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Precision Homes & Design Builds Custom Homes In Orem, Utah

At Precision Homes & Design, we are both the designer and builder. The perfect combination for the perfect home. We are fanatical about precision and perfection.

  • Custom Home Design
  • Custom Home Build
  • No replanning
  • No mistakes

 

Historic Salt Lake and Utah Railroad depot in snowy Orem Utah with vintage truck and leafless trees.

Hello and welcome to Orem.

Often called “Family City USA,” Orem is one of Utah County’s most established and thriving communities. Centrally located between Provo and Lindon, Orem offers immediate access to Utah Lake, the Wasatch Mountains, educational institutions, shopping districts, and a wide variety of entertainment options. With its mature neighborhoods, excellent infrastructure, and growing tech corridor, Orem appeals to families, students, and professionals alike.

Orem features a strong commercial hub anchored by University Place, one of the region’s largest and most modern shopping and lifestyle centers. The city also benefits from the presence of Utah Valley University, which drives cultural events, performances, and continued economic development. Residents enjoy numerous parks, well-kept trails, community programs, excellent schools, and proximity to both outdoor recreation and urban conveniences.

For those interested in building a custom home in Orem, Precision Homes & Design offers a valuable advantage. While Orem is densely developed, select infill lots, east-bench parcels, and redevelopment opportunities allow homeowners to create a tailored living space in one of Utah County’s most strategically located cities. Precision Homes & Design specializes in maximizing limited-space lot designs, creating luxury builds, and integrating architectural styles that suit Orem’s established neighborhoods and mountain-facing views.

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Orem, Utah History

Learn some fun fact about Orem, as your potential new hometown.

Incorporated in 1919, Orem, Utah, began as the “Provo Bench,” an agricultural area settled in 1849. It was renamed to honor Walter C. Orem, a railroad operator, and transformed from sagebrush to orchards via irrigation. Known as a “Family City USA,” it evolved from a farming community into a modern commercial suburb and tech hub. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Key Historical Highlights:

  • Settlement & Agriculture: Originally settled in 1849 by Mormon pioneers, the area was known for its “bench” land, ideal for fruit orchards.
  • The Railroad Influence: The city is named after Walter C. Orem, who operated the Orem Line, an electric railway connecting Salt Lake City and Provo in the early 20th century.
  • Incorporation: Formally incorporated as a city in 1919 to formally manage its growing agricultural community, defying the typical Mormon pattern of living in town and farming outside.
  • Development: Historically known for its orchards, particularly cherries and peaches, which were later replaced by residential and commercial development, specifically along State Street.
  • Modern Era: Known today as a major commercial hub and the home of Utah Valley University. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]
  1. https://orem.gov/about-orem/
  2. https://www.uen.org/utah_history_encyclopedia/o/OREM.shtml
  3. https://mwdl.org/mwdl-collections/orem-ut-history-books/
  4. https://www.britannica.com/place/Orem
  5. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/66u9qPIDOrU
  6. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gc1-46URSrU
  7. https://www.ksl.com/article/32338471/videos-show-orem-state-street-in-1947-1966

Precision Homes & Design Serves Orem, Utah

Custom Home Design

Precision Homes & Design approaches custom home design as a collaborative planning process where your goals, lifestyle, and long‑term needs guide every decision. Their team works closely with you to translate ideas into detailed architectural plans that reflect how you want to live today and in the future. Thoughtful design planning can have a lasting impact: the National Association of Home Builders reports that “buyers consistently rank layout and functionality among the most important aspects of a home’s design” (NAHB, What Home Buyers Really Want Study). By partnering with Precision Homes & Design, you gain a design team focused on creating a home that fits your vision while aligning with proven planning principles that enhance comfort, efficiency, and long‑term value.

Custom Home Build

Building a custom home requires technical skill, coordination, and transparency. Precision Homes & Design manages the full construction process—from site preparation to final finishes—so you have a clear path from plans to a completed home. Precision Homes & Design is ranked in the top 2% of 74,376 licensed Utah contractors on Buildzoom, reflecting strong performance and customer satisfaction metrics tracked by the platform (Zoombuild Contractor Rankings). With experienced project management and a focus on craftsmanship, homeowners can move through construction with confidence, knowing the process is guided by professionals who specialize in custom homes.

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From Real Customers

From BuildZoom:

“Their BuildZoom score of 114 ranks in the top 2% of 74,376 Utah licensed contractors.

LeeRen is truly a precision man. Vernal City loves, loves, .loves his blue prints. They told us they had never seen anyone so precise in drawing house plans. No need to red line. He has it down. And he builds that way as well. We love the house he built for us in our senior years: no stairs, wide hall ways, wide door ways, step in shower, as well as many other features. If you want it done right, call LeeRen!

Sonya Ray

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LeeRen helped us with a total gut job reno of our kitchen and mudroom. … He was quick to respond to every ignorant question I had. He would come and show me everything. He made sure we had a final product we are thrilled with at a price point we are also very happy with. He was remarkably on time and his subs were responsive and did a great job. There was one small detail in the stucco that I wasn’t happy with and the sub was back the very next day and fixed it perfectly. I couldn’t recommend him enough. Thank you LeeRen.

Suzette Trimble

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Precision Homes & Design creates some of the most clean, clear, accurate, and precise construction plan sets I have ever worked with. They truly understand how projects are built, and produce drawings that reflect this knowledge. I always look forward to working with them.

Cable Murray

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Get to know Orem, Utah

More reasons why you might want to choose Orem as your hometown.

Schools

Public Schools (Alpine School District)

  • Bonneville Elementary (K–6) – Consistent academic growth and strong parent engagement.
  • Cherry Hill Elementary (K–6) – Recognized for solid math and reading proficiency.
  • Foothill Elementary (K–6) – Positive school climate and steady achievement scores.
  • Hillcrest Elementary (K–6) – Well-rated for student progress.
  • Northridge Elementary (K–6) – Strong literacy outcomes.
  • Orchard Elementary (K–6) – Community-focused campus with stable performance.
  • Sharon Elementary (K–6) – High parent satisfaction.
  • Suncrest Elementary (K–6) – Recognized for academic consistency.
  • Westmore Elementary (K–6) – Strong support programs and growth metrics.
  • Windsor Elementary (K–6) – Consistent proficiency performance.
  • Canyon View Junior High (7–9) – Strong STEM and extracurricular programs.
  • Lakeridge Junior High (7–9) – High participation in arts and athletics.
  • Orem Junior High (7–9) – Established academic stability.
  • Mountain View High School (10–12) – Competitive athletics and AP course offerings.
  • Orem High School (10–12) – Strong college-readiness programs and extracurricular depth.

Alpine School District: https://alpineschools.org

Colleges & Universities (Located in Orem)

  • Utah Valley University (UVU) – Large public university offering 250+ degree programs; major regional employer. https://www.uvu.edu
    Nearby (10 minutes)
  • Brigham Young University (Provo) – Nationally recognized private university. https://www.byu.edu

Healthcare

Hospitals (Adjacent Access)

  • Intermountain Utah Valley Hospital (Provo) – Full-service regional hospital approx. 5–10 minutes south.
  • Timpanogos Regional Hospital (Pleasant Grove) – Full-service hospital approx. 10 minutes north.

Urgent Care

  • Multiple urgent care clinics located throughout Orem (5+ locations).

Pharmacies (Numerous Locations)

  • Walgreens
  • CVS Pharmacy
  • Walmart Pharmacy
  • Smith’s Pharmacy

Specialty Care

  • Revere Health multi-specialty clinics.

Extensive dental, pediatric, orthopedic, and women’s health providers.

Utilities

Electricity: Orem City Power – https://orem.gov
Natural Gas: Enbridge Gas Utah – https://www.enbridgegas.com
Water/Sewer: Orem City Utilities – https://orem.gov
Internet/Fiber: Google Fiber, Xfinity, CenturyLink, and other fiber providers (varies by neighborhood).

City Services

City Government: https://orem.gov
Police Department: Orem Police Department
Fire Department: Orem Fire Department
Waste Collection: City-managed sanitation services
Library: Orem Public Library – https://orem.gov
Permitting & Building Department: https://orem.gov
Parks & Recreation: https://orem.gov

Orem maintains an extensive park system and community recreation programming.

Commutes

Major Highways:

  • Interstate 15 (multiple exits)
  • State Street (US‑89).

Public Transit:

  • UTA bus routes and Orem FrontRunner commuter rail station.

Road Conditions:

  • Well-maintained city grid
  • Reliable winter snow removal.

Airports:

  • Provo Airport (PVU) – approx. 8 miles south.
  • Salt Lake City International Airport – approx. 40 miles north.

Employment Centers

  • Utah Valley University – Major employer within city.
  • Provo Business District – 5–10 minutes south.
  • Silicon Slopes (Lehi tech corridor) – approx. 15–20 minutes north.

Major retailers and regional commercial centers located along University Parkway.

Things To See & Do

Mount Timpanogos foothill trails – Hiking and panoramic valley views.
Murdock Canal Trail – Popular biking and walking corridor.
SCERA Center for the Arts – Historic theater and outdoor amphitheater.
University Place – Premier shopping and dining destination.
Nielsen’s Grove Park – One of Utah’s oldest public parks with beautiful landscaping.

PHD Frequently Asked Questions

We realize that not every question can be answered in a FAQ. If you have additional questions, please use our contact page to ask us anything about Custom Home Design and Build. We actually like questions.

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  • Is it less expensive to buy a home or build new?

    In our experience, it is less expensive to build a new home than to purchase an existing home. Sometimes a production builder can sell a newly built home for less, but the lack of QUALITY will be evident by promising work QUANTITY to their sub-contractors.

  • I am researching custom home builders, what makes your company different?

    We at Precision Homes & Design value quality and durability. To ensure this, we do things other builders don’t. Some of these are: We compact back-fill of dirt to reduce settling problems; We use more concrete reinforcing steel than the standard; We use brass plumbing fittings instead of plastic; We use screws instead of nails to fasten floor decking to joists to better eliminate possible floor squeaks.

  • Will a custom-designed, custom-built home be built with a higher standard of quality than those built by production builders?

    With Precision Homes & Design the answer is … Absolutely! We take pride in what we build and want our work to last for many decades with as few issues as possible.

  • How long does it take to build a home?

    A custom home typically takes about 6-8 months to build. Supply chain issues lately have been a headache for everyone, which the home-building industry has felt as well.

  • What are the downsides to a custom Home?

    Many decisions have to be made, but you get your vision of a home.