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address: "PO Box 530025, Debary, Florida 32753, United States"
latitude: 28.8833
longitude: -81.3092
phone: "(386) 734-5238"
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rating: 5
review_count: 4
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# Empire Custom Builders, Inc.

Original Houzz profile: [Empire Custom Builders, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/empire-custom-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~1736994720)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Home Builders
- **Location:** Debary, FL
- **Serves:** DeBary
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (4 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves

Empire Custom Builders was founded by fourth generation builder, Matt Joyce. Matt is an award-winning contractor with over 500 projects completed.

Empire Custom Builders is a family owned business; we know how important it is to have a home that is truly your own and in a community that you support and believe in. We're proud to have completed custom home and renovation projects in some of Central Florida's most premier neighborhoods. Our team, process, and project will help you fall in love all over again with your home!

View our portfolio and learn more at http://www.empirecustombuilders.net

### Services Provided

- New Home Construction
- Custom Homes
- Home Remodeling
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Multigenerational Homes
- Pool House Design & Construction
- Garage Building
- Floor Plans
- Drafting
- Handicap-Accessible Design

### Areas Served

- DeBary

### Typical Job Cost

$100,000 - 2 million

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | Empire Custom Builders, Inc. |
| Address | PO Box 530025, Debary, Florida 32753, United States |
| Phone | (386) 734-5238 |
| Website | http://www.empirecustombuilders.net |
| License Number | \#CBC1250621, \#CCC1329181 |
| Followers on Houzz | 82 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — http://www.facebook.com/empirecustombuilders
- Blog — http://www.empirecustombuilders.net/blog

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [Empire Custom Builders, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/empire-custom-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~1736994720)
- **Website:** http://www.empirecustombuilders.net
- **Phone:** (386) 734-5238

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- \> Multiple First Place Parade Of Homes Awards
- \> Voted BEST GENERAL CONTRACTOR by News Journal Magazine

**Affiliations**
- [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019)
- [Florida Home Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/florida-home-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~1922617990)
- [Volusia Home Builders Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/volusia-home-builders-association-pfvwus-pf~60340066)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 4 reviews**

### All 4 reviews

**★★★★★ — green766, Feb. 2017**

> If you appreciate honesty, integrity, and quality craftsmanship, Empire Custom Builder is your Builder. We have been extremely satisfied throughout the entire building process and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to build or remodel. Matt and his team have been extremely professional and accommodating to our needs. You will not find another builder with the attention to detail and high level of communication.

**★★★★★ — sherjer1, Feb. 2015**

> We selected Empire Custom Builders, Inc. to build our retirement dream home.  It proved to be the best decision of our lives!  This company stands for integrity in the highest degree.  Their knowledge and experience of the industry craft is second to none.  They completed our home in less time than originally specified and under budget.  We received money back in savings from this builder which is unheard of in this business!!  It was an absolute dream dealing with this company because of their stellar customer service skills.  There were no problems whatsoever and their attention to detail is outstanding.  This company will NOT disappoint and we guarantee you will love the end result!

**★★★★★ — Margaret Summers, Aug. 2014**

> Excellent contractor and fun to work with on projects.  We used Matt Joyce of Empire this year for a total redo of our kitchen and the work was exceptional.  I do recommend moving out of your house during a renovation - at least for part of the initial time.  We ended up not moving back in until it was totally complete - the dust was just too much for us.  And we were not even in the area for the first 6 weeks which was really nice because I didn't have to see the kitchen destroyed in preparation for the new one.
>
> I did hire a designer, Beverly Brock, as I did not want to make any big mistakes in selecting all the elements.  I'm glad I did because if I hadn't I would still be at the plumbing store picking out a sink!  Ditto for everything else that had to be picked out.
>
> The appliances (Miele) and cabinetry (Brookhaven) were from Signature Kitchens in Lake Mary.  I have review on them separate from this review.

**★★★★★ — kandkdye, Jan. 2014**

> This firm can do it all! They have built my home, built my commercial building and remodeled my home. Attention to detail is a priority. The remodeling project was $100,000 and we lived in the home while being done.  They made sure to keep as clean as possible and it came out great!

## Selected projects

- [Turnbull Bay Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/turnbull-bay-custom-home-pj-vj~2995164)
  - Location: New Smyrna Beach, FL
  - Photos: 18
- [New Smyrna Beach Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-smyrna-beach-custom-home-pj-vj~2426271)
  - Location: New Smyrna Beach, FL
  - Photos: 25
- [Mt. Dora Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mt-dora-custom-home-pj-vj~2281156)
  - Location: Mount Dora, FL
  - Photos: 16
- [DeLand Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/deland-custom-home-pj-vj~1801891)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 21
- [Volusia County Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/volusia-county-custom-home-pj-vj~1205498)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 24
- [Winter Park Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/winter-park-custom-home-pj-vj~1205223)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 16
  - Description: "When it came time to build our second home, we knew right away who to call. Now that the construction is complete, we know without question that we made the right decision. From the outset, Matt Joyce and his staff at Empire Custom Builders hit the ground running. Even though our custom home was built very quickly, quality construction and attention to detail were not sacrificed. Matt always had our best interests in mind throughout the entire process and we could not be more pleased with the w…
- [Lake Mary Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-mary-custom-home-pj-vj~1205475)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: “My wife and I moved our family from Chicago after having built our “dream home” there and never thought we would find anyone to match the positive experience we had. We were more than pleased to have found Empire Custom Builders! Matt Joyce and his staff far exceeded any expectations we had. The company’s attention to details and, more importantly, customer service, are in our opinion, are rarely found.” - Customer
- [Apopka Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/apopka-custom-home-pj-vj~1205459)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 6
  - Description: "Troy and I couldn't be more pleased with our experience with Empire Custom Builders. Matt and the team were professional, conscientious, and knowledgeable, making our custom dream home a reality. Friends and family always comment on the beautiful work, but our favorite comment was from a neighbor that said: "Wow! This place looks like it belongs on HGTV!" the first time she walked inside. Thanks Empire Custom Builders!" - Customer
- [Sanford Custom Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sanford-custom-home-pj-vj~1205275)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: “It was a pleasure to work with Matt Joyce and his staff during the construction of our custom built dream home. From the very beginning, the employees exceeded our expectations every step of the way. Matt’s attention to detail, from the smallest detail to the overall plan, was unsurpassed, throughout the construction process. Empire always considered our vision and helped us to achieve it, thanks so much for your help!” - Customer

[See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/empire-custom-builders-inc-pfvwus-pf~1736994720)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Chandelier?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you tell me name/brand of the chandelier and where I can find it?  Thanks!

A: Unfortunately we do not have the brand on file. The fixture was purchased from Lightstyles of Orlando

**Q: Where did you purchase  the pendant lighting?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: the fixtures were purchased at Lightstyles of Orlando.

**Q: Where are the pendants from?** *(in Photo Questions)*

over the island

A: Those fixtures were purchased by the designer from LightStyles in Orlando.

**Q: Island size** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you give me the dimensions?

A: the island base is 48"x84"

**Q: Exterior colors** *(in Photo Questions)*

Lovely! Could I get the exterior paint colors please?

A: The body color is SW6003 and the trim is SW7004. Both Sherwin Williams

**Q: Paint color** *(in Photo Questions)*

What is the wall paint color?

A: the paint is Sherwin Williams Light French Gray   color code is- sw0055

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-18.*