Our Story

Built on Resilience,
Partnership & Distinction

Drop Tine Homes was founded on a simple belief: a home should be as singular as the family who lives in it. This is the story of how a rare find in the field became the name behind Lubbock's most personal custom home builder.

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The Origin

Where the Name Began

A drop tine is one of the rarest marks nature leaves on a whitetail buck — an extra point growing downward from the main beam, occurring in only a fraction of a percent of deer. When founder Larry Wiebe harvested a rare drop-tine buck, it became more than a hunting story. It became a symbol.

Like the antler it's named for, Drop Tine Homes stands apart because of what makes it different, not despite it. Every home we build carries that same conviction: distinctive design, uncommon patience, and a willingness to do things the harder, better way.

Larry partnered with Chase Guetersloh to turn that philosophy into a company, and together they set out to build homes across Lubbock and West Texas that reflect the individuality of the families who live in them.

What the Name Represents

  • Resilience Built to withstand years of West Texas weather and generations of family life.
  • Partnership Founded on the collaboration between Larry and Chase, and extended to every client relationship.
  • Distinction A commitment to the rare, the uncommon, and the one-of-a-kind in every home we design.

Our Pillars

The Principles Behind Every Build

01

Quality Craftsmanship

Every material selection and structural decision is made with permanence in mind. We build homes meant to be lived in for decades, not just sold once.

02

Transparent Collaboration

From pricing to progress updates, clients are kept informed at every stage. No hidden costs, no vague timelines — just honest communication.

03

Homeowner Individuality

No two Drop Tine homes are alike. We design around how each family actually lives, not a one-size-fits-all floor plan.

Leadership

The People Behind Drop Tine

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Larry Wiebe

Co-Founder

The namesake behind Drop Tine Homes, Larry brings a builder's patience and a hunter's eye for the exceptional to every project he leads.

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Chase Guetersloh

Co-Founder

Chase pairs hands-on construction expertise with a sharp focus on process, ensuring every build stays on schedule and on standard.

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Siairra Tharp

Realtor

Siairra guides buyers through the real estate side of the journey, from lot selection to closing, with local market expertise across West Texas.

Our Process

Five Stages, One Home

From first conversation to handing you the keys, our process is built for clarity at every step.

01

Consultation

We learn your vision, lifestyle, and budget in a personal, no-pressure meeting.

02

Design & Planning

Floor plans, finishes, and lot selection are finalized together, in detail.

03

Groundbreaking

Site preparation and foundation work begin, with scheduled progress updates.

04

Construction

Our team builds with transparency, walking you through each milestone.

05

Key Handover

A final walkthrough, then the keys to a home built specifically for you.

Ready When You Are

Let's Build Something Distinctive

Whether you're starting with a lot in mind or beginning from scratch, our team is ready to guide you through every stage of building your custom home in Lubbock and West Texas.

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