New construction builder put the thermostat in the middle of the TV wall. Should they be obligated to move it?1wk ⋅ Flaky_Act_5092 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Driveway was poured 4 days ago... is it a problem that the contractors are already parking their trucks on it?3mo ⋅ BPereda ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Designing HVAC run in CAD, got this technique online, can someone check my work before I start cutting?1mo ⋅ giveMeAllYourPizza ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Who is right? We are enclosing our patio and just poured a 4-inch layer on top of an existing patio with 18 inch footings. Cement contractor says wait two weeks before building; framing contractor says there is no problem after 48 hours. Temperatures this week range from 46-79.3mo ⋅ LadyHolliday ⋅ r/Homebuilding
I understand this is a difficult question to answer, but roughly how much would this cost to build, disregarding the cost of the land?11mo ⋅ lobster_man_207 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Before after🏡🥰 Containers: 2×40ft Location: Hocking Hills State Park, USA By : Creative-Cabins1yr ⋅ myhousedesigns123 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
2 Months into building my own house.(Hired out the septic and foundation) It's not much, but it's all we need.7mo ⋅ SirMaxPowers ⋅ r/Homebuilding
10ft custom iron Pivot style door.. getting installed today10mo ⋅ Sudden_Researcher493 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Told a customer to not go with the shady concrete guy, he didn't listen. This was his pool when they left with the 14k cash. 10hr ⋅ GWAquatics ⋅ r/Homebuilding
I understand this is a difficult question to answer, but roughly how much would this cost to build, disregarding the cost of the land?11mo ⋅ CloudStrife012 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Every other post here: “What do you think of the floor plan I drew? Trying to save money and avoid hiring an architect.”1yr ⋅ Ohherewegooo ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Finally started site prep on our custom home! We've lived in a 1bed 1ba junk house for years, saving up for this. Managed to pay off 24 acres of land before signing the construction loan. Will post progress pics as we move along.7mo ⋅ katerinashcherbatsky ⋅ r/Homebuilding
I’ve seen this style going up in upper middle class neighborhoods since the mid 10s at least. What’s this style called?9mo ⋅ Mindofmierda90 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
NOT MY PROJECT - Gates Mills, OH - when you save a sliver of the old to build new. I don't know if this is a zoning requirement, or the owner's prerogative. I saw this driving by and couldn't resist snapping a pic. I'm going to make it a point to drive by as the summer wears on.9mo ⋅ chastehel ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Would these light switches not having the same orientation bother you?1yr ⋅ nwjamalol1 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
After nearly a year and a half, we're finally about to cross the finish line2yr ⋅ fbmgriever ⋅ r/Homebuilding
After 2yrs of owning the land, we get to quit saying we're trying to building a house. Finally broke ground!7mo ⋅ jreink14 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Anyone have experience with a rubber “slate” roof? Offer got accepted on a house with one and don’t know much about them/longevity/etc. I’m in the northeast (USA).8mo ⋅ Whateverwhatevver ⋅ r/Homebuilding
It’s not as big, or as expensive as some of them on here , but it’s ours3yr ⋅ G0PACKGO ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Why would my electrician run the wire like this? For extra slack? More commentary in comments.1yr ⋅ jjbourne712 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Owner builder 9 month mark, getting ready for paint, are we having fun yet?10mo ⋅ ATDoel ⋅ r/Homebuilding
I'm gonna pass on the water dispenser next time around. Most likely go with an under sink filtrations system and dispenser next to the faucet. Thoughts?3mo ⋅ BuilderBrigade ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Looking for feedback on my house design. Let me know what you think!11mo ⋅ Winteriscoming4u ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Would you put a window in your shower to allow for natural light? The other optionmy builder suggested is taking out the window and installing a solatube (it's similar to a sky light). Do people not like having a window and shelf to clean in the shower area? Thank you!1yr ⋅ HarryKolos ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Thoughts on this new build that they tore down my childhood home for?6mo ⋅ sinistersuavity ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Builders risk insurance jumps 5x and construction loan expires due to taking over a year to build11mo ⋅ monkeyman12957 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
What's the reason for this type of wiring slack? It's stapled to the studs, so it's not like you'd be able to pull it after sheetrock is up.11mo ⋅ buttgers ⋅ r/Homebuilding
My builder hid a junction box behind drywall, then denied it. Who do I report this to?1yr ⋅ ninepoundhammered ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Framers start Wednesday , starting to drop off supplies today.😀1yr ⋅ HealthyTemperature1 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Builder moved well location w/o discussion to middle of backyard, should I be upset?9mo ⋅ Ringo91 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Am I being extra by being bothered at the way the pattern on the floor and the wall weren’t aligned?1yr ⋅ mrHL7 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
We are so close to being done. Only thing thats missing are the lights at the front!2yr ⋅ PM_ME_CRYPTO_KEYSS ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Built a high performance home [ME] completed in Dec. Everything is supposed to be triple glazed, except this door snuck through the process double pane. Record lows tonight (-19F) and it froze over. Install error, or just because it’s double pane? Would a storm door fix?1yr ⋅ ehaagendazs ⋅ r/Homebuilding
5 months in and I got the porch soffit up and just passed 3 big inspections.4mo ⋅ SirMaxPowers ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Finally seeing some progress! 9 months ago we purchased a lot. 3 days later we found out we were expecting our first child. Going to be an exciting rest of the year!2yr ⋅ Joeythe1st ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Thought this looked cool. Plumbers work setting up the boiler and distribution to radiant floors1yr ⋅ stanz10 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Is there a name for this particular style of house? Is it just a bungalow? See a lot of them in a 1940s neighborhood near me.4mo ⋅ AskMeAboutMyCatPuppy ⋅ r/Homebuilding
still no electricity or running water. but everyday a little closer to finish1yr ⋅ lordlydancer ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Basement foundation was insulated with r5 and backfilled. We need r10 to pass code. Is it normal to have to do interior basement insulation also, or should they have done r10 on the exterior?4mo ⋅ Routine_Assumption_3 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Getting closed in slowly. Hopefully just another couple weeks. Owner/builder2yr ⋅ kenneth_bannockburn ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Finally ready to share our floor plan. All constructive criticism welcome.4mo ⋅ akain8033 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Should I have the builder fix these columns overlapping the patio?10mo ⋅ TheTinyBlueMonkey ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Building a new home and they installed the light switches like this in our master bathroom.2yr ⋅ KristinSaysGah ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Why hang ZIP sheathing this way? Doesn't it sort of defeat the purpose to add all those seams?11mo ⋅ Bwanaman ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Groundbreaking Has Begun! Now, what to do with 13,000 board feet of Redwood?3wk ⋅ Stiggalicious ⋅ r/Homebuilding
What is this shape of attic/roof called where the side walls of the house are overextended above the first floor?6mo ⋅ rantingcat ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Never seen this in a kitchen design. Maybe a decent idea for shorter ppl.2mo ⋅ VirtualLife76 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Can I get opinions on this bowed truss? Builder says it is within tolerance.10mo ⋅ Smogh ⋅ r/Homebuilding
I didn’t think this all the way through and have just realized if we add a fireplace centered on the wall right of the door, it will be weirdly off center to the vault. Any suggestions to make it less goofy?1yr ⋅ Distinct_Ad_3885 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Ownerbuilder, week 1: Building permit received, loan closed, and ground breaking.1yr ⋅ ATDoel ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Can't wait to finally move in next year - decided to put up a Christmas tree anyway.2yr ⋅ tlisek ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Huge gaps between my windows and trim. Builder says it’s fine. Thoughts?1yr ⋅ TeenBeans ⋅ r/Homebuilding
Go on Great Shitty Homes on Facebook and join their group. There’s a lot of shady work being done by these new home builders. Help this homeowner be heard10mo ⋅ Sea_Fix9044 ⋅ r/Homebuilding
After 3 years, we completed our “passive solar, net zero” forever home as homeowner-builders with zero experience.3yr ⋅ struggle_cuddle_club ⋅ r/Homebuilding
