Building With Confidence: Why Choosing a Certified Professional Builder Matters

When you build a home, you’re not just choosing a floor plan — you’re choosing the person and the standards behind it.

At Butler Homes, owner Travis Butler proudly holds the designation of Certified Professional Builder (CPB) through the Oklahoma Home Builders Association — a distinction that represents the highest level of professionalism in Oklahoma home building.

What Does “Certified Professional Builder” Really Mean?

Unlike many states, Oklahoma does not require home builders to be licensed. That means technically, anyone can claim to be a builder — regardless of experience, insurance coverage, or commitment to continuing education.

The Aspen in Creekside at Forest Ridge by Travis Butler, CPB, Butler Homes

To protect homeowners and raise industry standards, the Oklahoma Home Builders Association created the Certified Professional Builder program in 2001. This designation is voluntary — and that’s what makes it powerful.

A Certified Professional Builder commits to:

• Carrying proper workers’ compensation and general liability insurance
• Building to required code standards
• Participating in ongoing continuing education
• Upholding high standards of professionalism, safety, and fairness
• Following proven industry best practices

In short: it separates serious professionals from everyone else.

A Legacy of Experience & Education

Travis Butler brings more than 25+ years of hands-on experience to every home Butler builds. As an alumnus of Oklahoma State University, Travis holds degrees in Construction Management Technology — a foundation that blends technical knowledge with real-world application.

For over two and a half decades, he and his team have been designing and refining award-winning floor plans for Oklahoma families — homes that are as functional as they are beautiful.

Butler Homes’ Parade of Homes awards showcasing years of award-winning design.

Attention to Detail — From Plan to Keys

At Butler Homes, building isn’t transactional. It’s relational. Our team focuses on reliable partnering with homeowners at every step — whether you’re:

• Semi-customizing one of our thoughtfully designed plans
• Building from the ground up
• Purchasing a home that’s move-in ready

In addition to meeting and exceeding professional building standards, Butler Homes is known for its award-winning floor plan designs — consistently earning multiple honors in the Parade of Homes.

Each plan reflects intentional layout flow, structural integrity, energy-conscious design, and long-term livability. These aren’t just homes built to code; they’re homes built beyond the standard — thoughtfully designed and proven by awards to serve Oklahoma families beautifully and functionally for decades to come.

The Aspen in Creekside at Forest Ridge by Travis Butler, CPB, Butler Homes

Every detail matters. From structural integrity to layout flow, from finishes to long-term livability, the Butler team approaches each home with care and precision.

With multiple award-winning floor plans to choose from, Butler Homes continues to raise the standard in Oklahoma home building. Beyond awards, our true goal remains the same - Going #BeyondtheBuild helping families transform house plans into homes. 

Find more award-winning homes by your local Certified Professional Homebuilder, Butler Homes here.