Custom Home Customer Meetings Start to Finish

Step 1: Initial Meeting - Field Tree Construction Rundown

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• Explain the step-by-step construction timeline.

• Discuss expectations for both the builder and the client.

• Define roles and responsibilities to ensure smooth collaboration.

• Address any initial questions or concerns.

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Step 3: Field Tree Construction Bidding Phase

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• Field Tree Construction reaching out to their qualified subcontractors and suppliers to gather competitive bids for each phase of the project.

• All bids are reviewed, analyzed, and organized into a comprehensive budget that outlines material, labor, and additional costs associated with the project.

• Based on bid evaluations, Field Tree Construction selects the best contractors for each job, ensuring each phase is competitively priced while maintaining high-quality standards.

Step 5: Contract Signing Meeting

• Sign the construction contract.

• Submit the required down payment to initiate the process.

Step 7: Oostburg Lumber Cabinetry & Countertop Selection Meeting

• Choose cabinetry styles, species, and colors.

• Select countertops for kitchen and bathrooms.

Step 9: Plumbing Fixture Selections (Gerhard's Kitchen, Bath & Lighting Store)

• Choose plumbing fixtures, including sinks, faucets, showers, tubs, and toilets.

Step 11: Electrical Fixture Layout (Walk Through Home with Electrician)

• Conduct an on-site walkthrough with the electrician.

• Finalize placement of light fixtures, outlets, and switches.

Step 13: Mirrors & Bathroom Hardware Selections (Buyer’s Purchase)

• Choose and purchase mirrors, towel bars, and other bathroom hardware.​

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Step 15: Fireplace Stone Selection (If Applicable)​

• Choose the stone material and design for the fireplace.

Step 17: Bathroom Glass Design/Selection (If Applicable)

• Design and select shower glass doors and other bathroom glass elements.

Step 19: Exterior Flatwork Design

• Design and finalize driveways, sidewalks, patios, and other exterior concrete work.

Step 2: Blueprint Creation/Edits & Finalization with Oostburg Lumber​

• If you want to create a blueprint of your own, we reach out to the Architects at Oostburg Lumber to get the design process started.

• If using a Field Tree blueprint, we begin reviewing and making necessary edits to the blueprints with the Architects at Oostburg Lumber.

• Ensure all design preferences and structural needs are incorporated.

• Confirm the final plans are exactly how you want them before moving to the pricing stage.

Step 4: Home Price Rundown with Field Tree Construction

• Reviewing the comprehensive pricing based on approved plans and bids collected.

• Identifying potential cost adjustments or modifications.

• Making any final changes before proceeding to the contract phase.

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Step 6: Oostburg Lumber Building Materials Meeting

• Select key building materials, including windows, roofing, and siding.

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Step 8: Flooring & Tile Meeting (Claerbout)

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• Finalize flooring selections, including vinyl plank, tile, and carpet.

Step 10: Paint Color/Stain Selections

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• Decide on interior and exterior paint and stain colors.​

Step 12: Electrical Fixture Selections (Buyer’s Purchase)

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• Purchase selected light fixtures, chandeliers, and fans.​​​

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Step 14: Appliance Selections (Buyer’s Purchase)

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• Select and purchase kitchen and laundry appliances.

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Step 16: Exterior Stone Selection (If Applicable)​

• Select stone materials for the home’s exterior finish.

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Step 18: Closet Buildout Design/Selections

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• Finalize shelving, rods, and storage solutions for all closets.

Step 20: Closing Day​

• Final walkthrough and inspection.

• Sign the final paperwork and receive keys to your new home!