So, you want to build a custom home? Okay, we don’t mean to be confrontational, we’re just wondering if you think you have what it takes. The process of building a custom home requires a lot of input from the builders, as well as the clients, and we want to make sure you’re prepared for the responsibilities that come with the planning process. The fact of the matter is that there are so many options you can look into when planning, and in order to be fully satisfied with the outcome, you need to be completely aware of the possibilities open to you.
Custom building takes time. And here at RS Homes, we want to ensure you are fully satisfied with the options open to you before we start building. Our comprehensive planning process allows you to make comfortable decisions in the early planning stages, and allows us to find custom fit solutions to your home building necessities. Most people consider building a custom home a process of creating an artwork, or expression of themselves. We agree, which is why we’ve assembled this guide to make sure that you’re completely comfortable with the process. Read on for some essential steps to take before you start building your custom home.
STEP 1: Allocate the Time You’ll Need to Invest.
Remember that planning, comparing and building all takes time. If you want to go down the route to building a custom home, you should understand that you are responsible for everything: from the colour of the walls to the finish on the floors, and that every detail will count. You can trust our style experts to help you with these choices, but ultimately, you yourself will need to invest the time creating an artwork takes to get the full custom package.
STEP 2: Consider a Budget Early.
The custom building doesn’t necessarily cost more, but is very difficult without a proper budget. Generally, custom builders or building companies will help you select products and selections which can cost more or less, but it’s up to you to determine the price range of the items you are willing to invest in. You’re your budget in mind as you go into the preliminary meetings with contractors and designers.
STEP 3: Don’t Rush the Planning Stages.
Look for a company or set of contractors willing to go the extra mile in accommodating you and your ideas. Most custom home builders take the time to assure you of the custom design process they offer, and how easy they make it. Remember to take it with a grain of salt, and that custom home building is never easy. Find a builder who you feel you can have a good collaborative relationship with, and ensure that the building process is a positive experience for both parties by finding a builder you’re comfortable with.
STEP 4: Don’t Rush the Planning Stages.
If you’re going to build a custom home, make sure you allow for plenty of time for plans to be made and the countless revisions to your plans that building perfection will require. There are so many details you need to think about, and missing just one can be disastrous to correct later on during building. Take the time to think about form, function and aesthetics and create the perfect, liveable yet beautiful space for you and your family.
STEP 5: Prioritize Your Wants and Needs.
You can’t always have it all, and this is a reality you should be planning for when considering the design features of your custom home. Even people who don’t have a budget, have a budget, and have a set of
ideas they simply can’t include alongside others. Weigh your pros and cons and decide the bare bones necessities for you and your family, and prioritize the functionality of your home over the drama.
STEP 6: Plan for Trouble.
Nobody likes planning for unpleasant possibilities, but unfortunately sometimes we have to cover every eventuality. You want to make sure you have some contingency budget set aside in the case of unforeseen costs, replacements or last-minute alterations not covered by your original budget. As a custom home builder, we want to ensure that you get the product you want, and will love for many years to come. However, we’ve seen our fair share of projects left unfinished due to poor budgeting or planning, and want to make sure that this isn’t you. We’ll do everything in our power to deliver the results you want, at the cost you deserve, but you need to remember to give yourself a little leeway in the event of encountered difficulties like excavation, bylaws or otherwise.
Take these words of wisdom with a few pinches of salt. As custom home builders in the Greater Toronto Area, we understand the value which custom homes can have, as an investment or for a living. There are a million different things we could suggest if writing an article intended to aid investors into the real estate market, and not as a dream home for living. Get in touch with the RS Homes design team for more amazing information about custom home building, design and architecture. Our award-winning homes have been recognized nationally for their modern solutions, and traditional forms. We cater to any style, and offer custom home building services throughout the Toronto area and further. Contact us today and let’s start talking about your upcoming project.