In new-home construction, many builders will low-ball their base price then surprise you with expensive upgrades. At Sposen Signature Homes we believe in delivering excellent standard features and only presenting meaningful upgrades — so your budget works harder. Here’s how we do value engineering the right way.
Few features capture the Southwest Florida lifestyle quite like pocketing glass slider doors. These expansive glass doors open wide to create an uninterrupted flow between your indoor living area and your lanai, letting you fully embrace Florida’s year-round sunshine.
Unlike traditional sliding doors—where one panel simply slides in front of another—pocketing sliders tuck neatly into a niche in the exterior wall, disappearing from indoor view when opened. This creates a smooth, open transition and a true indoor-outdoor connection that defines modern coastal living.
When you picture your future home, you probably imagine the kitchen layout, lanai, or pool. But before any of those dreams take shape, your home’s placement starts with three essential pieces of land surveying: plats, property lines, and setbacks. These factors determine where your home can be built, protect your investment, and ensure your property meets local codes in Lee County and across Southwest Florida.
Buying a lot in Cape Coral is exciting, but before you can break out the blueprints for your dream home, you’ve got to deal with what’s already growing there. A patch of pines or palms might be a future shady retreat, or it might be an invasive troublemaker that has to go. The trick is knowing which trees to keep, which to clear, and which ones the city won’t even let you touch. A little knowledge now can save you from big headaches later.
When you think about building a new home in Southwest Florida, elevation is usually top of mind. After all, flood zones and storm risk play a huge role in how and where homes are built. But if your lot isn’t connected to city utilities and requires a septic system instead, there’s another piece of the puzzle many people overlook until late in the process: the percolation, or “perc,” test.
A perc test doesn’t directly set the required elevation for your home, but it does play a key role in septic-dependent areas. The space and drainage needs of your septic design can influence the elevation, cost, and construction approach for your home.
When you picture building a new home, it’s easy to focus on the floor plan, finishes, and outdoor space. But behind every dream home is the unseen infrastructure that makes it all possible: utilities. Among the most important, and sometimes misunderstood, is electric service.
If you’re buying a vacant lot in Southwest Florida, knowing how electric hookups work can save you from unexpected costs and delays once it’s time to build.
If you’re thinking about building a home in Lee County—especially anywhere near the water—you’ve probably heard the term “flood zone.” Maybe your Realtor mentioned it, or maybe you saw it on a property listing. But what does it actually mean?
Here’s a simple guide to help you understand how flood zones work, why they matter, and what to watch out for when you’re building your dream home.
When it comes to protecting your home and family during Florida’s unpredictable hurricane season, building new offers clear advantages over older resale homes. New construction homes are built to meet the latest Florida Building Code requirements, incorporating structural improvements, materials, and technologies that simply weren’t available—or required—decades ago.
At Sposen Homes, we don’t just meet code, we go beyond it. From reinforced walls and impact-rated features to elevated foundations and integrated generator options, every element is designed with durability and safety in mind.
Cape Coral, Florida—known for its 400+ miles of canals, coastal charm, and booming growth, continues to be one of the most in-demand cities for new home construction. With major city improvements underway and prime land still available, 2025 is shaping up to be a strong year for building a semi-custom home in this fast-growing Southwest Florida market.
Here’s your updated guide to the best neighborhoods and areas in Cape Coral for new construction, plus insight into what’s driving demand.
When it comes to building a new home in Southwest Florida, time is important, especially when you’re eager to watch your dream home take shape. But with local permitting offices overwhelmed, delays can be inevitable. That’s why many reputable builders like Sposen Signature Homes turn to private providers to help keep your build on schedule.
