Building a new home customized to your needs is an exciting prospect. As eager as you may be to see the completed product, there are key phases of construction. Along with your home builder's input, the following guide will help you understand the stages involved with making your dream a reality.

Site Preparation

Crews will first remove trees, roots, rocks, and obstructions using heavy equipment. Next, they’ll flatten some areas of the site and grade others to prevent rainwater from pooling around the foundation of your future home. Once this is done, professionals pour the concrete foundation. If you're building an elevated home with a crawlspace, they'll stack cement pilings.

A city inspector then ensures the site complies with city building codes or suggests repairs.

Framing

Framing begins once the foundation has dried. Professionals construct a lumber “skeleton” of the house, including interior and exterior walls, roof supports, and upper floors. They'll carefully frame windows, doors, and install staircase supports. Then, they'll wrap the structure with a plastic sheet to prevent rot and mold.

Utilities

Next comes the electrical wiring, plumbing, sewer or septic connections, and HVAC ducts. Homebuilders often work alongside specialists like electricians and plumbers to ensure these systems are properly installed and tested. Multiple inspections follow these processes to ensure each aspect complies with building codes.

Insulation & Surfaces

Insulation is sprayed or applied in sheets; this material regulates home temperature and is installed before the drywall is hung. Professionals then apply other base materials, like subflooring, textures, and paint, so finishes can be added throughout the home.

Outside, builders install the exterior finishes. It may be vinyl siding, brick, stucco, or natural stone. They’ll also complete the roof by nailing down shingles, metal sheets, or another material of your choice.

Finishing

All the creative details are added during the finishing process. Builders first install windows and doors throughout the new home. They then apply trim around each and install surface materials like hardwood flooring, carpeting, and granite countertops. Then come fixtures like toilets, showerheads, and kitchen sinks. At this point, contractors usually perform a walk-through with the homeowner to ensure satisfaction with what has been done.

Lastly, an inspector will issue a certificate of occupancy once they’ve confirmed the new home is in full compliance with building codes and safety regulations.

 

If you want to build a new home in the Lincoln, NE, area, contact Stonewood Builders LLC. The professionals bring over 30 years of experience to every job and provide comprehensive home renovation and construction services. Whether you want a new home, room addition, finished basement, or remodel, call (402) 613-8854 to schedule a consultation. You can learn more about their services on their website.