Building a custom home is an exciting process, but it’s important to understand how long the entire process can take. From start to finish, you can expect to spend at least six months on the project. This timeline includes finding a builder, designing your home, and completing construction. If you’re looking for a more detailed breakdown of the process, keep reading!
Pre-Construction Phase
Before getting your construction project underway, you need to consider some key pre-construction items including:
The Buying Process
Once you’ve found a plot of land to build on, you need to purchase the property.
The buying process can vary in length depending on factors like the type of property, your financing, and more.
Analyzing the Lot
After you’ve purchased the land, your builder will need to analyze the property. This process includes testing the soil, determining the best location for your home on the lot, and more.
This process can be quite lengthy, but it’s important to complete it correctly to avoid any major issues once the construction phase of your build has begun.
Designing the Home
The design of your custom home is an important step in the process. Work with an architect or designer to create the plans for your home.
This step can take several weeks or months, depending on the complexity of your design.
Processing Time
After the design is complete, you need to submit the plans to your local planning and zoning department for approval.
The processing time for this step can vary depending on the municipality.
Construction Phase
Once all the preconstruction steps have been completed, it’s finally time to begin construction on your home!
The construction phase is typically the longest part of the process and can take anywhere from 4 to 6 months.
Building the Home
The first step in the construction phase is to excavate the lot and prepare the foundation. This process can take a few weeks depending on the size of your home and the complexity of the excavation.
After the foundation has been poured, your builder will begin constructing the framing of your home. This process includes putting up walls, installing windows and doors, and more. The framing stage typically takes two to three weeks to complete.
Once the framing is complete, your builder will begin working on the exterior of your home. This includes installing siding, roofing, and any other exterior finishes. The exterior phase of construction can take several weeks or even months to complete depending on the complexity of the design.
After the exterior of your home is complete, your builder will move on to the interior. This includes finishing walls, installing floors, and completing any other interior finishes. The interior phase of construction can also take several weeks or months to complete depending on the design of your home.
Post Construction Phase
After your home is complete, there are a few final steps that need to be completed before you can move in. Some of these steps include:
Reviewing the Home
After your home is complete, your builder will walk through the property with you to ensure that everything has been completed to your satisfaction. This process is typically quick and only takes a few days. Once complete, you’ll be able to collect your keys and officially begin the move-in process to your new, truly unique custom home.
Contact Us
Aria Build is the top choice for custom home builders in Toronto and the GTA. We offer a wide range of services to our clients including design, build, and project management. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and our commitment to customer satisfaction. If you’re considering building a custom home, contact us to learn more about our services or to request a project quote.