| STEP 1 |
Construction of your new home will take approximately
12 to 20 weeks after it has been released from the start
date (subject to weather conditions).
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| STEP 2 |
Building permits are obtained, then the house is staked on the lot.
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| STEP 3 |
The building site is then excavated so the foundation can be poured. The footing is formed and poured.
After the foundation wall forms are stripped, a damp-proofing material is applied to allow the foundation
to cure. Approximately one week after the foundation is poured, it is then backfilled.
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| STEP 4 |
Steel I-beams and lumber are delivered to your home site so framing can begin.
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| STEP 5 |
Framing is a lengthy process. The sub-floor is constructed and the first floor walls are raised. If you have chosen a two-story home, the second floor decking is constructed next and the upper level walls are raised. Roof trusses are set in place and the roof sheathing is applied. Finally, windows and exterior doors are installed.
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| STEP 6 |
After framing is completed, roofing materials are applied and the rough mechanicals begin. The rough plumbing is installed first, followed by the HVAC system, electric and low voltage wiring. If you have selected a fireplace, the firebox is now installed.
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| STEP 7 |
Once the rough mechanicals have been completed, both local building and fire inspectors inspect your home.
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| STEP 8 |
Next, the basement floor is poured and your home is insulated. Following insulation, drywall is hung, taped, mudded and sanded. Other than framing, this is probably the most dramatic change you will see in your new home.
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| STEP 9 |
Drywall is complete and the interior is sprayed with its first coat of paint. Any vinyl, hardwood or ceramic flooring is laid at this time and your home is ready for trim materials.
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| STEP 10 |
Cabinetry, interior doors, moldings (base, casing, crown, etc.), ceramic tile and marble are installed. After the interior trim has been completed, it is stained or painted as specified on your work order color selections.
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| STEP 11 |
Finish materials are next on the agenda: Marble vanity tops, plumbing accessories, lights, switches and receptacles, the HVAC system, television and phone outlets, carpeting and the second coat of paint is applied to the walls.
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| STEP 12 |
Your home undergoes a thorough cleaning and the final tune-up begins with the "punch" stage. The carpenter returns to make final adjustments, the drywall and paint are touched-up wherever needed and a laborer attends to any miscellaneous items and the final cleaning of your home.
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| STEP 13 |
Once your home has passed its final building and fire inspections, you are ready for your pre-closing walk-thru with our walk-thru personnel.
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