Transforming Land into the Foundation of Your Dream Home

Trusted Site Development Partners for a Seamless Homebuilding Experience

Build Your Home on a Solid Foundation

Seamless Site Development with Trusted Experts
At DeTray’s Custom Housing, we know that a well-prepared site is the first step toward building your dream home. While we don’t handle the construction work ourselves, we connect you with a network of experienced site development contractors we’ve partnered with for years. From land analysis to final grading, these trusted professionals ensure your property is ready for construction.

Our close relationships with these contractors mean you’ll have access to proven experts who understand the unique needs of custom home sites. With DeTray’s as your guide, the process is simpler, more efficient, and tailored to your specific needs.

Key Steps in Site Development

Comprehensive Solutions for Every Stage

Land Acquisition

Our team will assist in selecting the ideal plot based on size, location, and topography to suit your dream home.

Site Analysis

Partnering with contractors, we help ensure your land is assessed for soil quality, drainage, and existing utilities so you’re set up for success.

Permits and Approvals

Your contractor will guide you through the permitting process and local zoning and regulatory requirements.

Site Preparation

Our trusted contractors handle clearing, grading, excavating, and leveling to prepare the land for your custom home.

Utility Installation

Your chosen contractors will help you coordinate essential utilities like water, sewer, electricity, and gas, ensuring everything is properly connected.

Drainage Design

Experts create systems to manage rainwater runoff, protecting your home from potential flooding.

Environmental Considerations

Addressing environmental concerns, ensuring your site development aligns with local regulations and sustainability standards.

Design Integration

Contractors collaborate closely with you and your Housing Consultants to integrate your home’s layout with the natural features of the land.

Our Happy Clients Say It Best

Beautiful Homes in all sizes!

"We are retired and needed a smaller home. We visited DeTray's and found personable, helpful, informed staff to assist us. We also found ...
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Larry J

Beautiful Homes in all sizes!

"We are retired and needed a smaller home. We visited DeTray's and found personable, helpful, informed staff to assist us. We also found beautiful homes in all sizes. We purchased a double manufactured home that we are very excited to move into when it is completed and set up. Great people and products!"
Larry J
Larry J

Goes Above & Beyond!

"Everyone there goes above & beyond to help you. The homes are beautiful."
Jan G

Goes Above & Beyond!

"Everyone there goes above & beyond to help you. The homes are beautiful."
Jan G
Jan G

Extremely Happy!

"They just did our new home in ocean shores and we are extremely happy. They did a beautiful job and are really nice to work with. ...
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Penny S

Extremely Happy!

"They just did our new home in ocean shores and we are extremely happy. They did a beautiful job and are really nice to work with. I highly recommend them!"
Penny S
Penny S

Many Choices!

"Many choices wonderful staff. Several homes to tour."
Debra M

Many Choices!

"Many choices wonderful staff. Several homes to tour."
Debra M
Debra M

Outstanding, no pressure sales!

"Jonathan Williams exudes the finest qualities in a Sales Consultant, professional, knowledgeable and no pressure sales... Outstanding!"
Leonard E

Outstanding, no pressure sales!

"Jonathan Williams exudes the finest qualities in a Sales Consultant, professional, knowledgeable and no pressure sales... Outstanding!"
Leonard E
Leonard E

Enjoyed the Interior Design!

"Several models on site, staff has been there a long time and are very knowledgeable I enjoyed the interior design some of the models!"
John M

Enjoyed the Interior Design!

"Several models on site, staff has been there a long time and are very knowledgeable I enjoyed the interior design some of the models!"
John M
John M

A Pleasure to work with!

"My husband and I visited the Puyallup location and met with the team. He showed us a few models, was very friendly, knowledgeable ...
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Cherie A

A Pleasure to work with!

"My husband and I visited the Puyallup location and met with the team. He showed us a few models, was very friendly, knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with!"
Cherie A
Cherie A

Great place to checkout Mobile Homes!

"Great place to check out mobile homes. They have single, double and triple-wides to tour. Very nice people in the office too."
C A Schmit

Great place to checkout Mobile Homes!

"Great place to check out mobile homes. They have single, double and triple-wides to tour. Very nice people in the office too."
C A Schmit
C A Schmit

Exceptional, Easy & Fun!

"My Mother and I had the pleasure of Working with Lora at Detrays. Lora is exceptional!!! She has made the home buying process easy ...
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David C

Exceptional, Easy & Fun!

"My Mother and I had the pleasure of Working with Lora at Detrays. Lora is exceptional!!! She has made the home buying process easy and fun! I would recommend Lora at Detrays to anyone looking for a manufactured home 1000 times over. Lora is a true professional and extremely knowledgeable and honest about every step of the process."
David C
David C

Beautiful, Very Clean & Well-Decorated!

"When we walked in it smelled so good inside. They were open still at 5:30. A real bonus during the covid19. Lora was sweet ...
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Falon C

Beautiful, Very Clean & Well-Decorated!

"When we walked in it smelled so good inside. They were open still at 5:30. A real bonus during the covid19. Lora was sweet and very informative. The houses were very clean and well decorated. Absolutely beautiful! The property was beautifully landscaped. I want to do business with them. I look forward to going back."
Falon C
Falon C

Work With Us

1. Choose Your Model

Explore our 100+ floor plans to find your ideal design. Visit our model homes in Puyallup to experience the quality and gain inspiration.

2. Collaborate & Sign Agreement

Work with our team to customize your design and project plan, including any modifications and land prep. Then, sign an Earnest Money Purchase Agreement with a deposit.

3. Secure Financing

Complete a credit application, and we’ll submit it to a lender to start pre-qualification. Already have financing? We’ll coordinate with your lender for a smooth process.

4. Site Evaluation

A licensed and bonded general contractor meets you on-site to assess access, modifications, and needed improvements. You’ll receive an estimated bid for these improvements.

5. Order Home & Start Land Improvements

Your contractor handles permits and site prep from land clearing to utility installation. Once we obtain your permit, your home order is placed with your builder and shared with you.

6. Delivery & Move-In

We’ll deliver and install you home with our certified team, completing the setup, flooring installation, and finishing touches. After final approval, you’ll have a warranty orientation, receive your keys, and are ready to move in!
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