Before having plans drawn up, Carroll Construction makes a plan for your needs & budget. Then, while the construction plans are being drafted, we provide expert guidance to steer the plans toward your goals so that you avoid the common pitfalls!
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GET PRE-APPROVED WITH YOUR LENDER
Research lenders to find the best rate and terms for your budget.
MEET TO BEGIN DRAFTING CONSULTATION
We meet to help you select the right draftsman and provide budget guidance during the drafting process.
CONFIRM BUDGET AND SCOPE
During our initial meeting, we’ll determine your needs and budget to guide the design process.
BEGIN DRAFTING THE PLANS
You’ll meet with a preferred draftsman or architect to start designing your home.
PLAN REVIEWS UNTIL FINALIZED
As the plans are developed, we’ll provide guidance to steer your designs toward your budget and goals.
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Conduct Your Own Feasibility Review
A feasibility review is an essential tool that allows you to determine answers to the critical aspects of building a new home, including the overall budget, style of your home, types of amenities, and the ideal location to build. Download our Feasibility Review Checklist to start planning today!
Choosing Rural Land or a Neighborhood Lot
When building a new house, one of the biggest decisions to make is if buying land in a Rural Area or a lot in an Established Subdivision. Read how that one choice can impact several other key decisions of the planning and design stages of construction. LEARN MORE about the Pros & Cons of your choice of land.
Select Your Home’s Exterior Style
An important aspect of the Feasibility Review is to narrow down the style of home you want. To help clarify your options, we’ve compiled some of the popular home styles that influence most Louisiana home buyers. The majority of designs in our area can be classified as “Acadian Style”. VIEW POPULAR STYLES
Warning Signs When Hiring a Homebuilder
To help you avoid being taken advantage of by shady contractors, we have compiled a short list of warning signs to look for when interviewing builders so that you know how to spot a deal that is just too good to be true. Read this educational resource from Robert Carroll of Carroll Construction.
The Basics About Construction Loans
Read this article to learn about typical financing terms, structuring payments for the loan, and popular types of construction loans. Plus, you’ll learn about the documents needed to apply for a construction loan. Read this free article from the experts at Carroll Construction!
Designing Your House Plans
Once you know all the fundamentals about your land, exterior style, and most amenities, you’re able to work with the builder to find a draftsman or architect to create the house plans! LEARN MORE
Common Mistakes When Planning to Build a New Home…And How to Avoid Them
This article reveals 3 common mistakes that some of our real-world clients have experienced during the planning phase of construction, plus the tips on how you can avoid making those same mistakes. READ THE ARTICLE
This phase involves establishing the baseline specifications of the project so that we can check your plans with the current market rates. We apply a standard set of finishes & parameters to develop a detailed estimate. This provides you with an idea of what your home design may cost.
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DEVELOP BASELINE SPECIFICATIONS
To ensure there are no surprises, we will create a baseline set of specifications to build upon during the custom selections phase.
PERFORM TAKEOFF
Our estimator will do a thorough takeoff of all the materials necessary to build your home.
MEET TO REVIEW BASELINE PRICE
You’ll review the specifics of everything included in your baseline price with your project manager.
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Bidding the Construction Work
This free article from Carroll Construction is a very handy reference guide to help you understand what to expect during the time-intensive process of bidding the construction work. READ THE ARTICLE
How to Obtain an ACCURATE Quote for a Custom Home
This free article from Carroll Construction explains the steps required to obtain an accurate quote for a custom home (from your Design Build Company or Contractor) so you avoid that “bait and switch” feeling that occurs far too often in the early phases of construction. READ THE FREE ARTICLE
Our expert design consultant will travel along with you to assist in finding the custom fixtures, materials, and other selections that will fit both your taste and budget.
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IN-PERSON SELECTIONS MEETINGS
Our in-house Design Consultant will accompany you to various suppliers to help you make the custom selections.
FINALIZE YOUR SELECTIONS
Once all options are reviewed & considered, final choices are made on your custom selections.
SIGN YOUR AGREEMENT & PLANS
You have one last meeting with your Design Consultant & Project Manager to review and sign off on the overall gameplan for the construction project.
FINALIZE FINANCING
At this point in the process, the project’s pricing should be complete and you can wrap up any final paperwork with your lender.
PERMITTING AND JOB REVIEW
We begin the permitting process and also begin sending notices to subcontractors and suppliers.
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The 3 Keys to Designing Beautiful Spaces When Building a Custom Home
Carroll Construction shares the three major focus points that are critical to a successful design that, when approached in the proper order, can propel you toward your final product. READ THE ARTICLE
Consider the Amenities for Your New Home
When considering the appliances, fixtures, and general amenities of your new home, use this short-list of features as a reference guide to spark your imagination! READ THE ARTICLE
Obtaining the Financing & Signing the Contracts
Get insight on searching for and securing financing for new home construction once the written estimate from your builder has been received. READ THIS FREE ARTICLE
This is the exciting time to watch your plans & dreams come to life as Carroll Construction builds your new home!
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WATCH YOUR HOME COME TO LIFE
Follow the progress through regular updates posted to your personalized online construction portal.
FINAL WALKTHROUGH
You and your Project Manager will tour the home and thoroughly assess the project, detailing any outstanding items or issues.
HANDOVER MEETING
You’ll review your warranty program and take ownership of the keys to your new Carroll Construction home!
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Knocking Out the Fear of Punch Lists
This article covers the common reasons punch lists are a major source of fear and frustration for homeowners and builders and outlines ways to ensure the punch list is used properly. READ THE ARTICLE
Your Personalized Project Management Tool
Carroll Construction provides a customized online portal for each client to track everything related to their construction project: selections, upgrades, financial decisions, questions, documents, photos, and more! LEARN MORE
