Okanagan Builders – Custom Home Construction
Four Building Systems to Choose From
With the flexibility of 4 building systems, you choose your level of participation in the construction of your new home.
Custom Plans, Materials
& Construction System
System #1: Plans and Materials
- This system is strategically designed for the people who wish to build their new home, acting as their own general contractor. It appeals to those who realize the benefits of one-stop shopping for home plans and materials.
- Some of the benefits provided are;
- • We custom design your plans as per your exact instructions.
- • We supply you with the required materials and deliver them to the building site as and when needed, all at a guaranteed fixed price.
- • We warranty all materials provided. If there is a problem (i.e. manufacturer’s defect) with any of the materials shipped to the Jobsite, you have only one supplier to call on, us. Hundreds of products go into a new home. Dealing with all those suppliers on your own can be a frustrating and daunting task.
- • We also provide you with computerized tender forms completed with your detailed specifications, which will enable you to obtain competing quotes from multiple tradespeople. These tenders will give you the advantage of knowing that each quote received is based on the same specifications for true apples to apples comparisons.
- • We are here to provide advice if needed.
System #2: Lock-up
System #2:
Lock-up
- This system is designed for the people who wish to be involved in the construction of their new home but would like assistance in getting the house to the lock-up stage. Lock-up includes all excavation, backfill trenching, grading, etc. It also includes completion of the foundation/basement, framing, installation of windows and exterior doors, plus installation of the roofing materials. Lock-up is a critical stage in the construction process. Anything that goes wrong before this point is serious. For example, it is difficult to move concrete walls once they are completed. Anything that may go wrong from this point forward is relatively easy to rectify, by comparison. You will still be acting as your own general contractor, making the final selection of all tradespeople and paying them directly.
- Our Lock-up System includes all of the benefits of System #1 plus;
- • We manage the project from the start through to the lock-up stage.
- • We assist you in obtaining quotes from the trades required to get your home to the lock-up stage.
- • If desired, we will obtain quotes for you from our own trades for the work required to lock-up.
- • We will be here to provide advice if needed.
PROGRAM #1 PLUS SUPERVISION TO COMPLETION
System #3:
Start to Finish
- This system is designed for people who wish to be involved in the construction but do not have the expertise to manage the project from start to finish. They may also want to undertake some of the work themselves. Or perhaps they have a relative who is a plumber, electrician or painter. Maybe a friend who is a framing or siding contractor, etc. With this system, you would still be acting as your own General Contractor, selecting and paying the trades directly.
- This system includes all of the benefits of the two previous systems plus;
- • We manage the entire project from the start through to completion and possession.
- • We assist you in obtaining quotes from all trades required to construct your new home.
- • If desired, we will obtain quotes for you from our trades if you are not familiar with a reputable trade in any particular field. You will be able to rest assured that these trades are competent, reliable and reputable.
- • We will be here to provide advice if needed.
PROGRAM #1 PLUS SUPERVISION TO COMPLETION
System #4:
General Contract
- A general contract is ideal for those who do not have the necessary expertise or time to be involved in the construction of their new home, or for those who are capable but unable to be here during construction. A General Contract will also appeal to people who require a firm price before starting construction. A fixed price General Contract is often required by mortgage lenders as well.
- The benefits of a General contract;
- • We custom design the new home to suit your tastes and lifestyle, your building site and your overall budget for the home.
- • We collaborate with you on the selection and documentation of the detailed specifications to be included in the contract.
- • We arrange for HPO registration, building permit, and engineering.
- • We supervise construction and assume full responsibility for the entire project from beginning to end.