r/Homebuilding

306k members
r/Homebuilding is a subreddit with 306k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and pain & anger, and the community frequently discusses struggling with, builder, worst, building, and contractor, and they frequently recommend/review kitchen appliances, caulk, and material.
This sub is for discussion and questions concerning all aspects of the home building process - whether in a development by a large builder, custom homes, or DIY projects. While the perspective is generally that of the (future) homeowner, topics from builders and contractors are welcome. NSFW content will result in a ban. Self-promotion and ads are not permitted. No politics.

Popular Themes in r/Homebuilding

#1
Advice Requests
: "Operation hindsight update month 65ish"
14 posts
#2
Pain & Anger
: "Austin inspector blocking power over code violations he saw through a window. Closing Thursday. What can I do?"
5 posts
#3
Solution Requests
: "Is this exposed flashing between vinyl siding and stone veneer normal? How should it be fixed?"
3 posts
#4
Ideas
: "Ideas/what would you improve for this floorplan? 2 story w/ basement house + basement apartment + detached garage ADU"
1 post

Popular Topics in r/Homebuilding

#1

Struggling With

7 posts
#2

Builder

7 posts
#3

Worst

6 posts
#4

Building

5 posts
#5

Contractor

5 posts
#6

Tools

4 posts
#7

Construction

4 posts
#8

Looking For Builder

3 posts
#9

Roof

2 posts
#10

Remodel

2 posts

Products Discussed in r/Homebuilding

#1
Bosch
4.4 from 9 reviews
#2
Whirlpool
3.9 from 7 reviews
#3
LG
3.3 from 4 reviews

Caulk

16 reviews
#1
Silicone
5.0 from 2 reviews
#2
Quad
4.5 from 2 reviews
#3
Sherwin Williams Maxflex
4.0 from 1 review

Material

10 reviews
#1
Pavers
4.0 from 5 reviews
#2
Stamped Concrete
3.0 from 2 reviews
#3
Belgard Pavers
5.0 from 1 review

Member Growth in r/Homebuilding

Yearly
+71k members(30.4%)

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Last updated: August 12, 2026