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Posted on 1/11/17 at 6:26 am to papasmurf1269
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People still do copper?
No
quote:
Usually on higher end homes
Absolutely not.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 6:47 am to Capital Cajun
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If you are at the point of signing and you don't know the answers to those questions you are already fricked.
I meant "before signing" in more general terms. I don't have a contract in front of me from anyone at this point. I'm looking for suggestions and such of things that I may have overlooked before I ask for a contract.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 6:50 am to rjo_lsu
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Joint spacing on driveway and flatware?
Definitely want to make sure your knives and forks are evenly spaced
Posted on 1/11/17 at 6:51 am to nolanola
Ask him if he knows Warrick Dunn.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 6:55 am to nolanola
do it for a living...ask away
and the most important thing....lien waivers
guess who's responsible if he doesn't pay his subs
and the most important thing....lien waivers
guess who's responsible if he doesn't pay his subs
Posted on 1/11/17 at 6:55 am to jamboybarry
Hahaha damn... . Flatwork my bad. Damn autocorrect
Posted on 1/11/17 at 7:03 am to nolanola
Am I missing something here? Isn't a truly custom house whatever you want? We are in the middle of our build and if I want it, it was designed in by the architect and for things like counters and finishes I picked out everything I wanted and if I went over budget then I pay the difference out of pocket.
Don't know why you would have to negotiate things like spray foam and other materials...if you want it, tell them that. Unless you're buying a spec home midway or towards the end, then a custom home is just that: totally custom.
Don't know why you would have to negotiate things like spray foam and other materials...if you want it, tell them that. Unless you're buying a spec home midway or towards the end, then a custom home is just that: totally custom.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 7:03 am to Napoleon
quote:My neighbor's did. The company had a faulty run. He ended up ripping walls out all over the house and replacing it all. The manufacturer paid for most of it, though.
Pex doesn't burst
Guy at my church has a lot of problems with it, but they come from two sources: nails/splinters and pressure.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 7:56 am to tigerbandpiccolo
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Am I missing something here? Isn't a truly custom house whatever you want? We are in the middle of our build and if I want it, it was designed in by the architect and for things like counters and finishes I picked out everything I wanted and if I went over budget then I pay the difference out of pocket.
Don't know why you would have to negotiate things like spray foam and other materials...if you want it, tell them that. Unless you're buying a spec home midway or towards the end, then a custom home is just that: totally custom.
This is your answer
Posted on 1/11/17 at 8:00 am to Chattatiger
That's damn good advice
Posted on 1/11/17 at 8:17 am to llfshoals
Landscaping, find out what they will be putting in and how many pallets of sod will go down. Some municipalities have a law that if the ground is uncovered during the building process it must be covered. Most builders will cover a certain number of pallets and anything over, you are stuck with.
If it is truly custom you should get to pick from certain things that are covered under the initial cost. If you want more, they will allow you to do it, but you'll pay.
Get more electrical outlets than you need. I hate the in floor outlets, you basically have to guess where your furniture will be before you move in.
Get a big sink in the laundry room and garage.
Lots of lighting, no one has complained about having too much lighting in a room. The lighting is also where you can blow through your budget quickly.
If an irrigation system is available, do it while building.
Get the water heater in the garage. Some builders will put it in the attic for whatever reason. I guess it's cheaper.
ETA: Pro tip, are you right handed or left handed? Get the dishwasher on that side of the sink. Makes loading more convenient. For your wife, I should say.
If it is truly custom you should get to pick from certain things that are covered under the initial cost. If you want more, they will allow you to do it, but you'll pay.
Get more electrical outlets than you need. I hate the in floor outlets, you basically have to guess where your furniture will be before you move in.
Get a big sink in the laundry room and garage.
Lots of lighting, no one has complained about having too much lighting in a room. The lighting is also where you can blow through your budget quickly.
If an irrigation system is available, do it while building.
Get the water heater in the garage. Some builders will put it in the attic for whatever reason. I guess it's cheaper.
ETA: Pro tip, are you right handed or left handed? Get the dishwasher on that side of the sink. Makes loading more convenient. For your wife, I should say.
This post was edited on 1/11/17 at 8:19 am
Posted on 1/11/17 at 8:43 am to nolanola
Start with the basics. How will he invoice you? If it's your lot, how an you be sure he is paying the bills on materials, etc. Get proof of insurance. Make sure the contract is clear and how changes are to be handled. Make Ere allowances or unit prices are clearly spelled out. Make sure scope is clear and there is no question as to what you are getting( this goes to AC equipment, ductwork, paint, fixtures , etc.).
Just some basic things that need to be considered.
Just some basic things that need to be considered.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 8:48 am to nolanola
I would ask that final payment be contingent on a issuance of Certificate of Occupancy AND final completion punch list with walkthrough between you, the architect, and the GC.
It's pretty vital to keep the GC from walking away from job while money's still on the table.
It's pretty vital to keep the GC from walking away from job while money's still on the table.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 8:48 am to nolanola
Ask if the builder has a TD account.
Any post count over 1k posts per year should disqualify a builder.
Any post count over 1k posts per year should disqualify a builder.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 8:52 am to nolanola
Ask for 2 homes/owners he's built in the last 3 years and talk to those people. Everything else is window dressing.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 8:54 am to nolanola
Make sure you get lien releases from all of his subs and suppliers after the builder gets a draw.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 9:05 am to nolanola
Nolanola, be very verrrrry cautious. My wife and I are currently living a nightmare dealing with our contractor. I strongly suggest spending a few dollars on an attorney before you sign anything.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 9:12 am to Btrtigerfan
quote:I guess I'm out...
Ask if the builder has a TD account. Any post count over 1k posts per year should disqualify a builder.
Posted on 1/11/17 at 9:44 am to nolanola
make damn sure they don't use fiberlgass batt insulation.
OH and if you will have any LAP siding, make sure they use flashing under the butt joints and NO CAULK!
OH and if you will have any LAP siding, make sure they use flashing under the butt joints and NO CAULK!
This post was edited on 1/11/17 at 9:47 am
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