ITS NEVER TO EARLY TO GET STARTED.

Looking to build your dream home? At Park City Builders Club, we're here to help make that a reality Our first meeting is all about getting to know you and your vision. Let's connect and see if we're the right fit for building your dream home. At our initial meeting, we take the time understand where you are in the process of building your custom home. We ask questions to determine your needs and goals, such as whether you have a lot or need help finding one, and if you already have home plans. This conversation typically takes about an hour, we will explain the process going forward. We are not here to sell you a house, but rather to offer you an understanding of your options so you can make informed decisions.

In our initial meeting, we ask a lot of questions. We want to find out where you are in the process. Are you ready now or planning for the future? Do you have a lot or need help in finding one? Do you already have your home plans? What is your reason for building a new home? You can expect this initial conversation to take about an hour. We will explain the process going forward and at the end of the meeting, we will simply ask if you would like to set up a follow up meeting. This meeting is not meant to be a sales presentation where we try to sell you a house and ask for a deposit. We want to offer you an understanding of all your options, so you can strategically plan and pray through what steps you are ready to take towards building your custom home.

After finding out more about us and understanding your options, we are honored that you believe we could be the right partner to build your new custom home. In our second meeting, our conversation will be focused on discussing budget, expectations and our abilities. We want to build trust in our relationship from the beginning and lay out every detail, so we can give you an accurate picture of the process and pricing.

You have decided to partner with Park City Builders Club and we could not be more thrilled to go on this journey with you to build your dreams. We are now ready to start the design phase to get everything in place before we begin construction.

We will take measurements, order surveys, order any necessary land clearing and work with the architect to finalize a floor plan. This phase will result in a 1/8 floor plan, front elevation, home specifications, a fixed allowance and price details.

Our design deposit is typically around 1% of your estimated home budget. This deposit is collected now and allows us to proceed with surveys, lot clearing and / or architectural plans.

While the many choices involved in the interior design selection process can seem overwhelming, our creative and experienced design associate can help break it down to make every step of your experience both engaging and easy. The interior finishes, roofing, exterior materials, HVAC, Interior doors, drywall finish style, framing lumber, trim, windows, exposed beams and concrete finish are typically items that you would find already specified in a cost plus or fixed price agreement. We will work together to determine these items, so you can specify what is to be included in your agreement.

Flooring, lighting fixtures, appliances, exterior doors, counter tops, mirrors and tub and shower tile surrounds are all examples of items that may be included as allowance items. We will work together to determine how much to budget for each allowance item based on your needs, wants and wishes.

Once we have approved floor plans, front elevation (drawing of the front of the home) and placement of the home on the lot, we are ready to craft the estimate, specifications and agreement. This preparation takes about a week or two. Upon completion, we will review the details of the plan, contract, specifications and allowances. If everything is acceptable, we will sign a contract and accept a predetermined construction deposit from you.

To initiate the construction phase, we will need to confirm your financing plans. If you choose to finance the home with a loan, we will request a pre-approval letter from the lender of your choosing. If you choose to self-finance the home, we will meet to discuss construction funds and the payment schedule. Once construction funding is in place, we can start the construction phase.

Permits and Approvals

We submit a final set of plans to any governing bodies: and the Architectural Review Committee for their approval. This process can take from 2 to 4 weeks, depending on the responsiveness of the authorities.

Homeowner Kick-off Meeting

At this meeting, you will be presented with your personal Homeowner Login Access to our Online Support & Tracking System prior to construction. This will help you to stay organized and informed during the whole construction process. Inside your Homeowner Manual, you will find:

All Home Documents
Our Company Contact Information
Your Signed and Dated Professional Services Agreement and/or Contracts
Your Signed and Dated Specifications with Allowances
Selection Information Sheets and Procedures
Our Change Order Procedures
A Construction Schedule

Site Preparation Lot Staking & Tree Removal

We will stake the actual footprint of the home on the lot. Developers and / or community “Architectural Control Committees” often require this step. Your Site Builder will meet with you on your lot to discuss the orientation of your home and mark trees for clearing. Preserving the natural beauty of the home site is of paramount importance to us. Removing trees allows us to open view corridors, bring more light into the home site and can help keep costs down. The faster we can get trucks in and out of the build site, the more money you save.

Final Approvals

Once we have approval from the Governing Authorities, Architectural Review Committee and/or Homeowners Association, we are ready to proceed to Phase 4 and start construction.

The process of building a home is ultra-exciting and filled with many big decisions along the way. We know the amount of decisions can sometimes be overwhelming, so we schedule our design meetings in stages, giving you time to think through your selections. Several selections will be made directly with our suppliers. Their information will be included on Selection Information Sheets provided in your Homeowner Manual.

List of Selections

Plumbing Fixtures, Front Door, & Appliance Selections
Exterior Color Selection and Electrical Review
Cabinetry Selections
Security and Audio/Visual Selections
Interior Colors and Design Selections
Ornamental Iron Selection
Lighting Selections
Mechanicals and Pre-Drywall Confirmation
Interior Finish Confirmation
Final Selections & Confirmations
Driveway and Walkways

Change Requests and Change Orders

Changes during construction are common when building a custom home and PCBC is flexible in accommodating those changes or variations. All change orders need to be in writing and we have developed a system of Selection Confirmations and Change Orders to build this flexibility into your contract.

With the lot staked and cleared, the excavation and actual construction can now begin. PCBC will meet with you for a Foundation Meeting to explain the foundation process, mark the location of your driveway and get your approval to move forward.

Construction Begins

We are ready to break ground! First we establish the foundation, retaining walls and interior flatwork, while preliminary work begins on plumbing. Additionally, we order any items that require a long lead-time for production, like windows. Other activities that typically occur during this stage include:

Excavation
Order Windows
Pour Foundation / Basement Walls
Sewer and Water Stub Out
Retaining Walls
In slab plumbing
In slab electrical
In slab Natural gas

Framing and Dry in Stage

Activities that typically occur during this stage include:

Framing
Fireplace install
Roof Dry In
Gutter and Downspouts
Window Install
Plumbing Rough
Mechanical Rough
Plumbing and Mechanical Inspection
Electrical Walk Through
Electrical Rough
Electrical Inspection
Electrical Service
Garage Doors Installed
Exterior Facade start
Phone/AV/Cable Wiring
Pour Lightweight concrete (if applicable)
Frame Inspection
Insulation
Insulation Inspection
Drywall
Paint Exterior
Masonry Exterior

Your home is nearing completion and the details of your custom home are added to make it truly unique to you.

Interior Wall Paint
Trim Installation
Shelving
Tile Installation
Hardwood Installation
Cabinet Installation
Counter top Installation
Stair Rail Installation
Stucco Top Coat Application
Roof Installation
Exterior Flatwork
Paint and/or stain interior trim
Plumbing Trim
Electrical Trim
Mechanical Trim
Phone/AV/Cable Trim
Stain and Seal Hardwoods
Install Appliances
Mirrors and SH Doors
Carpet Installation
Windows Cleaned
Screens and hardware
Interior Clean
Final Grade

You will conduct a pre-walk-through with your Site Builder so they can coordinate the finishing touches on your home and have it cleaned prior to your final walk-through.

Pre-Closing Walk-Through

Approximately one week prior to closing, you will meet with the Site Builder to demonstrate the operation of appliances and mechanical systems in your new home.

They will explain homeowner maintenance responsibilities and review the Limited Warranty Agreement.
They will provide you with any manufacturer warranties.
You will be given an opportunity to make notes prior to our Pre-Closing walk- through, but if you don’t, be assured we will come to the meeting with a detailed Closing Checklist to ensure the home is up to our standards. A complete Punch List is important at this time. The Site Builder will complete your written Punch List according to the construction schedule and will return for additional Punch List repairs at the 30-day check-up.

After the walk-through, your Site Builder will address the Punch List and then schedule a final cleaning. Upon Homeowner approval of the final cleaning, the homeowner will be responsible for all trash or cleanup not related to construction on the home.

Final Walk-through

This is our chance to get your input on any last minute remaining issues or decisions prior to closing.

Closing

In preparation for closing, our associate will update the Job Summary Report with all charges and credits resulting from Change Orders (if any) and allowances minus selections. The result is a total for permanent financing and/or a final payment due to PCBC. Once the Job Summary Report is agreed to and finalized, then permanent financing will close (if applicable), Park City Builders Club will receive final payment and you will receive the keys to your Custom Home.

Warranty

After 30 days, at your convenience, call and schedule a Home Review with our Warranty Manager. The Warranty Manager will address each request on a case-by-case basis and contact the appropriate contractors for repair.

11-Month Home Review

After eleven months of occupancy, at your convenience, please call and schedule a Home Review with our Warranty Manager. We will do a walk-through and see if we need to address any issues and if you have found any new items of concern in your home. The Warranty Manager will address each request on a case-by-case basis and contact the appropriate contractors for repair.