Thinking of building your dream house? Before you start, arm yourself with some basic information that will save you time and money in building your first custom home. This handy guide will detail what you should know before you approach a general contractor. Table of Content An Exciting Time About this Guide Why Hire a GC? The Benefits of Working with a General Contractor Investigating General Contractors Make a List and Check it Twice What to Ask References Narrow Down the List The Bidding Process Ask for Written Bids Compare Bids with a Fine Tooth Comb Beware of the Low Ball Written Contracts and Agreements You've Chosen a General Contractor, What's Next? What to Include in Your Contract A Word about Home Warranties Make Changes in Writing Working with your GC during the Construction of your Home Confirm that all Permits have been Acquired Carefully Plan your Project Communicating with your GC is Vital Expect Delays Keeping Records When Things go Wrong Why People have Home Building Nightmares Murphy's Law is Right: Something will go Wrong Where to Complain Homeowner Construction Lien and Contractor Recovery Funds Understanding Construction Liens Finally, Your Custom Home is Built! Now What? A VERY IMPORTANT Checklist

Author: Gow, Kailin
Publisher: Sparklesoup Studios, Inc.
Illustration: N
Language: ENG
Title: Building Your Custom Home: What You Should Know (Home Harmony Series)
Pages: 00000 (Encrypted PDF)
On Sale: 2006-01-02
SKU-13/ISBN: 9781597485883
Category: House & Home : Design & Construction