HOME BUILDING PROCESS

4 Phases and 39 Steps. How we build your dream home.

Phase 1: Pre-Construction

1. Selecting and Buying the Lot.
2. If the lot requires a septic system and a well, there are some engineering studies required and previous approvals from the Health Department.
3. Preliminary plans and Budget to submit to the Lending Bank.
4. Loan processing and approval.
5. Preparation of the entire package to obtain the approval and the permit by the County. That package includes, among other things:

Phase 2: Permitting

6. Permit by the Health Department
7. Permit by the County for Demolition and for Construction.
8. Permit by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).
9. Bank closing on the loan.

Phase 3: Construction

10. Demolition of existing structure.
11. Tree clearing and lot preparation.
12. Applying and Paying for the utilities connections.
13. Excavations
14. Foundations
15. Framing
16. Roofing
17. Electrical, plumbing and HVAC

18. Insulation
19. Drywall
20. Priming for painting.
21. Trim and Interior carpentry
22. Doors and Windows
23. Flooring
24. Cabinets and Vanities
25. Hardware for doors and cabinets
26. Final plumbing
27. Final HVAC

28. Exterior Veneer (Stucco, Stone or Brick), gutters and exterior drainage.
29. Finishing septic, well, utilities and connection to home.
30. Base paving
31. Final grading for land.
32. Exterior hardscaping (patios, decks, exterior stairs).
33. Painting
34. Appliances
35. Detail cleaning
36. Landscaping and sprinkle system

Phase 4: Inspection

37. Final Inspections
38. Processing the warranty
39. Occupancy permit.