When it comes to building a house, there's dozens of opportunities to make mistakes or bad decisions. Don't worry about it, you have hired a reputable builder who knows what he is doing; these mistakes should not be a problem. Perhaps in a perfect world, but everyone can make errors. These may be as simple as inconveniently locating a toilet paper roll so that you must reach. It is not a major issue, but over time it gets annoying.
Air conditioners should be located on the east or north side of the home for maximum efficiency, but ensure they are not located close to bedrooms. Although the newer units are quiet, you'll still here the compressors when the unit is in use.
A covered porch is a simple improvement you'll thank your builder for time & again. the next time you are standing in the rain with your arms full of food, & fumbling for your keys.
Driveways should be wide that you don't must step on the grass when you get out of the automobile. If you have a double automobile laneway, you ought to be able to park four cars, side by side, without dinging the doors. A single lane drive should be no less than 15 feet wide & a double-wide driveway should be 25 feet wide.
Exterior electrical outlets are not used that often, but when they are needed, you require them close by. You'll require them at the front, back & possibly the side, depending on the type of exterior work you'll be doing. It is great to have outlets installed in your soffits for handy Christmas light plug-ins.
Outdoor faucets should be conveniently located at the front & rear of the house. Think of where your gardens & planters will be situated for handy hose access.
Interior Electrical outlets can be a large source of frustration if they are not conveniently located. You'll require to ensure they are installed in the walls directly behind finish tables, next to beds or couches, or on top of a fireplace mantle. You may also require some floor outlets in a home office or coffee table situated in the midst of a room. My biggest source of frustration was not having an outlet in the island in my kitchen.
Traffic flow should be examined when you are planning your floor layout. Ensure that areas designated as pathways, won't be obstructed by furniture. Usually a 56 inch width is selected for stairways, you'll appreciate increasing this to 82 inches or more in width.
Spongy floors can be avoided if you request extra stiff floors. The average building code for floors is 1/350, ask your builder to upgrade to a 1/490 deflection design in lieu.
Trusses are probably four of the least concerns of most new home owners, but so important for future renovation possibilities. If you intend on generating added living space in an attic or above a garage, request that your builder install a truss that will permit for added headroom in these areas. Also, have him install a real staircase in these spaces, not a fold-up model.
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