Building Process

Undertaking a construction project can be a daunting task if you haven't done it before, but with our caring, trained design and construction professionals at your disposal, you'll achieve your dreams with a minimum of stress. If you have any questions about our building process, our FAQ page is a great resource for our most common inquiries.

Every project is unique, and the process toward completion can vary significantly. In general, to help you understand what is involved, we offer the following steps:

1. The initial consultation
You put your ideas into words, provide us with pictures, and any other information you feel is important. We listen carefully, taking notes and asking you questions. We'll then outline the initial process, and determine whether we are a good fit and if we should continue. Our personal, caring and no-nonsense approach ensures that you aren't wasting any time or money.

2. Feasibility study
We study the property or existing structure, and determine what can be done. We will then review land surveys and explore any zoning issues as well as review contracts and documents for potential problems.

3. Contract
We develop a preliminary sketch and prepare a budget. A contract is written to include the the scope of work and financial considerations.

4. Concept design and price planning
You approve the conceptual drawings we've created. We then prepare the work scope and specifications. You select the finishes you'd like to see in your new home, after which, we present final drawings and price planning research. Finally, we submit for a building permit and application for variance, if necessary.

5. Construction
We obtain building permits, conduct pre-construction meetings. Once we're ready, we'll prepare the site and the project begins!

6. Project completion
We conduct a walk-through of the entire project with you, creating a list of any outstanding issues or deficiencies. After this point, the Warranty period begins and you can move into your beautiful new dream home!

7. One year inspection
After one year, we visit your new home and conduct a walk-through of the entire project with you. We'll create a list of any new issues or deficiencies, and initiate any repairs, if necessary.

Our Process

Below is a brief outline of some of the basic steps involved in a custom home design and construction project.

1. Architectural drawings/Surveyor
2. Building permits
3. Installation of utility, sanitary, and domestic water services
4. Demolish/Excavate
5. Footings/Foundation
6. Damp/water proofing of foundation
7. Installation of weeping tiles
8. Installation of steel beams
9. Framing
10. Backfill
11. Installation of the roof shingles, vents, and skylights
12. Installation of windows and exterior doors
13. Installation of brick, stone or stucco veneer
14. Installation of eaves trough, gutters , soffit, and fascia
15. Installation of garage doors
16. Rough in for electricity, plumbing, HVAC, alarm, telephone, cable, and vacuum
17. Installation of stairs
18. Insulation
19. Drywall/Taping
20. Plaster molding in ceiling
21. Installation of interior doors with door trim and window trim 
22. Bathroom tile
23. Painting
24. Flooring
25. Installation of stair railing
26. Installation of kitchen and bathroom vanities
27. Final completion of electricity, plumbing, HVAC, alarm, telephone, cable, and vacuum
28. Interior clean up
29. Landscaping
30. Final inspection by client