NWRB New Build Homes Rightfully considered as the biggest investment that a person makes in his or her lifetime, buying a house involves a number of equally crucial steps, and this is especially true for a new-home construction project.   In the few lines that follow, we’ve tried to compile the 10 major steps that comprise a construction project, from the initial idea to final delivery.  Please feel free to keep, and if need be, refer to this reference tool, which we hope will further raise your appreciation of the intricacies that such a development project entails and how important it is to be able to rely on top-notch professionals to make this as positive an experience as possible.   The steps Pre-building 1. Select a location that is in tune with your family’s priorities  In recent years, the availability of plots (make sure that the plot is debt- and defect-free) and their cost have had a direct bearing on buyers’ decisions. Thus, choosing a plot according to family needs (school, daycare, work) and/or recreational activities (municipal pool, bike path, etc.) is essential. 2. Choose a plot that fits your needs Depending on what you plan to do with your land (gardening, swimming, using the barbeque or hot tub) it’s important to choose a plot that is most likely to get the amount of sunlight/ shade you’re seeking at specific times of the day.  3.  Research and negotiate with a mortgage broker/ lender Every dream comes with a price attached, so before venturing any further, you need to meet with a lender or mortgage broker to clearly establish that your dreams don’t exceed your means.  4.  Find a house plan tailored to your needs Home needs (space, facilities…) vary from one person to the next. That’s why it’s paramount, during the initial house-hunting, to be able to rely on an extensive inventory of plans, and have the flexibility of being able to change them, if need be, while continuing to respect standards and aesthetics. This is exactly what NWRB offers, affording the possibility, at minimal cost, of adapting a home to a person’s lifestyle, using the original plan designs. Clients own plans can also be accommodated. 5. Select your contractor The ties that connect you with your contractor go way beyond simply building your home. Actually, the enjoyment derived from talking things over with your contractor will be borne out in those first few years after delivery of the finished product. Intrinsic workmanship and meticulous attention to detail, after care service, are all key factors that might attest to the qualities of builder relationship one might expect to have.  6. The Build (basic overview) Access to building site Installing services (gas,water,electrics,telephone connection) Installing the drainage systems for sewage, ground water etc Building foundations Damp courses Brickwork/Blockwork Lifting in joists Floorboards Ceiling joists & roof structures Stairs Internal stud walls & joinery First fix electrics & plumbing Regular building authority inspections Plasterboarding & plastering Woodwork (skirting boards etc) Kitchen installations Sanitaryware installations Second fix electrics & plumbing (sockets,taps, light fittings etc) 7. Finishings - Select the various paint colours and determine where you want each of these paint colours to go, pick out wallpaper and other finishings including flooring etc. 8. Final approval visit & signing the contract at the notary Draw up a list of work that is unfinished or needs adjusting, submit this list in writing to the contractor. Make sure that all the work has been done to your satisfaction before making the final payment. Gather up all the maintenance manuals and/or warranties on the various equipment (heating, central air …) 9. Guarantees NWRB guarantees all work for a minimum of 12 months  10. Aftersales Visits NWRB will visit you at regular intervals to ensure you are happy with everything and to fix anything you may have spotted since you moved in. See our Portfolio page for examples of NWRB Homes: http://www.nwrb.co.uk/photo_player_flash.html Contact Us for further details:  http://www.nwrb.co.uk/contact.html