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Posted on 1/27/17 at 10:28 am to cole_cole_world
Better to purchase a house and reno
Posted on 1/27/17 at 10:29 am to CoachCredeur
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Also, once you find plans you like bring them to an actual draftsman or architect to make sure they are even build-able. A lot plans found online aren't drawn for practical purposes
This.
Even if you have some coworker/cousin who is a drafter, don't use them. Just because you can draw doesn't mean you can draw houses. Lots of small ins and outs I've seen messed up by people drawings their own plans.
Posted on 1/27/17 at 10:43 am to cole_cole_world
You have a lot of work ahead of you.
Now for the good advice.
First comes the land if you're going to build in an established subdivision you will need to check and see what the restrictive covenants are that will determine what kind of house you can build there. That matters a lot.
Once you have determined where you're going to be building and what kind of house you can build then you settle on a plan. I like to design my own but that's me.
I'm assuming at this point you've already looked at your finances and what you can qualify for loan wise.
When it when you select a contractor make sure you're checking references and if they actually have ongoing work you go and look at the actual work that they're doing. Sloppy work site usually also equal sloppy work. Be sure and look at how they do the headers over the doors and the windows how they support their framing in the rafters. That tells you a lot about how particular they are when they go to build something.
When you calculate your space push the envelope a little. It's really expensive to go back and add another foot to that living room.
If you put a drop stair in your garage like most people, be sure to put an attic lift in. That will be some of the best money you ever spend.
Spend time at the construction site everyday. Don't get under foot don't criticize every little thing they do. If something doesn't look right ask questions, if there are structural members that look like they are not good they're split they look broken make sure that those replaced. You can be the guy there all the time without being a complete jerk about it and they know you're paying attention.
Have your house wired with CAT5 everywhere. You'll be glad you did.
Whatever they give you for an estimate on cabinets add at least 50% to it. Contractors always underestimate cabinets. Not because they're quoting bad stuff generally speaking their quoting basic stuff and almost nobody ever gets basic.
There's a lot more but this should give you a good start.
Now for the good advice.
First comes the land if you're going to build in an established subdivision you will need to check and see what the restrictive covenants are that will determine what kind of house you can build there. That matters a lot.
Once you have determined where you're going to be building and what kind of house you can build then you settle on a plan. I like to design my own but that's me.
I'm assuming at this point you've already looked at your finances and what you can qualify for loan wise.
When it when you select a contractor make sure you're checking references and if they actually have ongoing work you go and look at the actual work that they're doing. Sloppy work site usually also equal sloppy work. Be sure and look at how they do the headers over the doors and the windows how they support their framing in the rafters. That tells you a lot about how particular they are when they go to build something.
When you calculate your space push the envelope a little. It's really expensive to go back and add another foot to that living room.
If you put a drop stair in your garage like most people, be sure to put an attic lift in. That will be some of the best money you ever spend.
Spend time at the construction site everyday. Don't get under foot don't criticize every little thing they do. If something doesn't look right ask questions, if there are structural members that look like they are not good they're split they look broken make sure that those replaced. You can be the guy there all the time without being a complete jerk about it and they know you're paying attention.
Have your house wired with CAT5 everywhere. You'll be glad you did.
Whatever they give you for an estimate on cabinets add at least 50% to it. Contractors always underestimate cabinets. Not because they're quoting bad stuff generally speaking their quoting basic stuff and almost nobody ever gets basic.
There's a lot more but this should give you a good start.
Posted on 1/27/17 at 10:51 am to cole_cole_world
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. How does it work?
You need to clear lot, fill it, throw some plumbing around, pour a slab, frame up some walls, roof, insulate, electrical stuff, sheetrock float paint fixtures painting flooring stuff, pop in windows after the framing part, get a permit type stuff and all, nothing much to it.
Posted on 1/27/17 at 11:39 am to cole_cole_world
Buy property, find architect, pick and modify plans, find contractor/builder, SET A DEADLINE WITH BUILDER TO HAVE LATE FEES TO COVER YOUR EXTRA CONSTRCUION LOAN PAYMENTS WHEN THEY TAKE LONGER THAN EXPECTED, prepare to be pissed off more than you think and spend more time there than you want, if you don't like something tell them during the build and not after, be happy with your choices.
Edit: Let your wife pick out the bullshite (we did not fight about anything because of this). I picked out plans, builder, roof, master shower, outdoor kitchen set up, all media electronics throughout the house and theater room.
Edit: Let your wife pick out the bullshite (we did not fight about anything because of this). I picked out plans, builder, roof, master shower, outdoor kitchen set up, all media electronics throughout the house and theater room.
This post was edited on 1/27/17 at 11:42 am
Posted on 1/27/17 at 11:45 am to cole_cole_world
I like the army idea 
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First find the property you want to build in. Then look for a reputable architect to oversee the project. If you already have plans run them by the architect to make sure theyre feasible. Let them take care of the rest.
Or you can get it done down and dirty and be your own GC and hire out all of your own subs if you know about construction- which I am doubting at this point.
. First find the property you want to build in. Then look for a reputable architect to oversee the project. If you already have plans run them by the architect to make sure theyre feasible. Let them take care of the rest.
Or you can get it done down and dirty and be your own GC and hire out all of your own subs if you know about construction- which I am doubting at this point.
This post was edited on 1/27/17 at 11:51 am
Posted on 1/27/17 at 12:06 pm to cole_cole_world
First of all, be aware one of two things will happen. You will either get divorced or wife will get pregnant.
Next, I suggest, since you don't know the first thing about doing it. don't just jump into it. Do your homework. Talk to people who had their house built, see the different experiences they had.
You will have to decide whether to hire a contractor who will have his own subcontractors or you can contract it out yourself.. Meaning, you can hire who you want for each process (you will need a general contractor, someone to do the mechanical work, an electrician, plumber, etc). Be aware of the building codes and make sure you are getting what you pay for. You don't want to be charged x amount and the contractor is doing a job just good enough to meet code.
Since you don't know much about it all, it would probably be best for you to hire a contractor who will take care of everything. Before you start looking for a contractor, go talk to people.. Find out what people have to say about contractors.. And remember, you get what you pay for.
Next, I suggest, since you don't know the first thing about doing it. don't just jump into it. Do your homework. Talk to people who had their house built, see the different experiences they had.
You will have to decide whether to hire a contractor who will have his own subcontractors or you can contract it out yourself.. Meaning, you can hire who you want for each process (you will need a general contractor, someone to do the mechanical work, an electrician, plumber, etc). Be aware of the building codes and make sure you are getting what you pay for. You don't want to be charged x amount and the contractor is doing a job just good enough to meet code.
Since you don't know much about it all, it would probably be best for you to hire a contractor who will take care of everything. Before you start looking for a contractor, go talk to people.. Find out what people have to say about contractors.. And remember, you get what you pay for.
Posted on 1/27/17 at 1:15 pm to cole_cole_world
E Jacob Construction
Posted on 1/27/17 at 1:45 pm to cole_cole_world
Stay on the contractor to do everything as promised. No shortcuts or you will pay later.
Posted on 1/27/17 at 2:18 pm to cole_cole_world
Get Level Construction to build one of their floor plans and just modify it.
If you start with a floor plan then find a lot a builder will give a low ball quote. By the time you put some quality stuff in there, you will have at least a 30% cost over run.
Don't make it more stressful than you need
Unless you just won the lottery
If you start with a floor plan then find a lot a builder will give a low ball quote. By the time you put some quality stuff in there, you will have at least a 30% cost over run.
Don't make it more stressful than you need
Unless you just won the lottery
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