Building a New Home: Steps in Building a Home

This is a checklist for steps in building a home.  I will provide more details in separate sections to clarify and define each steps in further detail.  For now, here are the basics.

• Lot size and slope
• Footings, Foundations and Basements
• Flooring depending on number of levels and stairways
• Framing, walls and roofing
• Exterior finish
• Windows and Doors, types and density
• Fireplaces, types for looks or heating
• Garage, sizing and dimensions
• Plumbing and Electrical, rough in to bathroom finish
• Heating and Cooling, including insulation
• Wall coverings and paint
• Cabinetry and trim, match interior wood and finish
• Flooring coverings including tiles, wood and carpeting
• Workspace, Basement and Storage
• Electrical outlets in the Garage (can't have too many)
• Pre-wiring for surround sound and motion detectors in designated areas