Building Process

Layout & Location

Once you’ve chosen to build with Tim O'Brien Homes, the first step is to select the floor plan, structural and personalized options, and a homesite that best suits your lifestyle.

Financing

The process of securing and closing on a construction loan can take up to 30 days, depending on the lender. A New Home Sales Professional can assist with obtaining all necessary documents, as well as explaining the loan process.

Plans

Once the new home is purchased, the process of drawing the new home begins. The Homebuilder will prepare all the documents required to submit for developer approval and for the building permit. This process will typically take 60 to 90 days.

Selections

Part of the excitement of buying a new home is selecting personalized finishes and colors. Some Homebuilders may send you to multiple showrooms to make your selections for flooring, cabinetry, countertops, and more while others offer the convenience of an in-house Design Studio where an appointment will be scheduled with an Interior Design Coordinator who will be the guide for the selections process and provide advice to make it an easy and enjoyable experience.

Approvals

The plan approval process can take up to 60 days. Many types of approvals may be needed before construction of the new home begins. Developer approval, zoning approval, sanitary approval, and architectural control committee approval are all needed.

Pre-Build

Before the homebuilder can begin construction, the buyer must own their lot, and the construction financing must be in place, and a homebuilder’s risk insurance certificate must be submitted. Once the loan is funded, the lot is closed, the insurance certificate is received, and the permit in place, construction begins! At this time, our team will introduce you to Builder Signal.

Build

The new home is built through the combined effort of specialists in many trades. Only authorized suppliers, and trade contractor partners, are permitted to perform work in the new home. The New Home Sales Professional and Building Professional will guide you throughout the process, including a Pre-Move-In Orientation, a Pre-Drywall Orientation, and a Pre-Closing Orientation. The stages of construction are as follows (approximately 5 to 6 months):

• Foundation
• Framing
• Rough Mechanics
• Insulation
• Drywall
• Trim
• Finish

Move-In

The homebuilder-customer relationship does not end when the new home is complete. Some homebuilders continue to offer support and advice for maintaining the new home even after you move in. High-Performance Homebuilders often include energy savings guarantees and other warranties to ensure that you’re making a good investment for the future.