Building Process
Although the specific sequence of construction steps varies and overlaps, generally we build your home in the following order:
1. Foundation (slab):
— Lot clearing and building pad preparation
— Set foundation form boards/back fill
— Underground plumbing/inspection
— Footer/inspection
— Pour slab
2. Framing:
— First floor
— Second floor joists / subflooring
— Second floor
— Roof/trusses
— Wall sheathing
— Roof sheathing
— Set exterior doors/windows
— Stairs
3. Roofing:
— Felt paper/flashing
— Shingles
4. Rough-in mechanical systems:
— Plumbing
— Fireplace
— HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning)
— Electrical
— Rough inspections
5. Exterior:
— Fascia (boards at ends of rafters)
— Sheathing
— Trim boards/Louvers/Siding
— Finish materials
— Deck, if applicable
— Job site cleaning
— Frame inspection
— Quality Assurance Inspection
6. Insulation
7. Drywall:
— Hang
— Tape and texture
— Wall prime
8. Interior trim:
— Cabinets
— Fireplace mantle / surround
— Doors
— Baseboards, casings, other details
— Countertops
9. Paint interior / exterior
10. Concrete
11. Fine grading
12. Gutters
13. Landscaping
14. Finish work:
— Tile
— Plumbing fixtures
— Light fixtures
— Floor coverings
— Appliances
— Hardware
— Screens
15. Certificate of Occupancy
16. Construction cleaning
17. Builder’s Quality Assurance Checklist
18. Quality Assurance Inspection
19. Homeowner orientation
20. Homeowner Compliance Walk, if applicable
21. Closing
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