Bill Taute Homes: Custom Builds, Remodeling, and ADUs in Austin, TX
Bill Taute Homes is a residential construction company based in Austin, Texas, offering a range of services including custom home builds, home remodeling, additions, and accessory dwelling unit (ADU) construction. With roots going back to 1993, the company has built a track record in the Austin area working across a variety of residential project types.
Their work spans everything from kitchen and bathroom remodeling to full custom home construction and detached ADU builds. For homeowners looking to expand their property's functionality, Bill Taute Homes positions itself as an experienced ADU contractor capable of designing and building units suited to individual lot conditions and homeowner needs.
ADU Construction and Accessory Dwelling Units
Bill Taute Homes offers custom accessory dwelling unit construction in Austin. These units are designed to serve a variety of purposes, including guest accommodations, in-law suites, rental units, or additional living space for extended family. As an ADU builder, the company works with homeowners to develop units that are compatible with their existing property and architecture.
An accessory dwelling unit is a secondary residential structure located on the same lot as a primary home. These can take different forms, such as detached ADUs, attached units, or garage conversions. Each unit typically includes a kitchen, bathroom, and sleeping area, making them fully functional living spaces. In a growing city like Austin, ADUs can also offer homeowners the opportunity to generate rental income or increase overall property value.
Bill Taute Homes approaches each ADU project with attention to how the new structure integrates with the existing home and lot. Whether the goal is a backyard cottage, a granny flat, or a Casita-style unit, the company works through the design and construction process with the homeowner directly involved.
Additional Services Offered
Beyond ADU construction, Bill Taute Homes provides a broader set of residential services for Austin homeowners:
- Home Remodeling – Interior renovations tailored to the homeowner's vision and Austin's architectural character.
- Home Additions – Structural expansions designed to blend with existing architecture.
- Kitchen Remodeling – Updates focused on functionality and design.
- Bathroom Remodeling – Upgrades that balance comfort and style.
- Custom Barn Builds – Structures built for storage, livestock, or event use.
- Custom Home Builds – New construction with client-driven design choices throughout.
The company is a member of CBUSA Austin, a group of custom builders that leverage collective buying power to secure competitive pricing from preferred vendors. This arrangement is intended to pass cost benefits on to clients during the building process.
Bill Taute Homes is also a member of the Austin Energy Green Building Program, building homes with energy-efficient and environmentally conscious materials. Their builds are designed to meet a three-star rating under this program.
Their construction process includes an initial in-person consultation, access to an online client portal for tracking schedules and progress, and a final walkthrough before project completion. A warranty process is also discussed at the close of each project.
The company works with a vetted network of subcontractors and vendors, developed over more than two decades of operating in the Austin market. Each vendor relationship is reviewed on an ongoing basis to maintain consistent quality across projects.
