Log Home Construction Timeline
An important part of the construction process is organization and keeping progress moving in a forward direction. Mountain Creations Log Homes helps you from start to finish. Here are some things every new home owner should know:
• Getting to the Construction Phase-The first few steps in the process are paramount in starting a good working relationship with your builder and subcontractors. We will introduce you to our sub-contractors or start to build a relationship with the ones you have chosen. The preliminary blueprinting phase typically takes 2-3 weeks. You then have the opportunity to make all the changes you like prior to going to Final Construction Blueprints. Once you have gone to final prints we will assist you by compiling a Construction Estimate that outlines all of the other line items most log home companies like to “leave out”. We can also assist you with obtaining pricing for excavation and land related items if you request our help. Once the design phase is complete you will be well under way with the financing process and the bank will work with an appraiser to finish the details of the loan and go to closing.
• What happens after Closing?- Typically we will deliver the Log Package 2-3 weeks after closing. We will be on hand to inventory and help facilitate that operation of the package delivery. During this 2-3 week time period after closing your basement walls and steel beam are usually installed. Once we deliver the log package, your builder is ready to go on the construction of your log home.
• How long does it take for my house to be built?- Most of our homes are under roof in 6-8 weeks, sometimes even less time. The time frame from start of construction to finish usually ranges from 4-6 months for a 1500-2000 square foot home. As the under roof of your home is in progress the plumber, electrician and builder will work together to ensure everything is done in a timely manner. One advantage to using our subcontractors is that they all have a very good working relationship and work to keep the process moving along for you.
•My house is under roof, what next?- Once your home is under roof the next step in the process is dependent on how you want it to go. If you have hired one of our builders to General Contract the house from start to finish they will line up all of the subcontractors and make sure you have all of your plumbing fixtures, etc picked out to complete the inside of your home. If you are acting as the General Contractor yourself you may choose to have the under roof builder do some of the finish work or you may do it yourself. We can help you organize this process and make decisions based on our years of experience.
•Once the house is complete…Once your home is complete we will be happy to show your home! We offer referrals to all of our customers who wish to do so. If you wish to keep your privacy, we were happy to work with you and are always here if you have any questions about your home. Enjoy life in your new log home!