We always have homes under construction and some that have been recently finished. Visiting one of them (even if it’s a virtual tour) is a great way to get familiar with the quality and attention to detail that makes our homes great places to live. This is also a great opportunity to talk about what you like, what you need, and what you want to avoid in a new home. We’ll also be prepared to talk about various floor plans, customization, and lot choices.

With a floor plan and a lot selected, it’s time to do some cost estimating. This is the time to work together to find the best balance between size, finishes, and cost.

We’ve found a floorplan and a lot, we’ve made an estimate of the cost, and now it’s time to get the ball rolling. With a firm plan in place we can start selecting from specific product samples and color choices.

Behind the scenes we’re at work getting permits and arranging for the work of various subcontractors, from concrete to roofing and everything in between. This is also when we’re working alongside you to help with kitchen layout, cabinet choices, and countertops.

At this point the foundation has been poured and the framing has started. This is when we focus on stone, door styles and trim color. Next it’s on to tile, hardwood, carpet and all the flooring.

Framing is now complete so HVAC will begin followed by plumber & then electrician. May have small meetings with HVAC or plumbers during this time to discuss locations of certain things but this is usually already noted on the floor plan. A meeting with lead electrician is always done though with myself & client. At this meeting we will go over outlet, media & tv locations.  Will also show where all other overhead lights will be located. At the end of this meeting I will provide a list of what we need for light to be hung at a later date after drywall & paint. From this list, client will know what we need to pick out for the home. I assist in this however client wants. 

We’re insulating now and that work will be followed by drywall contractors. When the drywall is done it’s painting time and then flooring.

We like to let the finish carpenter have a day to get organized and learn the floorplan, then on day two we like to have the homowner meet the person responsible for the finishes they’ll be enjoying. This is the time to discuss some of the fancy stuff, like fireplace mantels, bookshelves, and other built-ins. We also work with the homeowner to choose bathroom mirrors, towel bars, and other fixtures.

The finish carpenter is done now and it’s show-time again for the HVAC, plumbing, and electrical folks to install vent covers, toilets, faucets, and to get the dishwasher installed and wired.

The carpet is down and the flooring is in, the painting is done and the contactors who work on the inside of the home are gone. Now it’s time to do the new home’s first deep cleaning (whether it’s springtime or not).

We’ve been working on the outside of the home this whole time to install siding, walks, driveway, etc.  But now is when the finishing touches are put on all the work we’ve done along with grading and sodding the yard.

We’ve been staying in touch with lenders, the city inspectors, and others to make sure everyone’s ready for the big day when the loan will close and the keys will be handed over.

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We look forward to the final walkthrough with the homeowner because we get to show off all the work that looks shiny-new, answer questions, review manuals, and talk about little details like the best way to remove screens so windows can be cleaned. The only bad part is that by now we’ve gotten to know each other pretty well, and this moment can feel like a goodbye. Don’t worry, we’re not going anywhere and if you need something we’re not far away.