Construction Milestones and What to Expect
When building a house for the first time, the construction process can be a little confusing. Below are the key milestones and what you can expect to be accomplished at each stage.
Site work and Concrete Slab:
Site work involves all preparation works prior to starting on your house’s slab. This includes.
- Site Establishment (erecting security fencing and delivering materials)
- Ensuring ground levels are correct for construction
- Depending on your homes location this stage may also include building retaining walls
Once the site is ready, your concrete slab can be laid. This involves.
- Measuring out the design on site
- Pouring footings
- Installing under-slab drainage, moisture barriers and termite protection.
- Pouring your concrete slab
Framing:
At the framing stage building frames and external masonry walls are constructed. Roof sheeting, gutters, cladding and insulation are added. Electricians and plumbers install essential wiring and pipes for power, water, and gas.
Lockup:
This is the stage when all your doors and windows can be locked. As your VillaRange home is now secure and weatherproof; plumbers, electricians, tilers, and carpenters can complete their work.
Fit out:
This is where you will really see the internals of your home take shape. There are a variety fixtures and fittings that will be installed in this stage. These include.
- All electrical fittings including lights and power points.
- Kitchen, laundry and bathroom cabinets and benchtops
- Tiling
- Tapware
- Mirrors
- Basins, baths and shower screens
Practical completion:
All painting, installations and detailing are complete and your VillaRange home is ready for inspection. In your ‘Practical Completion Inspection’ you will check to ensure everything is finished to your expectations.
Be sure to note anything that still needs the builder’s attention before you make your final payment. If you are unsure what you should be looking for in a Practical Completion Inspection, VillaRange recommend getting in contact with a qualified residential building inspector. This way you can have confidence that nothing is missed.
