Building Process Step 2: GradingThe second step in the building process is Grading and Excavation. This is often an expensive step, particulary when the property has greatly varied elevations. We are very fortunate with this project. The lot was flat to start with and we just needed to raise the building pad about a foot. It is important to be aware of SWPPP issues when bringing in fill material or removing excess material from the jobsite. We discuss these issues briefly in our video.
BUILDING PROCESS VIDEOSLot Preparation Video 2: GradingBUILDING PROCESS VIDEOS CONTINUEDCORNERSTAKING/FOOTING LAYOUT
STAY TUNED, MORE TO COME!Las Vegas ProjectWe will be continuing our Building Process Video Series for the next 12 months. The typical residential project takes 4-6 months, however, our Las Vegas Project is a 10,000 square foot custom home. While it may not be exactly what most owner builders are undertaking, it will demonstrate the building process is common to all projects. The ultimate goal is to show owner builders that a complicated, enormous custom home is built the in same way, using the same subcontractors, steps and materials as the smaller, "simpler" projects that most of us undertake. Of course, there will be unique challenges that may not apply to an individual's owner builder experience. They will, however, address another's issues. I hope the videos are enjoyable and informative. FREE CONTRACTOR DIRECTORYIf you are a licensed contractor or subcontractor and would like to be in our FREE CONTRACTOR DIRECTORY, simply fill out the request form on our submission page and I will enter your company information myself. Also, if you are an owner builder who has worked with a top notch contractor that may benefit from a free listing, steer them our way.Thanks for visiting Owner Builder Online.
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