Kansas City Metro · The Northland
Custom Home Builder
Smithville, Missouri
Ground-up custom homes and whole-home renovations in a growing Northland community anchored by Smithville Lake.
Featured Work
Featured Craftsmanship Near Smithville
What We Do in Smithville
Custom Building & Renovation Services
Custom Home Building
Ground-up custom homes on remaining lots, including lots near Smithville Lake.
Learn More →Kitchen Remodeling
Open kitchens built for gathering, finished to hold up through real Missouri seasons.
Learn More →Bathroom Remodeling
Primary suites rebuilt with genuine spa-level finishes.
Learn More →Multifamily Construction
Design-build management for multi-unit residential projects.
Learn More →Apartment Construction
Design-build management for apartment and multi-unit projects.
Learn More →Commercial Construction
One accountable team for commercial and tenant-improvement construction.
Learn More →Commercial Roofing
Roofing scoped and managed with the same accountable process.
Learn More →Corporate Housing
Furnished extended-stay housing for relocations and renovation timelines.
Learn More →Home Remodeling
Whole-home renovations that update structure, systems, and finishes.
Learn More →Home Additions
Room additions and second stories tied cleanly into your existing home.
Learn More →Project Gallery
Recent Hickok Homes Craftsmanship
Why Hickok Homes
Built Without Compromise
Design-Build Expertise
An award-winning team recognized as a top custom home builder across our Arizona and Kansas City-area markets.
Exceptional Craftsmanship
One team accountable for design, budget, and construction from start to finish.
Transparent Project Management
Line-item budgets before construction begins, so allowances and change orders are never a surprise.
Thoughtful Planning
A vetted trade bench of long-standing partners who deliver consistent craftsmanship project after project.
Smithville Expertise
Building Considerations in Smithville
Our Smithville projects span both new builds on remaining lots and whole-home renovations, all run by a single accountable project management team from initial budget through final walkthrough. Because housing stock here spans several different decades and builders, and because lots near the lake carry their own site considerations, we start every project with a careful assessment of the existing structure, systems, and site before finalizing scope and budget.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
“James and his team did a spectacular job on our remodel. Everyone comments on how beautiful the house is now.”
Phillip Wolff Google Review
“As an architect, Hickok Homes is a special builder to work with. James cares deeply about quality and details. His team can execute designs within real budgets and on real schedules.”
Charlie Russell Google Review
“Hickok Homes takes immense pride in their craftsmanship. From the foundation to the finishing touches, every aspect of their homes is meticulously executed.”
Tiff Google Review
Communities We Serve Near Smithville
Smithville — Frequently Asked Questions
Does Hickok Homes build custom homes in Smithville?
Yes. We build ground-up custom homes on remaining lots throughout Smithville, including lots near Smithville Lake, as part of our broader Kansas City metro market.
How long does it take to build a custom home in Smithville?
Most fully custom homes in the area take 10 to 16 months to construct once permits are issued, depending on size, site conditions, and finish level.
Does Hickok Homes handle whole-home renovations in Smithville?
Yes. Whole-home renovations are one of the most common projects we take on in Smithville, often reconciling an older home’s structure and systems with a homeowner’s current vision.
Can you finish a basement as part of a renovation?
Yes. Finishing a basement to add genuine living space is one of the most common renovation requests we see in Smithville.
Do you build or renovate homes near Smithville Lake?
Yes. We build and renovate homes on lots near the lake, confirming any shoreline-related review tied to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ management of the lake before finalizing a design.
What part of the Kansas City metro is Smithville in?
Smithville is in Clay County, in the Northland — the part of the Kansas City metro north of the Missouri River.
Does Hickok Homes handle commercial and multifamily construction in Smithville?
Yes. We provide commercial general contracting, multifamily construction, apartment construction, and commercial roofing services in Smithville in addition to our residential work.
Does Hickok Homes handle permitting in Smithville and Clay County?
Yes. We coordinate directly with the City of Smithville’s building department and Clay County’s standard inspections throughout every project.
Can Hickok Homes work with my own architect?
Yes. We partner with independent architects and designers, coordinating construction documents and permitting around a design already underway.
Is Hickok Homes experienced building in both the Kansas City area and Arizona?
Yes. We’ve built in both the four-season Kansas City market, including Smithville, and the desert conditions around Scottsdale, so our construction specifications are engineered for the climate you’re actually building in.
