WHERE IT ALL STARTED
WHO IS BACH CONSTRUCTION
PRE-CONSTRUCTION
LOT ACQUISITION
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Define budget and desired location
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Research zoning laws, utilities, easements
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Conduct site analysis (soil testing, topography, flood zones)
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Make an offer and close the purchase
FINANCING
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Estimate total project cost
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Secure construction loan or financing
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Work with lender on draw schedules
TEAM SELECTION
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Architect
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General Contractor or Builder
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Structural Engineer
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Surveyor and Civil Engineer (as needed)
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Interior Designer (optional)
DESIGN PHASE
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
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Work with architect on initial sketches
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Choose style, layout, square footage
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
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Full architectural plans (floor plans, elevations, sections)
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Structural plans (by engineer)
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MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) drawings
INTERIOR & LANDSCAPE DESIGN
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Interior materials, fixtures, finishes
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Landscape layout and design
PERMITTING & APPROVALS
PLANS SUBMITION
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Submit plans to local building department
OBTAIN
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Building permit
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Zoning/land use approvals
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Environmental clearances
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HOA approvals (if applicable)
REVISION
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Revise any of the plans if required
CONTRACTING & PRE-CONSTRUCTION
BIDDING PROCESS
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Obtain quotes from contractors/subcontractors
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Compare bids and negotiate terms
CONTRACTS
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Execute detailed contracts with:
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General contractor
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Subcontractors (if managing separately)
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Include payment schedules, timelines, scope, change order processes
INSURANCE & LEGAL
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Obtain builder’s risk insurance
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Liability and worker’s comp coverage
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Ensure lien waiver procedures are in place
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
SITE PREPARATION
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Land clearing, grading, staking
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Temporary utilities setup
FOUNDATION
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Excavation and formwork
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Pour footings, slab, or basement walls
FRAMING
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Floor, wall, and roof framing
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Sheathing, windows, and exterior doors
SYSTEMS ROUGH-IN
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Electrical, plumbing, HVAC
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Inspections at rough-in stage
EXTERIOR WORK
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Roofing, siding, waterproofing
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Driveways, sidewalks, and exterior grading
INTERIOR FINISHING
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Insulation and drywall
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Flooring, cabinetry, painting
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Trim and finish carpentry
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Appliance and fixture installation
INSPECTIONS & FINAL APPROVALS
INSPECTION
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Final building inspection
CERTIFICATIONS
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Certificate of Occupancy (CO)
CORRECTIONS
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Punch list walkthrough and corrections
POST-CONSTRUCTION
FINAL WALKTHROUGH & HANDOVER
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Owner walkthrough and acceptance
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Provide manuals, warranties, and keys
MAINTENANCE & WARRANTY
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1-year builder warranty (typical)
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Long-term maaintence schedule