Custom Home Building
Pre-Construction Phase
If you have a set of plans from a design professional and you would like us to build the project, we request a retainer to complete a construction estimate. The retainer is typically 1 to 2% of the ballpark cost of the project. Depending upon the project, this fee can be credited in part or in full to the cost proposal, should you proceed with us into construction. We also have a variety of available designs for you to choose from.
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We can also assist you in working with a preferred lender in obtaining a construction interim loan. The bank will layout a 'draw schedule' based on certain benchmarks throughout your construction and we assist the bank to develop that draw schedule. The draw schedule is how the bank distributes funds throughout the construction process.
Lot Meeting
This is our meeting together at the property to learn more about why you chose this lot for your home. This meeting is critical for your family's custom home to be properly designed. We will offer suggestions based on a variety of cost factors such as topography, flatwork distance, and drainage patterns.
Concept Meeting
This is our first official meeting to discuss your custom home vision. This is a meeting to put all of your ideas and lifestyles on the table. We will help put the pieces together bringing your dream into reality. You are encouraged to bring pictures, drawings, magazines, or anything that gives us an idea of what you are looking for in your new home. Another topic to be discussed during this meeting is the overall project budget.
Start Design
Based on information gathered from the Concept & Lot Meetings, we can start drafting your custom floor plan from scratch or modify one of our floor plans to put your dream into reality.
Plan Revisions
These revision meetings are important so that the flow and feel of your home are perfect for your family. This is where we make any adjustments to your plan to get the home exactly how you want it.
Cost Proposal
Based on our years of construction experience, we have developed an accurate budgeting tool that also functions as part of your contract. This details out every aspect of your home and no detail is left to the imagination. We often find this early pricing to be within 3% of the final contract price.We strive to always be fair and transparent in terms of our pricing expectations.
Contract & Final Plans
We are now ready to move forward in a partnership that will deliver your home. We will help you through both pre-construction and construction to advise you on the best paths forward to move your family into your dream home as quickly as possible.
