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BUILDER PROCESS

OUR CUSTOM BUILD PROCESS

The custom home process is quite simply about bringing your vision to life. Macaw Custom Homes is a full-service custom home builder that is committed to helping you navigate the entire process; from a sketch on a napkin, to finding the right land, to the architectural plans, and completing your unique build. Our team of custom home experts will guide you every step of the way through our straightforward process and ensure your final dream home is just as you envisioned.

1. Lot Selection and Assessment

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Initiate the custom home journey by methodically selecting an ideal lot tailored to your vision and lifestyle. Through meticulous consultations, we gain insights into your preferences and guide you through various neighborhoods. Our focus extends beyond aesthetics to a rigorous evaluation of soil conditions, topography, and potential challenges. This ensures the chosen lot not only aligns with your aesthetic desires but also lays the groundwork for a seamless construction process. Our commitment to a methodical lot selection process reflects our dedication to setting the stage for a successful custom home build.

2. Cost Estimation and Financing

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Delve into the financial intricacies of your custom home project by exploring a detailed cost estimate and navigating financing prequalification. Our collaborative team, comprising project managers and financial experts, provides a transparent breakdown of construction costs, design features, and overall investment. Simultaneously, we guide you through financing prequalification, ensuring a clear understanding of your budget and financing options. This phase is not just about numbers; it’s about providing you with a comprehensive financial roadmap, empowering you to make informed decisions as we progress toward turning your vision into reality.

3. Preliminary Contract and Commitment

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Transition from conceptualization to tangible commitment through the formulation of a comprehensive preliminary contract. This legally binding document outlines project terms, timelines, and payment schedules, solidifying the partnership. Upon agreement, a tangible commitment is secured through a deposit, marking the initiation of a collaborative venture with clearly defined guidelines. Our meticulous approach to contract formulation is a testament to our commitment to transparency, ensuring that both parties enter the subsequent phases of the custom home building process with clarity and commitment.

4. Architectural Design

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Embark on the architectural phase, translating concepts into tangible plans that align with your vision. Through detailed consultations, our architects capture your design aspirations and functional needs. The result is a set of architectural plans encompassing floor plans, elevations, and 3D renderings that meet local building codes and regulations. This iterative design process ensures your input shapes a design that aligns with your vision. Our architectural design phase is not just about creating plans; it’s about crafting a living space that resonates with your lifestyle and preferences.

5. Engineering and Surveying

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Transition seamlessly from architectural design to the practical realm of engineering and surveying. Our engineering team evaluates the architectural plans for structural integrity, ensuring adherence to local codes. Simultaneously, surveying experts meticulously examine the chosen lot, assessing topographical features and potential challenges. This phase sets the foundation for a safe and efficient construction journey. The precision involved in engineering and surveying reflects our commitment to constructing not just aesthetically pleasing homes, but homes built on a foundation of structural soundness and environmental harmony.

6. Final Investment and Allowances

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Determine the final investment required for your custom home with a detailed breakdown provided by our collaborative team. This financial scrutiny covers construction costs, design features, and allowances for customizable elements. Simultaneously, allowances are established for fixtures and finishes, offering flexibility for personalized choices. Transparency during this phase ensures informed decisions as we progress toward realizing your dream. Our focus is not solely on the final investment but on providing you with a transparent and flexible financial landscape, empowering you to make decisions that align with your priorities.

7. Contract Finalization and Financing Approval

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Solidify the commitment with a comprehensive contract, representing a binding agreement between both parties. Our legal experts collaborate closely with project managers to ensure accurate representation of project details. Simultaneously, the finalized contract is submitted for financing approval, streamlining the process and aligning contractual and financial aspects seamlessly. This phase is about more than paperwork; it’s about establishing a clear and binding agreement that sets the stage for the subsequent phases of the custom home building process.

8. Design Selections

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Embark on a personalized journey of design selections with curated meetings. Our design experts guide you through choices for flooring, cabinetry, countertops, and more. The focus is on collaborative decision-making, ensuring every design decision contributes to the overall aesthetic and functionality of your custom home. Our commitment is not just to assist you in making design choices; it’s about curating an environment that reflects your personality and lifestyle. This phase is a collaborative dialogue, providing opportunities for discussion and adjustments to ensure that your custom home becomes a true reflection of your unique style and preferences.

9. Permits

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Navigate the regulatory landscape with our experienced permitting team securing all necessary approvals. Thorough research and documentation preparation facilitate a smooth process, ensuring compliance with local codes. Proactive communication and attention to detail characterize this phase, setting the foundation for a compliant custom home building experience. Obtaining permits is not just a regulatory requirement; it’s about ensuring a seamless and compliant construction process, reflecting our commitment to thoroughness and adherence to local regulations.

10. Loan Closing

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As the permitting process progresses, our financial experts finalize the loan for your custom home. A meticulous review of financial documentation, coordination with the lending institution, and resolution of outstanding considerations ensure a seamless transition to the construction phase. Closing on the loan marks a significant milestone, paving the way for home construction. This phase is about more than financial transactions; it’s about ensuring that the financial aspects of your custom home project are well-managed, providing you with the confidence to move forward.

11. Construction Commencement

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With all pre-construction phases successfully navigated, the construction phase commences. Skilled builders and project managers work collaboratively to bring the architectural plans to life. Regular updates and open communication characterize this phase, ensuring the construction process is marked by precision, attention to detail, and adherence to quality standards. The construction commencement is not just a phase; it’s the tangible realization of your vision, where meticulous planning transforms into the built structure.

12. Walk-Through Inspections

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As construction nears completion, thorough walk-through inspections are conducted to ensure quality. Internal and external inspections, along with a personalized client walk-through, guarantee your custom home surpasses industry standards. Identified concerns are promptly addressed, reinforcing our commitment to excellence. This phase is about more than inspections; it’s about ensuring that every detail of your custom home meets and exceeds industry standards, providing you with a home that reflects our commitment to quality craftsmanship.

13. Culmination and Home Delivery

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Comprehensive inspections verify that every detail aligns with our commitment to quality. Upon successful completion, your custom home is ready for delivery. Our team coordinates the final steps, including certificates of occupancy issuance. The delivery marks the culmination of a collaborative journey, celebrating the realization of your vision and the creation of a home that exceeds expectations. This phase is not just about the completion of construction; it’s the culmination of a transformative process, where your dream home becomes a reality.