Smith Douglas Homes (SDHC) Q1 2026 Earnings Summary

Smith Douglas set an order record, up 28%, with a 57-day build time and 24% more communities.

Quarter ended March 31, 2026.

Closings 624 (↓7%)
Revenue $206.4M (↓8%)
Gross margin 19.6%
Orders 981 (↑28%, record)

From the call

“I’d say we’re probably 70%, 80% before drywall stage has got a sale and our spec inventory has been coming down.”

Selling before drywall lets buyers personalize, capturing build-to-order margin with spec-like speed. With a 57-day build, sales and construction have to move in step.

Source: Smith Douglas Homes 8-K and earnings call.

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