What to Expect When Building a Home with Better Homes: A Step-by-Step Guide.
- Johnathan Brewer
- May 21
- 2 min read
At Better Homes, we believe that building a new home should be an exciting, collaborative, and transparent experience. Whether you're choosing one of our ready-to-move-in spec homes or working with us to design a fully custom build on your land (or ours), we’re here to make the journey smooth and enjoyable. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of what to expect when building your dream home with Better Homes.
🧭 Step 1: Discovery & Design
Every great home starts with a great conversation. We begin by understanding your:
Vision and lifestyle
Budget and must-haves
Preferred layout and lot type
Whether you have your own land or are selecting one of ours, we’ll guide you toward a house plan that suits your goals and property features.
We also discuss:
Customized features and upgrades
Energy efficiency requirements
Material selections and allowances
Preliminary budgeting
✍️ Step 2: Finalizing the Agreement
After finalizing the design, we create a detailed construction agreement that includes:
Project scope and inclusions
Allowance breakdown
Build timeline
Payment schedule
Once agreed, a 10% deposit secures your build and kicks off the next phase.
🏗️ Step 3: Permitting & Pre-Construction
With contracts signed, we begin:
Applying for municipal permits
Completing engineering as needed
Site prep (driveways, clearing, fill, septic/well if needed)
This crucial stage sets the groundwork for everything to come.
🧱 Step 4: Foundation & Framing
Now the structure begins:
Foundation poured and framed
Subfloor, framing, windows, and doors installed
Roofing and waterproofing
Interior walls are framed
Your house becomes weather-tight, and the excitement builds!
⚙️ Step 5: Mechanical & Inspections
Licensed trades complete:
Plumbing, electrical, and HVAC rough-ins
Spray foam or batt insulation
Building envelope sealing
All city inspections and approvals
We only work with highly skilled, code-compliant sub-trades.
🎨 Step 6: Interior Finishing
Here’s where your home’s character comes to life:
Drywall and crackfill
Painting, flooring, and tile
Trim, cabinetry, and countertops
Final plumbing and electrical fixtures
You’ll see your style come together beautifully.
🏁 Step 7: Final Touches & Move-In Readiness
We complete:
A full walkthrough and quality check
Final trades touch-ups
Deep cleaning and (optional) staging
Final inspections, occupancy certificate, and warranty registration
For builder mortgages, we typically carry costs to about 60–75% completion. A single draw is requested at that point, and we carry the remainder until completion.
🤝 We’re With You Every Step of the Way
From the first handshake to handing over your keys, Better Homes is committed to clear communication, honest timelines, and building lasting relationships. You’ll never be left wondering “what’s next?”
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