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Building Checklist for Your New Home

Who’s not excited about a new home? Having a new home is a dream turning into a reality. It is one of the most significant achievement anybody could have. Some people opt for purchasing homes that are already built but new. While some others buy a property and then start from scratch because they would like to be involved in planning. In both ways, the most enjoyable part is the idea of owning a home, which could be a long-term goal for them.

The best first step forward in building your new house is planning. Without it, it could result in senseless spending, and the building project will be delayed if plans are not laid out correctly.

Careful planning is crucial to your home project.

Start pulling your sleeves, as on to the next discussion, we will provide a checklist for building your new home. You know it is not an easy project, as it entails huge effort in your savings, time, and informed decision making. The following information will save your future investment.

Three major aspects of home building

  1. Location—One significant consideration is the location. Perhaps, the primary reason for building a home is because you want to live in a different area for varying reasons. Just because you love a particular place, and you’ve been dreaming all along to build your home, there is one of your lasting joys. When you put a heart on your desired location, you should get to know the existing rules, such as local laws in securing permits, types of homes built there, kind of soil of the lot, neighboring places if it is in the middle of cityscape or rural, etc.
  2. Budget—How much your home will be? Can you afford it? Where are you going to get your resources? Who will finance your project? If ever you were able to secure financing and loans, know the entire process of the loan and your capacity to pay back. Check also down payment rules and similar undertakings between the financing institution and the developer.
  3. Building Contractor—Choosing your contractor to build your home from the first brick to the last is a delicate matter. If you bump into unscrupulous contractors, your dream home may turn up into a horrible nightmare. Always search for a qualified contractor. Many aspects of your building preferences will be affected if the contractor you choose has less knowledge of the location you selected, building regulations, architectural considerations, and weather conditions.
  4. Construction checklist—What is there to know in the construction process? Though you’re not the actual person to build the home, it is crucial to have a hand on the component of the structure. Your construction checklist will be categorised to groups. It is essential to know what you want in your home, but it is also crucial what you “don’t” want. New homeowners have their preference in the features they want to include in the home construction.

The checklist construction

Phase 1: Preparation

  • Blueprint
  • Permits/surveys
  • Bidding
  • Excavation

Phase 2: Exterior or shell

Building a house entails challenging considerations and decisions.
  • Foundation
  • Footers
  • Frame (Windows, doors, walls)
  • Roof

Phase 3: Interior/Systems

  • Heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC)
  • Insulation
  • Sheetrock
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical
  • Cabling (Alarms, cable, Internet, surveillance cameras)

Phase 4: Aesthetics

  • Interior and exterior paint
  • Stucco
  • Lighting
  • Plumbing and bathroom fixtures
  • Doors
  • Garage and driveway
  • Patios
  • Landscaping
  • Flooring
  • Cabinet/Furnishings
  • HVAC units

Building a home can be life changing, but it entails careful planning and smart decision making. Having a realistic budget and professional guidance will lead you to a successful implementation of your dream house. Additionally, the experience in being hand on is overwhelming, but it’s worth the wait. The essence of being in the know while the project is ongoing is that you can monitor the progress of your dream home.

Your active participation in the construction will exclude from future regrets because if you leave all the crucial decisions to your contractor, you might end up losing your investment by costly repair or job repeat.

Consider the following tips in your new home journey to get you on the right track:

  • Know your budget
  • Choose a reputable builder
  • Make your home energy efficient
  • Plan for its resale value
  • Go over your checklist when the home is done to check if all had been laid out well

Move into your new home with peace of mind and assurance that the builder was able to complete the checklist. If ever you need more information on how to go about with the construction process and still have doubts about the financial aspect, including taxes and fees, talk to us. Our company is a reputable builder in Plymouth, with many years in our portfolio serving diverse clients. Contact our office, and one of our staff here in Plymouth Builders will be more than happy to assist.

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