Before construction beings, you will have a walk-through with the site supervisor and review all designs and documents. This is a great time to ask the supervisor questions and concerns you may have. I was told my home would take four months to build if there are no delays such as inclement weather, materials late or items missing, workers unavailable, etc. Below I have listed a step by step guide to building a house and where your builder currently is when they provide you a status. A few steps such as landscaping can be moved around but for the most part this is a good guide to follow.
Excavating
Sand & Gravel
Foundation
Plumbing, Heating and Electrical
Footings Inspection
Concrete
Strip Foundation
Damp Proofing
Sewer & Water Hook-Ups
Backfilling & Grading
Slab or Skim Coat
Framing
Trusses
Heating & Plumbing
Roofing
Electrical
Alarm Prewiring
Doors & Windows
Framing Inspection
Insulation
Brick Work
Drywall
Garage Door
Siding, Soffits & Gutters
Driveway & Garage Floor
Landscaping
Cleaning
Finishing Carpentry
Moulding Shops
Painting
Cabinets
Tile Work
Plumbing
Closet Organizers
Light Fixtures
Blinds
Hardwood Floors
Carpet
Finishing
Final Inspection
