From Dream to Dallas Skyline: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Luxury Custom Home Building Process

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If you’ve ever considered building your home from the ground up, there could be many reasons why you didn’t go ahead with it. One of the most common is that it can be extremely daunting. It’s a lot of work, it’s a lot of money, and there is a lot of time that goes into this. However, we can make it simpler for you, by breaking it down into manageable steps. Want to know more? Read on.

Step 1: The Vision & Discovery Phase

To begin with, you need to speak to an experienced custom home builder and architectural designer like Tony McClung so that they can get an idea of what it is that you want, and whether they are the right choice for you. You will need to provide your home builder with all sorts of information such as your lifestyle, what your needs are for your completed home, and where you want to build your property. 

Step 2: Architectural Design 

Now that your home builder knows what it is that you want, they can get started with the architectural design. This will lay out the plans and show you the layout of the property. 

Once this has been done, the design begin, which brings the plans to life so that you can have a walk through of the home before construction even gets underway. Tony McClung has unique experience in architectural design, allowing him to create realistic, detailed models to show you exactly what your home will be.

Step 3: Pre-Construction & Permits 

Before construction can take place, you need to ensure that you have all of the necessary permits to start construction. On top of that, there needs to be final plan approvals, you need to have a site survey completed, and the site needs to be prepared by clearing and grading the land.

Step 4: The Construction Phase 

Now, you can get started with the construction phase. It will typically happen in this order:

  • Site preparation if this has not been completed

  • Pouring the foundation

  • Building the superstructure which includes the framing and the roofing

  • Adding plumbing and electricity

  • Add drylining

  • Addition of fixtures throughout the home

  • External work, landscaping, interiors

Step 5: Finishing Touches & Walkthrough 

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When the construction on the project is finished, there are a few final steps to be completed, also known as the post-construction phase. These include:

  • All equipment needs to be returned

  • The finished property needs to be inspected to ensure it adheres to all regulations

  • A punch list of things that need further attention is created, and all items are addressed/fixed

When all of this is done, all documentation is signed and handed over to the client for closing.

At the end of the day, the best thing that you can do to make the custom home building process as smooth as possible is to partner with an experienced builder like Tony McClung. This will ensure a high-quality, stress-free result, leaving you with a property you adore. 

Get in touch with Tony McClung today for a consultation to get the ball rolling on your project.