What Does The Home Building Process Look Like
What To Expect
Being a new home builder can seem like a daunting task at first. Let us guide you every step of the way on what to expect during this exciting yet nervous time.
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Select Home Lot
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Preparing Lot
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Select Home Plan
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Select Features
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Acquire Finance
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Sign Contract Begin Construction
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Select Home Lot
When selecting a lot for your new Semi-Custom home, consider some things as you search. The slope and shape of the lot are both things to take into consideration. The slope will affect drainage, including pooling water or runoff. The slope of the lot may determine if you can accommodate a walkout basement or slab construction. The lot shape determines the placement of your home and the size of the front and back yards. Consider the direction you want your home to face on the lot. Do you want to add solar panels or want certain rooms/areas to get less sunlight? Finding a location for a home lot in a specific school district or close to work is also a consideration when looking for your ideal home lot. Look into what accessible city amenities you will have available on the lot. Will you have city water or need to install a well? Will there be access to sewers? All these above are things to consider when looking to secure the perfect lot for your new home.
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Preparing Lot
The lot needs some preparation before construction can begin. Surveying the lot and checking zoning laws are important to the start of the project. Grading and excavation of the lot for preparation of the home site should be next on your list. Ensuring that water is draining well and that you have a correctly sloping area to pour the foundation is also essential.
Adding services such as sewer, water, and electricity on the site is essential before construction starts. Knowing the presence and absence of available utilities can alter your building plans, so it is best to find these details as early as possible.
You should allow at least 2-3 months for this process. As a component of your new home, you can allow your building professional to take care of the plans for infrastructure and grading. Plan to allocate additional money to include in the budget for these items.
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Select Home Plan
Choosing your home plan from a design guide is next. Semi-custom builders can incorporate your unique style into design plans. You can pick a design plan that can work with you, and for you, to best suit your family’s lifestyle needs.
Given the lot size and style of the home that fits your taste, you can choose from specific designs. The designs are semi-custom, meaning you can choose from some pre-designed floor plans and pick finishes. You do not have to start the design process from scratch.
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Select Features
When building a semi-custom home, there are plenty of customizable options for you to choose to make the home unique. You will have the ability to select features such as paint colors, light fixtures, countertops, flooring, appliances, and exterior finishes. There may also be certain add on’s available depending on the floor plan you have chosen.
Once you have finalized floor plans, finishes, and any add on’s, you will need to make sure you have a budget for the final number to expect when you build. Be aware that this number may change during the building process if changes are necessary.
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Aquire Finance
Securing financing for the final estimated cost of the project is the next step. Mortgages are available in several forms that differ depending on your needs and situation. The two most common are adjustable-rate and fixed-rate loans. Speak to your mortgage broker about which is best for your project. When applying for the loan, your lender will likely need a contract from your builder, including floor plans, your declared budget, and down payment.
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Sign Contract Begin Construction
Once the floor plan, financing, and site preparation are complete, the building process can begin. Expect to allow approximately 8-10 months from beginning to end for construction. It may differ depending on the size and finishes of your home.
Once the building is complete, you should expect to have a final walk-through to overview the completion of the project. A formal inspection will take place before final closing happens on the new semi-custom home. The closing process includes signing final documents and having final arrangements for payment. Signing the paperwork and having keys in hand will end your journey of semi-custom home building.
Why Hire Gravity Construction
Goal Oriented
Time and budget are important, we understand that. We do our best to provide the most accurate budget and timelines possible and directly communication during the project.
Semi-Custom Selections
With our home plans you get a brand new home quickly, and with some custom selections you really get to make the home unique to you.
Solutions Oriented
We understand that building a home is big decision, especially if it’s your first. We’re here to help you every step of the way.
Experienced Team
Our experienced team has more than 25 years of experience of construction, home building and more.
Asheville Based
We’re a local Asheville based team. Hire local to keep our community going. We also know the trends and styles that’s current to Asheville.
Friendly Team
This doesn’t need to be a stressful time. A new home is fun! We’re here to make that experience positive every step of the way.