The following is a brief outline of how your Sagewood Home will be constructed.
By having a general understanding of the construction process, you’ll know what
to look forward to during the exciting weeks ahead.
From signing the Earnest Money Contract, the time frame to the start of
construction is normally 30 to 45 days, and is subject to variables, including
local government approvals, utility availability, construction backlogs and
developer’s delivery of lots.
The amount of time necessary to build a home is dependent upon many things.
The largest factor is the weather; especially rain, which tends to slow construction
progress. Other factors include the number of changes requested by the homebuyer,
degree of difficulty encountered in initiating those changes, the availability of
materials and contractors.
Your Sales Professional will be able to provide you with the average number of days
for normal construction time in your community.
The construction of a Sagewood Home is divided into multiple stages, as follows:
· Homesite Preparation Stage
· Foundation Stage
· Framing Stage
· Exterior Trim Stage
· Mechanical Rough/Insulation Stage (Electrical, Plumbing), Air Conditioning
· Sheetrock Stage
· Interior and Cabinet Trim Stage
· Paint Stage
· Mechanical Trim Stage
· Final Stage
· Grading & Landscaping Stage
1. HOMESITE PREPARATION
We will secure any necessary local building authority approvals and permits for the
home plan and homesite improvements.
The position of the home on the homesite will be determined before clearing occurs,
taking into consideration a variety of factors, including terrain, drainage, utility
easements, and municipal requirements for setback and side yards. The contour of
the homesite, the location of utility easements, and the driveway approach could
determine if your home is built as a "right" or "left" with one being the mirror image
of the other.
Homesite preparation comes next. At this stage, the homesite is surveyed and marked
with stakes to show the final positioning of your home. The land is then cleared of
trees and obstructions and the soil is prepared for the construction process. Please
note that some trees may be removed to establish swales for proper drainage, and
that Sagewood Homes reserves the right to remove existing trees from the homesite
as necessary.
Existing trees on the lot may die as a result of construction. Even though care and
consideration is exercised on the location of the home in proximity to the existing trees,
Sagewood Homes does not accept responsibility for the life of the trees. The existence
of mature trees within close proximity to the foundation could potentially cause
future foundation problems.
2. THE FOUNDATION STAGE
This is the first stage of construction and one of the most important. The plumbing and
electrical undergrounds are installed. The beams are dug. A vapor barrier is put in
place. All of the reinforcing cables are installed in the forms. The concrete is placed to
complete the foundation. The grade of the lot is established. Reinforcing cables are
stressed. All Sagewood Home foundations are designed by a licensed professional
engineer and are inspected by a technical representative of the engineer before
concrete placement.
3. THE FRAME STAGE
After the foundation is placed, the structure is ready for the framing process. Wood
studs, beams, floor joists or floor trusses, and rafters are used to create the skeletal
structure of the home.
At the frame stage, all of the exterior and interior walls and the roof are erected. The
framing for each floor plan is individually engineered. Some two-story Sagewood
Homes have engineered floor joists. The entire framing process is normally completed
within one to two weeks.
4. THE EXTERIOR TRIM STAGE (Construction refers to this as the "Cornice Stage")
The order of the work in this stage is 1) exterior foam sheathing; 2) windows and exterior
rear doors; 3) eaves, facia and overhang; 4) siding; and 5) roof decking and shingles.
Sagewood Homes installs Hardiplank siding for all horizontal siding. Hardiplank is also
used for the all other exterior trim on the house and garage. As replacement for wood and
carrying a 50 year warranty from the manufacturer, Hardiplank is an extremely hard
cementatious material and is impervious to rot, warping, and termites. The brick will
be installed based on the availability of the brick.
5. MECHANICAL ROUGH/INSULATION STAGE
The electrical wiring, alarm wiring, RG6 cable - alarm, CA T5 - telephone, plumbing lines
and HVAC, (Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning) equipment and ducts are installed.
Once the items listed above are complete, the home is insulated. Polycel is added to all
exterior corners, plates on the first floor, doors and windows, and penetration of wall plates
common to the attic. Once the mechanic, systems are installed and inspected the insulation
is placed in the exterior walls.
6. THE SHEETROCK STAGE
The sheetrock (drywall) is installed. The texture is applied.
7. THE TRIM STAGE
Cabinets are built or installed for the kitchen and the bathrooms. All countertops are installed
in kitchen and bathrooms. All moldings and baseboards are installed. The interior doors are
hung. Stair parts are installed, where applicable.
8. THE PAINT STAGE
The initial interior painting, caulking and staining is done. Sagewood Homes uses an upgraded
premium designed for high humidity and mildew conditions. High grade enamel is applied on
all designated material.
9. THE MECHANICAL TRIM STAGE
The plumbing fixtures and the electrical fixtures are installed. The HVAC compressor and
thermostat are installed. The coil, condenser, and compressor are sized to match each other
to maximize efficiency. The alarm keypads and control panel are mounted.
10. THE FINAL STAGE
It is during this stage that many of the cosmetic items are added to your home. The mirrors
and shower door are hung. Ceramic tile and wood floors (where applicable) are installed.
All final painting and staining is completed. The floor moldings are installed and painted.
11. GRADING AND LANDSCAPING
Once the interior of your home is complete, it’s time to begin final grading, landscaping,
and the installation of the sidewalk, driveway, and patio, and fence where applicable.
The carpet with pad is installed.
Your home is again inspected by the local Building Inspectors where applicable. Your
Sagewood Home is ready for the Homeowner Orientation, Closing, move-in, and many
years of enjoyment.
You are welcome to inspect the home at any time during construction. A new home
construction site is exciting, but can also be dangerous. Please observe common sense
safety procedures at all times when visiting.