Designing your dream home is a rewarding process. Building a space where you and your family will create countless memories is a process that is well worth the time and effort. However, custom home building is different from constructing a builder-grade home, and understanding the timeline is an essential step before beginning the process. Wondering how long it takes to create the home of your dreams? Here’s what you need to know:
Custom Home Build Timeline
Although the exact custom home build timeline varies, when planning the timeline for your new home, most companies plan for two years. Matustik Builders recommends 12-14 months from conception to completion. This time frame will help you prepare sufficiently. There are two phases involved in building a custom home:
Pre-Construction
During this phase, you’ll choose a builder, select and purchase a lot for your home, create the design plans, get approved for loans, and acquire any needed permits. Matustik Builders will assist you from the pre-construction phase through the final product. Our team will be directly involved to ensure your home is built to our standards, as well as within your budget and on time.
Construction
During the construction phase, the house is built from the ground up. You’ll work with your builder to draw the design plans, bids, and contracts, prepare the home site for the building, lay the foundation, frame the walls and roof, and install the HVAC, insulation, and drywall. During this phase, the plumbing, door, and window installation, priming, caulking, painting, and other finishing touches occur to make the home move-in ready. A custom home is a reflection of your investment, and at Matustik Builders we assure you that each project gets the same attention to detail and each client gets the same dedication to customer service.
Factors That May Impact the Timeline of Building a Custom Home
The exact timeline may be longer or shorter, depending on several factors. Here are some things to keep in mind:
1. Site of the Home
The geography of the land where you’ve chosen to build your home may play a role in the design timeline. If the lot is on a hill or has other unique geography, planning the design around these features may require extra time.
2. Shipment Delays
Shortages in materials, shipment delays, and other supply chain issues can affect the construction timeline. Many custom homes are built with high-quality design elements that cannot be easily substituted.
3. Climate
The climate of the area where you’re building your home can impact the length of the building process. Snowy weather or extreme temperatures can cause delays in the construction process. If you live in a climate with extreme temperatures during some seasons of the year, such as winter in Wisconsin, keep in mind that the process may take longer. The team at Matustik maintains an open and honest relationship with each of our clients so that they are informed every step of the building process.
Design and Build Your Custom Home Today with Matustik Builders
When it comes to designing and building your dream home, there’s nothing more important than choosing a team you can rely on to do the job. With over thirty years of experience building finely crafted custom homes, Matustik Builders’ reputation for flawless craftsmanship, attention to detail, and timely construction make them one of the most trusted builders in the Lake Geneva and southern Wisconsin area. Reach out today at (888) 840-9947 to begin designing your dream home.
