Pre-Construction Questions
General:
1. What is the estimated timeline for completing construction? Milestones?
Our PM estimates that the home would be complete by mid August. There is a cushion built into that timeline but it is subject to weather.
Phase I - Foundation Phase
6. Is there insulation between the floors?
No insulation between floors
8. What is the protocol for inspection pre and after drywall?
They are totally okay with having our own inspection. We need to coordinate with our SR for paper work that verifies that the inspector is insured. He recommended that we do this in advance to allow for this paper work to be processed.
19. Are the mirrors glued down to the wall?
The mirrors are not glued down, which is great.... We will remove the builder grade mirrors and install something much nicer.
24. What color is the deck flooring? Can we choose?
I forgot to ask this question, will update later
26. Can we install a shower niche instead of a shelf?
They could not figure out a way to add a shower niche
1. What is the estimated timeline for completing construction? Milestones?
Our PM estimates that the home would be complete by mid August. There is a cushion built into that timeline but it is subject to weather.
Phase I - Foundation Phase
- Engineering Stakeout - Done
- Excavation
- Foundation Walls
- Damp Proofing
- Foundation Drain System
- Plumbing Ground Works
- Foundation Backfill
- Concrete Floors
- Lumber Delivery
Phase II - Framing/Mechanical Phase
- Carpentry
- HVAC
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Roofing
- Brick
- Insulation
- Specialty Wiring
Phase III - Finish Phase
- Drywall
- Paint
- Interior Trim
- Plumbing Fixtures
- Electrical Fixtures
- HVAC Fixtures
- Floor Coverings
- Siding
- Exterior Concrete/Asphalt
- Landscaping
2. Can we visit the site anytime? What is the policy?
Our PM indicated that he welcomes visits and that we can stop by as often as we would like. For safety reasons he requested that we let him in advance for tours.
Our PM indicated that he welcomes visits and that we can stop by as often as we would like. For safety reasons he requested that we let him in advance for tours.
3. What are the window dimensions?
He recommends that we measure each individual window once they are installed for ordering blinds
He recommends that we measure each individual window once they are installed for ordering blinds
4. Is it structurally possibly to add on a fourth level in the future?
I forgot to asked this, will update this question later
I forgot to asked this, will update this question later
5. Is there insulation between the secondary bedrooms?
No insulation inside interior walls
No insulation inside interior walls
6. Is there insulation between the floors?
No insulation between floors
7. What color is the house paint? Can we have the same paint used in the model?
The PM did not know the exact paint color so he will let us know later on. He describe it as a beige like color. The paint color in the model is a custom paint color and they don't do custom colors due to repairs later on. He said it was difficult to match a custom without repainting an entire wall. I totally disagree with this policy, at least give homeowners the option. I would rather repaint a wall on my own then having to repaint an entire house
The PM did not know the exact paint color so he will let us know later on. He describe it as a beige like color. The paint color in the model is a custom paint color and they don't do custom colors due to repairs later on. He said it was difficult to match a custom without repainting an entire wall. I totally disagree with this policy, at least give homeowners the option. I would rather repaint a wall on my own then having to repaint an entire house
8. What is the protocol for inspection pre and after drywall?
They are totally okay with having our own inspection. We need to coordinate with our SR for paper work that verifies that the inspector is insured. He recommended that we do this in advance to allow for this paper work to be processed.
9. Will we receive weekly updates?
We can expect to receive biweekly updates.
We can expect to receive biweekly updates.
10. Can we schedule visits for our flooring and custom closet installers prior to settlement?
I forgot to ask this question, will update later on.
I forgot to ask this question, will update later on.
Electrical:
11. Confirm location of master closet power outlet?
The location was confirmed, we are placing this in the larger closet so Chris can iron he clothing inside the closet
The location was confirmed, we are placing this in the larger closet so Chris can iron he clothing inside the closet
12. Will we have an outlet in the deck?
Yes we will have an outlet on the deck
Yes we will have an outlet on the deck
13. Location of outlet in garage?
The dedicated outlet in the garage was moved. Originally we had it place inside of a nook, however we later learned that the nook is actually a closet. So the outlet will be placed on the back wall for my work bench.
The dedicated outlet in the garage was moved. Originally we had it place inside of a nook, however we later learned that the nook is actually a closet. So the outlet will be placed on the back wall for my work bench.
14. Can we swap out the adjustable recessed lights?
They allow us to move one of these recessed lights outside of the powder room. We eliminated one of these lights all together.
They allow us to move one of these recessed lights outside of the powder room. We eliminated one of these lights all together.
15. Can we install the recessed lights in the stairwell ceiling?
We reconsidered this idea after looking at the model again
We reconsidered this idea after looking at the model again
16. Will we have a doorbell?
Yes we will have a doorbell
Yes we will have a doorbell
17. Do we have dimmers on the lights? Can they be installed?
No dimmers, its too late to add at this point
No dimmers, its too late to add at this point
Bathrooms:
18. Can we have a stone transition installed?
Too late to add this feature
Too late to add this feature
19. Are the mirrors glued down to the wall?
The mirrors are not glued down, which is great.... We will remove the builder grade mirrors and install something much nicer.
Recreation:
20. Can plumbing be roughed in for future wet bar?
Too late to include this request
Too late to include this request
Kitchen:
21. Does the granite backsplash have to be installed?
Were still trying to work this out. He may have to install the granite backsplash
Were still trying to work this out. He may have to install the granite backsplash
22. Is it too late to upgrade our countertop?
Its too late at this point to make changes
Its too late at this point to make changes
23. Is it possible to order a different type of sink
A different sink is not available and its too late to change
A different sink is not available and its too late to change
Deck:
24. What color is the deck flooring? Can we choose?
I forgot to ask this question, will update later
25. How tall is the privacy fence?
I forgot to ask this question, will update later
I forgot to ask this question, will update later
Master bath:
26. Can we install a shower niche instead of a shelf?
They could not figure out a way to add a shower niche
27. Can the ceiling height in the shower be increased?
Our PM will look into this request, the taller shower height may only be an option if your adding the bonus 4th level loft.
Our PM will look into this request, the taller shower height may only be an option if your adding the bonus 4th level loft.
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