction begins.
A custom home involves many decisions. Flooring, cabinets, countertops, tile, paint, trim, doors, lighting, plumbing fixtures, hardware, exterior finishes, roofing, windows, and outdoor materials all need to work together.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through selections in an organized way so the construction plan, budget, schedule, and finished design stay aligned. The goal is not to overwhelm you with options. The goal is to help decisions happen at the right time, before they delay the project or create unnecessary changes.
Selections affect more than appearance. They affect durability, maintenance, budget, comfort, and how the home feels every day.
A custom home should feel coordinated from room to room and from inside to outside.
Custom home pricing varies widely because every home, lot, and scope is different.
A simple home on a straightforward lot will not be priced the same as a larger custom home with a basement, high-end finishes, complex rooflines, extensive site work, an oversized garage, outdoor living features, or significant utility requirements.
Common cost factors include:
The best way to understand cost is to review the property, define the home goals, clarify the finish level, and build a scope around the actual project.
Every custom home is different. The right plan depends on the property, budget, design direction, family needs, city requirements, materials, and desired finish level.
Before construction begins, the property needs to be understood. Lot size, slope, access, setbacks, utilities, drainage, soil conditions, views, neighboring homes, driveway location, and outdoor living goals can all affect the build.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through the property as part of the home, not just the place where the house sits.
The layout affects daily life for years. Kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms, family areas, storage, laundry, mudrooms, garage access, stairs, basements, and outdoor connections should all be planned around real use.
A good custom home layout should support daily routines, family gathering, privacy, storage, guests, work-from-home needs, and future flexibility.
The kitchen and main living areas often define the feel of the home. These spaces should be planned around cooking, gathering, storage, natural light, seating, traffic flow, and connection to dining, living, and outdoor areas.
Cedar Grove Construction helps homeowners think through how the main living areas will function together before the home is built.
Bedrooms and bathrooms should be comfortable, practical, and properly placed. A custom home may include a primary suite, children’s rooms, guest rooms, hall bathrooms, powder rooms, basement bathrooms, or flexible future spaces.
Planning should account for privacy, storage, lighting, plumbing, ventilation, closets, and how the rooms will serve the family over time.
Basements, garages, mudrooms, pantries, mechanical rooms, closets, and storage areas make a major difference in how a home functions.
A custom home should not only focus on the beautiful rooms. It should also account for the practical spaces that keep daily life organized.
The outside of the home should fit the property and the neighborhood while reflecting the homeowner’s style. Rooflines, siding, stone, stucco, windows, doors, garage placement, covered entries, decks, patios, and outdoor living spaces all affect the final result.
A well-planned custom home should feel connected inside and out.
Custom home timelines depend on the property, plans, permits, engineering, site work, weather, material selections, inspections, home size, finish level, and the complexity of the build.
A more straightforward home may move faster than a larger custom home with a basement, complex design, extensive site work, high-end finishes, or multiple outdoor features. Delayed decisions, material lead times, weather, inspections, and changes during construction can also affect the schedule.
During the consultation and planning process, Cedar Grove Construction can review the project and help set more realistic expectations based on the actual scope.
Founded in 1980, Cedar Grove Construction has served homeowners in Utah County and Salt Lake County for over 40 years. That long history includes home building, remodeling, renovations, restorations, kitchen updates, full-home improvements, and major residential projects.
Cedar Grove Construction was founded by Scott Cleverly and is now owned and operated by his son, Shannon Cleverly. The company carries forward a family standard of honesty, detail, care, and lasting results.
A custom home requires coordination across many phases and trades. Cedar Grove Construction helps manage the project as a complete build, from planning and site work through finishes and final details.
A custom home should look good, but it also needs to function well. We help homeowners think through layout, storage, utilities, materials, traffic flow, outdoor connections, and long-term use.
Homeowners should not feel lost during a major construction project. Cedar Grove Construction focuses on clear expectations, practical planning, and communication that helps the process feel more manageable.
A custom home should serve the family for years. We build with attention to durability, comfort, function, craftsmanship, and details that support long-term value.
A custom home is made up of thousands of decisions, but the finished result should feel clear, cohesive, and intentional.
The strongest projects are built around good planning, good communication, and careful coordination.
The project should begin with a defined scope, construction direction, selection process, budget expectations, and build sequence.
The home should respond to the lot, views, grade, access, sunlight, outdoor areas, and neighboring conditions.
The layout should support real life: cooking, storage, laundry, bedrooms, bathrooms, family gathering, guests, work, hobbies, parking, and future needs.
A complete home build involves many trades. Framing, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, roofing, insulation, drywall, tile, cabinets, flooring, trim, paint, and finish work all need to be coordinated.
A custom home should not feel like unrelated selections placed in different rooms. Materials, colors, trim, lighting, hardware, tile, cabinets, and exterior finishes should work together.
The home should be built for years of use, not just the first impression. Durability, maintenance, comfort, storage, and timeless decisions all matter.
Cedar Grove Construction builds and improves homes throughout Utah County and Salt Lake County, with a focus on Northern Utah County and Southern Salt Lake County.
In growing communities like Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, Lehi, Herriman, and South Jordan, many homeowners are looking for homes that support growing families, more storage, larger gathering areas, basements, garages, and outdoor living spaces.
In established and higher-finish areas like Draper, Sandy, Alpine, Highland, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, Midvale, and Cottonwood Heights, custom home projects may involve unique lots, older properties, replacement homes, higher-end finishes, views, outdoor living connections, and careful planning around the character of the property.
Whether the project starts with land, an existing property, or a vision for a new home, the build should fit the home site and the way the family will live in it.
We start by learning what you want to build, where the project is located, what stage you are in, and what your priorities are for the home.
Next, we review the lot or property, visible site conditions, access, utilities, slope, drainage, existing structures, intended layout, and any known constraints.
Once the goals and property conditions are understood, we help shape the construction direction. This may include reviewing plans, identifying key decisions, coordinating with design professionals where needed, and clarifying what the home needs to include.
After the scope is better defined, Cedar Grove Construction provides an estimate based on the planned work. Material selections, finish direction, structural details, and permit-related needs should be coordinated before construction begins whenever possible.
Construction may include site preparation, excavation, foundation, framing, roofing, windows, exterior finishes, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, insulation, drywall, cabinets, countertops, flooring, tile, trim, paint, fixtures, garage work, outdoor living connections, and final details.
A custom home build involves many steps and decisions. Cedar Grove Construction focuses on clear communication, realistic expectations, and steady coordination throughout the project.
At completion, we review the finished home, address final details, and make sure the home is ready for use.
These guys have done an amazing job helping restore several of our properties. Honest and hard-working.
A custom home project may connect to several parts of the property. Cedar Grove Construction can also help with:
When remodeling is a better fit than building new
When the existing home needs more space
When the home includes a lower level
For major kitchen upgrades and layout improvements
When the property needs secondary structures
When the home connects to decks, pergolas, patio covers, patios, outdoor kitchens, or fire features
Cedar Grove Construction builds custom homes and complete home builds throughout Northern Utah County and Southern Salt Lake County.
Our custom home service area includes Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, Lehi, Alpine, Highland, Cedar Hills, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, Draper, Bluffdale, Herriman, Riverton, South Jordan, Sandy, Midvale, Cottonwood Heights, and nearby communities.
Instead of trying to serve every part of Utah, Cedar Grove Construction focuses on the communities where we can provide responsive service, careful planning, and dependable construction for homeowners who want their project done right.
Take a look at recent home projects completed by Cedar Grove Construction to see the quality, craftsmanship, and design detail we bring to every home.
Yes. Cedar Grove Construction builds custom homes and complete home builds for homeowners in Utah County and Salt Lake County, with a focus on Northern Utah County and Southern Salt Lake County.
A custom home is a new home built from the ground up. A remodel updates or changes an existing home. Some homeowners compare both options when deciding whether to build new, renovate, add onto the home, or replace an older structure.
Yes. Cedar Grove Construction can help homeowners build on their own lot where property conditions, access, utilities, city requirements, and project scope allow. The first step is reviewing the property and understanding what the lot can support.
Custom home cost depends on the size of the home, lot conditions, excavation, foundation, basement scope, framing complexity, roof design, exterior materials, kitchen and bathroom finish level, garage size, utility connections, permits, engineering, selections, and overall finish level.
The timeline depends on property conditions, plans, permits, site work, weather, material selections, inspections, home size, finish level, and project complexity. Cedar Grove Construction can help set expectations once the project scope and property are better understood.
Yes. New home construction requires permits, inspections, and city or county review. Requirements vary by location, lot conditions, utilities, design, and project scope.
Yes. Cedar Grove Construction can help homeowners think through whether a custom home, home addition, whole home remodel, basement finish, or other improvement makes the most sense based on the property, existing home, budget, and long-term goals.
Yes. A custom home can be planned with a basement, garage, deck, pergola, patio cover, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, or other outdoor living features. These elements are often easier to coordinate when they are considered early in the planning process.
Cedar Grove Construction builds custom homes throughout Northern Utah County and Southern Salt Lake County, including Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, Lehi, Alpine, Highland, Cedar Hills, Pleasant Grove, American Fork, Draper, Bluffdale, Herriman, Riverton, South Jordan, Sandy, Midvale, Cottonwood Heights, and nearby communities.
A custom home starts with a vision, but it becomes real through planning, communication, and careful construction.
Whether you are building on your own lot, planning a complete home build, replacing an older structure, or comparing new construction with a major remodel, Cedar Grove Construction can help you understand the next step.
Tell us what you want your new home to become. We will help you think through the project and decide the best path forward.
