Adverse outdoor conditions can cause setbacks and delays for construction projects, and this couldn’t be more true for building a custom home. Climate and location often dictate the best time of year to begin breaking ground on a custom home.
Highland Builders works all across the Richmond Metro area and surrounding counties. Our climate here in the mid-Atlantic is humid subtropical. This lends itself to hot, muggy summers, moderately cold winters and mild fall and spring seasons. In our area, it’s often recommended to start building in the late summer or early fall.
Consider the process as a whole
Like every other decision in building a custom home, the choice of when to begin the journey is entirely yours. However, it’s important to consider all the ways in which the seasons can negatively impact different stages of the process. It also helps to discuss with your builder whether contractors have a preference, as this might increase flexibility when deciding on the ideal time to start.
Although most homes are completed on a 6 month schedule, there are certain seasons that are better suited for different projects. Initial work like preparing the site, pouring foundation, framing and roofing is best completed in the late summer and early fall when outdoor conditions are favorable. If work moves along on schedule, the house can then be enclosed by wintertime, which is the optimal time for interior work. By the time spring arrives, exterior finishes like siding, painting, landscaping, driveways and patios are ready for completion.
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It’s important to consider all stages of building a custom home, not just construction. Preliminary steps like obtaining financing, selecting a lot, finalizing design plans, submitting permits and receiving approval all take time before you can break ground. The benefit of working with Highland Builders is we take every stage into account, building the schedule out while leaving plenty of opportunity for flexibility and changes.
To learn more about the best time to build a custom home, contact Highland Builders today at (804) 449-6006.
