CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
It's never too early to contact the builder. We can help guide you through the initial stages of planning or, if you already have your plans and/or property, we can take it from there. Following is a general outline of how the construction process with Birchcrest Homes works.
initial contact
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Meet with the client to determine their general needs and expectations
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Ascertain what stage the project is in
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Provide client with a guideline of the construction process and an estimated general time line
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Select location (if applicable)
planning
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Obtain preliminary plans
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Initial rough estimate
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Create projected budget
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Down payment to secure slot in schedule
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Define client's needs and expectations in detail (wish list)
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Work with client and architect/designer to ensure plans fit with budget
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Finalize prints and engineering
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Visit suppliers
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Final cost estimate and detailed specification list
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Fixed price contract
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Develop construction schedule
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Client secures financing
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Surveys, home placement and permits
construction
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Site work - erosion control, access road, temporary utilities, rough grading
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Foundation - excavation, footings, foundation, slabs
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Framing - basic structure of house completed, windows, exterior doors
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Rough-in - plumbing, heating & air conditioning, electrical
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Finalize - material & finish choices selected by client
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Finish exterior - siding, roofing, masonry, exterior painting, decks, etc.
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Finish interior - insulation, drywall, interior trim, cabinetry, flooring, appliances, interior doors, interior painting, electrical, plumbing, heating & air conditioning
Complete project
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Preliminary client & builder walk through
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Punch list items
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Final client & builder walk through
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Certificate of occupancy
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Client moves in
After the project
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One year warranty on home and all components installed by contractor
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Provide homeowner with homeowners manual
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Birchcrest Homes will contact client for six month checkup
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Birchcrest Homes will contact client for one year checkup