East Tennessee Barndominium Builder
Plan your East Tennessee barndominium with one local team—from the steel building package and concrete foundation to permitting, trade coordination, and turnkey construction.
Local guidance. American-made steel. Licensed construction support.
- Licensed Tennessee general contractor · Tennessee GC License #14864
- Metal America Premier Dealer
- American-made steel building options
- Local ownership and personal project review
- Financing options subject to lender approval and availability
Choose the right level of involvement
| Option | Best for | Typical scope |
|---|---|---|
| Building package | Owners managing their own construction | Engineered steel package and available building options |
| Installed shell | Owners who want the structure erected | Building package plus installation, with project-specific exclusions confirmed before agreement |
| Turnkey construction | Owners seeking one coordinated team | Concrete, permitting, trade coordination, and licensed general-contracting support through completion |
How the process works
- Share the property and vision. Tell us the ZIP code, land status, intended use, approximate size, budget, and timeline.
- Choose the project scope. Compare a building package, installed shell, and turnkey construction.
- Review site and design requirements. Confirm access, foundation, utilities, permitting, engineering, and financing considerations.
- Move forward with a defined plan. Final scope, pricing, responsibilities, and schedule are documented before work begins.
Serving Knoxville and East Tennessee
Our primary service area includes Knoxville, Maryville and Blount County, Sevierville and Sevier County, Lenoir City and Loudon County, Oak Ridge and Anderson County, Jefferson City and Jefferson County, and Morristown and Hamblen County. Availability depends on the site, project scope, delivery requirements, and schedule.
What affects a barndominium budget?
Total project cost depends on the building size and engineering, property access, grading, concrete, utilities, interior finishes, permitting, labor, and selected level of service. Sharing a realistic budget early helps us recommend an appropriate package, shell, or turnkey path. Any pricing is confirmed only after project details and exclusions are reviewed.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to own land before starting?
You may begin planning before purchasing land, but the final property affects setbacks, access, grading, utilities, permitting, foundation requirements, and total cost.
Can you help with concrete and permitting?
Depending on the location and selected scope, we can coordinate concrete-foundation requirements, permitting guidance, and qualified trade partners as part of a defined construction plan.
Is financing available?
Financing programs may be available for qualified customers and projects. All financing is subject to application, lender approval, program terms, and availability.
What happens after I submit the project form?
We personally review the property, desired building, scope, budget, and timeline. We then contact you to confirm missing details and recommend the most practical next step. Submitting a request does not commit you to a purchase.
Warranty responsibilities
Work performed directly by Smoky Mountain Barndominiums and Custom Homes includes a standard one-year builder’s warranty, subject to the final written construction agreement, scope, exclusions, and applicable terms. The metal building package and its components are covered by separate manufacturer or supplier warranties provided and serviced by Metal America. We review the applicable warranty responsibilities before the project agreement is finalized.
Meet the local owners
Casey McClure, co-owner and customer-experience lead, brings more than 25 years of sales, operations, and vendor-relationship experience. A Marine Corps veteran, longtime small-business owner, and Knoxville resident, he helps customers compare practical options without pressure or confusion.
Dave Carter Jr., co-owner and licensed Tennessee general contractor, brings decades of hands-on building knowledge developed through his family’s Appalachian Log & Timber Homes business and full project execution.
Start with a personal project review
Bring us the land details, ZIP code, building vision, budget, and timeline. We’ll help you understand the options and identify the next step.
Project planning and sales: Casey McClure — 865-368-6504 · casey.mcclure1976@gmail.com
Construction questions: David Carter Jr. — 865-389-1441 · dlcarter@alhloghomes.com