How does house construction work?

Have you ever considered building your own house as an alternative to purchasing a home? Considering all the planning and total cost of building your own home, we thought it would be helpful to explain how a house is built and what different parts go into making a home. 
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• Planning: Considering most homes are made using a set of uniform building codes in the U.S., the typical “American home” is that way on purpose. However, costs same differ for certain framework and size capacity. This is where developing a budget for your house is the initial move to constructing one. Depending on your savings and financing capabilities, a lot of people consider taking a housing loan to pay for the construction. Before that should be determined, however, it is important to receive an estimate from an architect for your home. It isn’t usual for several blueprints of a house to be scrapped and changed before the plans and design are finalized. Be patient with what you want and don’t feel like you need to rush.
  
  
• Permits and Preparation: After money and design have been dealt with, you must apply for a local permit to build. Some architects and builders may do this for you, but be sure to know before you let time pass by without a confirmation of the services required. After a plot of land has been prepared and approved, the land is usually excavated and smoothed to prepare for underground installations.
  
  
• Framing: After footers and the foundation are in place, the ground floor can be made. Most ground floors are made from wood or concrete. After the ground floor, framing can begin. This is the basic design and layout of the house, similar to seeing a skeleton if you will. Mechanical and electrical rough-ins are typically included in this process, along with ductwork, piping and wiring. 
  
  

• Finishing: This is the best part. This is where exterior cladding, dryall, ceilings and floors are installed to complete the framing. Windows and doors are put in and connections are made. Finally, floor covering, paint, interior doors and woodwork is completed. Before you can move into the home, a building inspector must inspect the building for safety. After that, be ready to move into your brand new home!

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