Our
Process
At Yoder Custom Homes, our mission is to guide you through the complex journey of designing and building your custom home with ease and clarity. To achieve this, we break the process down into five key phases. Each phase is designed to provide structure, communication, and transparency throughout your project. This page outlines our process and what you can expect as we work together to bring your vision to life.
First Meetings
The first step in building your custom home is to find a builder that you feel comfortable with. We consider the initial meeting an essential part of that decision. This is when we get to know each other and discuss your goals for your project.
Site Visit.
One of our first meetings will be at the building site. It is important for us to see the land where your home will be built, and to get a feel for what you envision. This meeting also gives us insights into any site constraints or complexities that we may be working with.
Follow-up Visit.
In this meeting we’ll take the time to better understand your vision, your needs, your budget, and timeline. We will also walk you through our process so that you know what to expect going forward. We will talk about the cost of building, to help you make an informed decision.
Outcome:
The goal of the first meetings is to give you the ability to make a confident decision regarding the following steps. If you and we both feel like we’re a good fit for your needs, and you are ready to move forward, we’ll transition to the next phase.
Concepts
In the Concepts phase, we begin the exciting work of designing your home. This phase typically takes 2-3 months to complete, though the timeline may vary depending on the complexity of your design and any changes made along the way.
What to Expect:
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Agreement and Design Work: Once a decision to proceed has been made, we will formalize an agreement and facilitate a relationship between you and our preferred residential designer.
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Advisory Role: During this phase, Yoder Custom Homes assumes an advisory role, offering on-site consultations as required to support design decisions, provide cost guidance, and ensure that that the design aligns with your budget.
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Client Agreement with Designer: A separate agreement for the designer’s services will be established directly between you and the designer, and you will be responsible for their associated fees.
Outcome:
At the end of this phase, you will have a concept design, which includes the floor plan of your home. This design should reflect your vision and fall within your budget. You will also receive a pre-construction proposal for the next step in the process.
Once all parties are satisfied with the concept plan, we can move forward to the next phase.
Preconstruction
The Preconstruction phase focuses on the detailed planning and preparation needed to turn your concept into a reality. This phase includes the completion of construction plans and designs, as well as necessary site preparation.
The Preconstruction phase includes:
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Plans Development: The residential designer will create full construction plans, including structural design, truss design and review, window and door specifications and review, and construction details for interior and exterior elements.
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Site Work: This includes preparatory work like soil science and analysis, well/septic design, permits, and entrance road construction.
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Well Installation: If a well is needed, it will be drilled during this phase.
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Septic System Installation: While excavation equipment remains on site, the septic system will be installed.
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Electric Service: We will coordinate with AEP to bring electrical service to the property and install a temporary service.
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Selections: Selections will be finalized for materials and fixtures, both for interior and exterior elements.
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Cost Analysis: A detailed building cost analysis will be completed, allowing us to offer an exact construction cost.
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Fixed Price Contract: We will develop a fixed-price contract that includes a guaranteed move-in date. We want no surprises! We believe that you should know what your home will cost and how long it will take to build before you sign the contract.
Fee Structure:
The cost for preconstruction services will be determined based on the complexity of the design and the extent of site work required.
Outcome:
When Preconstruction is complete, your site will be prepared for construction, and you will receive a fixed price contract proposal with a guaranteed move-in date.
When all parties are satisfied, we will proceed with the construction phase.
Construction
The construction phase is the culmination of all the previous planning and work. Our goal is to take the stress and fear out of building. We will be there every step of the way so you can sit back and enjoy watching your home take shape!
Our Roles:
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Project Management: Yoder Custom Homes manages every aspect of construction to ensure your home is built with utmost care and that it is ready for handover by the date we have guaranteed.
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Communication: One of the keys to success is good communication. We use a project management system that allows you, the client, to log in to a project portal. We will communicate through this, and you make selections, sign change orders, and stay up to date with what is happening on the project.
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Client Involvement: During the construction phase, your involvement is important. Your attention to the following details will streamline the building process.
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Prompt payments according to the draw schedule.
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Scheduled walk-throughs to ensure the home is being built to your satisfaction.
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Finalizing selections for materials and finishes in a timely manner.
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Ongoing feedback: Your input is important! We encourage you to stay engaged and let us know if anything looks incorrect or if you have questions or concerns.
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Outcome:
Once construction is complete, the county will issue a Certificate of Occupancy, confirming that your home meets all local requirements. We’ll conduct a final walk-through with you, and once final payment is received, we’ll hand over the keys.
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“Welcome home!”
Warranty
At Yoder Custom Homes, we stand by the quality of our workmanship, and we offer a one-year warranty on materials and workmanship.
Warranty Details:
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Follow-ups: We follow up with you periodically throughout the first year and address any warranty issues.
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Continued Support: If any concerns arise during the warranty period, we’ll address them promptly and ensure that your home continues to meet your expectations.
Conclusion
The Yoder Custom Homes process is designed to make your building experience as simple and enjoyable as possible. From the initial meeting to the final walk-through, we are committed to helping our clients navigate the path of building a home.
We look forward to helping your dream become a reality.
If you have any questions or would like to get started with your own custom home, don’t hesitate to contact us. We are excited to help you build a home that will endure for generations to come.
