My Jones Home

The Process

Phase 1: Sales agreement

Select your community, home site, finalize your home plans, and any custom selections. Sign a sales agreement and secure a mortgage.

Phase 2: Owner's Meeting

Meet with your Jones Construction representative; finalize your dream home design selection and customization ideas. House materials are then ordered and a construction scheduled created.

Phase 3: Building Permits

Jones Construction will obtain all necessary permits and expedite the building of your dream home.

Phase 4: Founation

Your lot is surveyed, staked, and foundation is formed. Plumbing is roughed in, footings dug and inspected. Once inspections are complete the foundation is poured.

Phase 5: Custom Framing

Your dream home begins to take shape as the interior and exterior walls are raised. Trusses are put into place once the walls up.

Phase 6: Exterior Finish Work

You will now see wall sheathing added to enclose your dream home and a house wrap material added to exterior walls to prevent water penetration. Roof sheathing is then completed with attic vents installed and your choice of roofing product added. Next, exterior doors and windows are installed and then your pre-selected exterior wall designs are completed. Lastly, final exterior trim work is completed to plan specifications.

Phase 7: Mechanical Installations

Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units, programmable thermostats, water heaters, central vacuum systems, all electrical wiring including customized security system, high-speed internet and surround sound wiring systems are completed, and plumbing systems are installed to specifications. At this stage, these systems are only Òroughed in,Ó meaning you will see exposed ends of pipes, wiring and ductwork to be finished later by the professionals. Larger items, such as bathtubs and shower units are installed at this time. City Inspectors are then called for inspection of workmanship.

Phase 8: Insulation and Home Sealing

Energy efficient insulation is installed between the roof trusses and the exterior stud walls. To increase energy efficiency and weatherproofing, all gaps between framing members and window surrounds are then sealed to eliminate potential air leaks.

Phase 9: Custom Interior Finish Work

Next, the interior walls and ceilings are covered with sheetrock. Then, interior doors, trim, and shelving are installed to specifications followed by your pre-selected choices of paint. Your personalized choices of cabinets, countertops, mirrors and flooring are then installed with highly skilled craftsmen. HVAC, plumbing and all electrical (from Phase 7) are finished, including your pre-determined choices of faucets, light fixtures, appliances and registers.

Phase 10: Landscaping

Your new yard will be graded to slope away from your foundation, and then all flatwork (concrete driveways, walkways, patios) are poured and finished. Your pre-determined landscaping design is then completed, including water features, automated lighting and sprinkler systems, fencing, and other pre-determined features.

Phase 11: Final Inspections

As your landscaping is nearing completion, we will join you for a formal home inspection and take notes (punch list) of any items that you feel need special attention, prior to occupancy. After all items have received appropriate attention, we will invite you to a final inspection. Afterwards, your home will be groomed and all finishing touches made to ensure your new home is immaculate and in pristine condition.

Phase 12: Closing

Jones Construction representatives will meet with you and explain the mechanicals and demonstrate the operation of your new appliances. We are prepared to answer your questions regarding the operation of your new home. Within a few days after this meeting, you will sign closing papers, officially transferring ownership of the home into your name.

Now that you're properly informed of what to expect from the construction process, here are a few tips to keep in mind.

One of the most important things to remember is that you will be asked to make decisions early in the construction process. This is because time is needed to order and receive materials and also because some units are too large to install in the later stages of construction.

Each stage has an approximate duration that builders strive to meet. However, a number of factors outside of the builder's control, such as adverse weather conditions and availability of labor and materials, can extend these durations. Your builder should give you an estimated completion date that will be approximate at first but more precise as your home nears completion.

Keep in touch with your builder, ask questions early and stay informed about the status of your house.

Your role in the construction process is an important one, for more information about what is expected of you see the section on Your Role in the Construction Process.

Interested in discussing your home building plans with us? Contact us to get started!