Check List

   Your builder should:
a Adhere to Quality Assurance Builder Standards.  These standards are a way to measure the quality of the project against an industry-approved set of standards.  Henderson Homes, Inc. is a proud member of the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis.
a Offer a wide variety of floor plans and options.  Henderson Homes, Inc. is a luxury custom home builder so your dreams are not limited by options.
a Manage your jobsite daily from lot clearing to closing.
a Openly guide you through each step of the building process as outlined below.

Decisions to make before choosing your builder:
a Where are you going to build?  If you need suggestions we will help you with the many variables that can affect the cost of building your home based on the lot you choose.  
a What style of home is for you?  Henderson Homes, Inc. specializes in uniting modern luxuries with historic architectural styles.  For style ideas, we’d like to suggest “A Field Guide to American Houses” by Virginia and Lee McAlester.
a Do you need assistance designing your house plans?  Henderson Homes has a team of associates to help make your dreams a reality.
a Know your budget before you start?  Every home and every homeowner has to have an established budget.  It’s important to remember that if a home has a million dollar budget, that million dollars doesn’t buy a two million dollar house.  We can help you fit your ideas into your budget. 


Building Process


Phase one:

q Lot selection
q Architectural plans
q Home specifications
q Cost proposal
q Home builder contract
q Construction loan
q Plot plans
q Building permits
q Homeowner association or developer approval


Phase two:

Exterior:
q Lot surveying and Staking
q Erosion Control
q Inspection
q Lot clearing
q Foundation
q Backfill & rough grade

q Inspection
q Framing
q Windows, exterior doors
q Trim
q Siding
q Utilities
q Painting
q Roofing

q Inspection
q Brick/Stone exterior
q Gutters and flashing

q Inspection
q Driveway, walks and patios
q Final grade
q Irrigation
q Landscaping

Interior:
q Heating and cooling
q Plumbing
q Electrical
q Alarm, Audio and Theatre

q Inspection
q Insulation
q Inspection
q Drywall

q Inspection
q Prime painting
q Cabinets and Counter tops
q Interior trim and Closets
q Painting
q Flooring
q Mechanical Finishes
q Bath hardware
q Appliances

Phase three:  

q Mailbox
q Clean-up
q Inspection
q New home presentation
q New home walk through
q New home possession