20213 Tips to Remember When You’re Ready to Build on Your Lot
When choosing to build a dream home, it’s important to keep in mind that more goes into it than the home itself. In fact, the lot itself is a big part of fulfilling that dream—particularly if you’re building a home in the Lake Keowee area. Lake homes have specific needs you need to know about that an experienced builder can help you understand.
You may be wondering about the process when it’s time to build on your lot, or just how important it is to find the right piece of land. If you’ve found a lot in an existing community, you may already have the right floor plan for your needs from the community’s builder. However, if you started by securing the perfect lot first and now want to build the home you’ve always wanted, you’ll want to understand the process. If you don’t know where to begin, the following tips and advice should be considered before you move forward with your plans.
Find a Builder Who is Experienced with Building on Lake Keowee
Make sure you start by doing your research. Here’s why: if you find a home builder you like and have already purchased a site, there could be a chance that the builder will opt out of constructing a home on that property. Some builders simply will not construct a new home on a site they don’t own and prefer to focus solely on the communities they’re developing. Before you end up disappointed, make sure you look for a builder who matches your needs. They should have experience developing a lot like yours, so ask to see their portfolio to make sure they have the knowledge, experience, and skill working with an unimproved lot.
Don’t forget to arm yourself with great questions as you interview builders, such as what construction challenges they faced and how they managed them, so when it’s time to build on your lot, you’re fully prepared to understand the process.
Do a Walk-through of Your Property
Make sure to include your builder on a visit to your lot so they assess your needs alongside you. While you may see stunning lake views and dream of a custom home with luscious landscaping, they’ll see the important details that ensure you end up with the home you want. A trained eye will spot drainage needs, develop a plan for excavation, and even determine the way a home should be sited. As you review the lot, ask your builder up-front questions. What costs may be incurred to build a foundation? Will it be costly to access utilities? Are there easements or zoning issues that could either be an obstacle or prevent you from building altogether? The right builder will be able to explain the limitations of the lot and offer solutions before you purchase the land or build on your lot.
Work with Your Builder on the Home Design
Don’t forget that your home and your land should exist in harmony with one another. You’ll need to take your lot into full consideration as you plan your home. Before you choose a new home design, start dreaming with your custom home designer. After all, some of the features you want to be incorporated into your home may affect how the home will be sited. For example, you may want a wide front porch with seating, a view of the lake from your kitchen, easy lake access from your home, or large windows to let in light. Keep in mind that land with slopes could be harder to construct around. Be flexible and know that your builder will make recommendations that allow for that harmony between land and home.
When you’re ready to build on your lot or to begin looking for the perfect spot, Total Quality Home Builders is here to bring your dream to life. We have a diverse portfolio of designs that demonstrate our expertise and we’ll help you personalize your design to fit your style and your property. Contact us to bring your dream closer to reality.
