text: Building a new home is both exciting and overwhelming. However, working with an experienced team and taking steps to stay organized can help you feel more in control of the process. Here’s our essential new home construction checklist, which is designed to help you plan each critical phase of the project and understand what to expect from your construction crew.
  Planning & Budgeting
  - Define Your Vision – Outline your must-haves and want-to-haves for your future home early. This allows you to stay focused in later phases and avoid last-minute and impulse changes,
  - Set Your Budget – Establish a comprehensive budget that encompasses all aspects of your new home, from construction and permits to furnishings. Remember to include a generous contingency fund to ensure you’re prepared for unexpected costs.
  - Secure Financing – Take steps to get pre-approved for construction loans or a mortgage to compare options and select the best financing for your situation.
  Site & Design
  - Choose a Location – Select and purchase land for your new home construction and decide where you want the home to be situated on the property.
  - Finalize Design Plans – Work with a designer to draft blueprints of your new home. Be sure to consider practical needs as well as your aesthetic preferences.
  - Obtain Permits – With the blueprints finalized, you can secure the proper building permits.
  Construction & Interior Work
  - Site Preparation – Your land will need to be cleared and graded, and temporary utilities may need to be set up.
  - Foundation & Framing – The foundation will be poured, and once it has cured, the structural framework can be assembled.
  - Roofing & Siding – Weatherproofing elements such as the roofing and siding can go up once the framework has been completed.
  - Essential Systems – Professionals can now be brought in to complete the essential systems, such as the electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
  - Interior Work – The last step in the construction phase is for the interior work, such as drywall installation, painting, cabinetry, countertops, flooring, and so on, to be installed.
  - Inspections – Schedule inspections for the electrical, plumbing, and structural elements. Your home must pass these before you can move in.
  - Punch List – Complete a final walk-through with the team to make a list of final touches, touchups, or corrections they need to address before the project’s completion.
  Our team at Redwood Homes Inc. is here to guide you through every step of the new home construction process. Reach out today to learn more or inquire about getting a quote for a new home!