How Soon After I Sign a Purchase Agreement Will Construction Begin on my Custom Home, and How Long Will it Take?

Posted by Travars Built Homes on March 1, 2019

We can start your custom home build process directly after your purchase agreement is signed, with site work scheduled as soon as building permits are in hand.

Here are the first steps we take together before the shovel hits the ground:

Modifications you want to make to your floor plan
Documented details about features, finishes, materials and pricing
Lot walk for site assessment with home’s footprint
Loan closed for home construction (and lot, if not already owned)
Review of architectural and engineered blueprints
HOA architectural review, if applicable
Improvement Permits, if applicable
Build Permits
Preliminary survey and home location plat map

How to build a custom home in North Carolina.

The typical time frame for a Travars Built Home is 6 to 9 months from when we begin the actual construction, depending on the size and type of home and the location of the build.

Contact us with questions or see what others have asked already, FAQ’s and answers.

Grovetown B

2291 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary

This Modern Craftsman floor plan offers a first floor master and guest room, vaulted family room with fireplace, open island kitchen, and big mud room style laundry downstairs. An optional covered terrace can be added.

Upstairs, the Grovetown, by DK Designs Inc. has two bedrooms and a bath.

Start Here: Get the Grovetown B Plan Flyer

The flyer includes the layout and plan information.
From there, we’ll prepare a detailed 10-page construction package that outlines your build — ready to review when you are.
You’ll be amazed at what’s already included in every Travars Built Home.

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright DK Designs Inc. & Associates

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How can a lot walk save trees – and some green?

Posted by Travars Built Homes on February 27, 2019

What’s the best way to save trees when you build your new house? What roles do planning and surveying play in tree preservation? Here’s what you need to know before you clear your lot.

Never clear your lot before you talk with the county building department and your builder – especially if you will need a septic system.

Travars Built Homes provide a lot walk and assessment that includes a discussion of tree retention, before any clearing occurs. Your builder will also discuss things like the slope of the lot, possible water routes, the footprint of your home and its build site. You’ll learn a lot about the first stages of the build – as well as ways to save tree trunks and greenbacks.

There are also rules about how much can be cleared due to impervious limits, environmental regulations, government mandated erosion requirements, easements and other imperatives.

The amount of clearing required is based on your house footprint, based on the perimeter of your home with about 15-20′ of clearing on each side of your home, when the lot and setbacks allow for it. That amount of space provides room for sidewalks, parking pads, fences and foot traffic to get around the house.

Unless you request more tree removal – within the parameters of what is allowed for your location – it is our goal to retain every tree possible within the area that we need to safely get your home built. When your desire is to have a wooded lot, we want to preserve that natural beauty for you as much as possible.

If your home needs a septic system, the amount of trees removed in your septic field depend on specific requirements and there are areas that cannot be disturbed, to allow for that critical system to be installed and function properly.

It is not always possible to save every tree that you would like to retain. Trees have varying root systems, some of which are more extensive than others. White oak, Hickory and Walnut trees have some of the deeper root systems. Pine trees (which there are many of in North Carolina) have shallow root systems that can be less stable. For the most part roots are 12-24″ deep and extend out from the tree in a radius. You can measure tree diameter at chest height and multiple that by 12 to get a good idea of where roots end. The drip line or canopy can also be used as a rough guide, with the furthest branch as your measurement.

Contact us to schedule your lot walk where your home site determinations will be provided. We will discuss site work for the fit of your home to your lot. This pre-construction meeting on site with your builder will help you envision where your home and driveway can be placed.

Amberway

3983 sq ft | 5 Beds | 4.5 Baths | Two Story

This House plan works two story house plan from Southern Home Designs offers open concept living spaces, downstairs private guest suite with full bath and walk in closet, formal dining, mud room, large closets, and built-in storage throughout. The staircase is angled for a unique design.

Upstairs, this two story plan includes a laundry room with wrap around built ins, four bedrooms, three full bathrooms (one Jack and Jill bathroom with direct access from bedroom 4 and 5), and a built-in computer / desk area for homework and arts and crafts.

This plan offers a third floor bonus room and bathroom (finished or unfinished).

Start Here: Get the Amberway Plan Flyer:

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright Southern Home Designs

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Grace

3237-3637 sq ft | 4-5 Beds | 4 Baths | Two Story

This new home plan offers open concept living spaces, downstairs private guest suite, formal dining, home office, walk-in pantry and closets, and built-in storage throughout. The Grace is a Houseplan Works home plan from Southern Home Designs. See a photo tour of the Grace.

Love the Grace? Let’s Talk About Building It

We’ll send you the floor plan flyer so you can view the layout and key details.
As a next step, we’ll prepare a personalized 10-page construction package that outlines everything included in your custom home — ready to review together at your convenience.
You’ll be surprised by how much comes standard with Travars Built Homes.

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright Southern Home Designs & Associates

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Northampton

5194 sq ft | 4-5 Beds | 4 Baths | First Floor Guest Suite

This new home plan, a Houseplan Works home plan from Southern Home Designs, offers open concept living spaces, downstairs private master suite, formal dining, home office, mud room, walk-in closets, built-in storage throughout, and a three car garage.

Let’s Get Started – Request Northampton Flyer and Pricing

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright Southern Home Designs & Associates

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Oakton Manor

3910 sq ft | 5 Beds | 4.5 Baths | Two Story

This new home plan, a Houseplan Works home plan from Southern Home Design, offers open concept living spaces, island kitchen, downstairs private guest suite, formal dining, home office, mud room, built-in storage throughout, and a three car garage.

Love the Oakton Manor? Let’s Talk About Building It

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright HousePlanWorks & Associates

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Walkerfield

4743 sq ft | 5-6 Beds | 4.5-5.5 Baths | Two Story

This new home plan, a Houseplan Works home plan from Southern Home Designs, offers open concept living spaces, island kitchen, downstairs private guest suite, formal dining, home office, mud room, built-in storage, three car garage, and third story recreation room.

Love the Walkerfield? Let’s Talk About Building It

We’ll email you the floor plan flyer with the home layout and plan overview.
Next, we will prepare a full 10-page construction package with everything included in your build — and walk through it together in a custom home consultation.
You’ll be amazed at what’s already included in a Travars Built Home.

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright HousePlanWorks & Associates

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Windermere

2434 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

This Houseplan Works home plan from Southern Home Designs offers open concept living spaces, island kitchen, downstairs private master, home office, mud room, built-in storage, three car garage, and third story recreation room.

Send Me the Windermere Flyer and Pricing

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright HousePlanWorks & Associates

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Bassett

1878-2400 sq ft | 3-4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

This farmhouse plan, an Architectural Designs craftsman style home, offers a first floor master, family room with fireplace, open island kitchen with large walk in pantry, and separate mud room drop zone outside the laundry room.

Upstairs, the Bassett has two bedrooms with walk in closets, full bath, and linen storage closet.

Start Here: Get the Bassett Plan Flyer:

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright Architecturaldesigns and Associates

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We can start your custom home build process directly after your purchase agreement is signed, with site work scheduled as soon as building permits are in hand.

Here are the first steps we take together before the shovel hits the ground:

The typical time frame for a Travars Built Home is 6 to 9 months from when we begin the actual construction, depending on the size and type of home and the location of the build.

Contact us with questions or see what others have asked already, FAQ’s and answers.

2291 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary

Start Here: Get the Grovetown B Plan Flyer

What’s the best way to save trees when you build your new house? What roles do planning and surveying play in tree preservation? Here’s what you need to know before you clear your lot.

Never clear your lot before you talk with the county building department and your builder – especially if you will need a septic system.

There are also rules about how much can be cleared due to impervious limits, environmental regulations, government mandated erosion requirements, easements and other imperatives.

If your home needs a septic system, the amount of trees removed in your septic field depend on specific requirements and there are areas that cannot be disturbed, to allow for that critical system to be installed and function properly.

Contact us to schedule your lot walk where your home site determinations will be provided. We will discuss site work for the fit of your home to your lot. This pre-construction meeting on site with your builder will help you envision where your home and driveway can be placed.

3983 sq ft | 5 Beds | 4.5 Baths | Two Story

Start Here: Get the Amberway Plan Flyer:

3237-3637 sq ft | 4-5 Beds | 4 Baths | Two Story

Love the Grace? Let’s Talk About Building It

5194 sq ft | 4-5 Beds | 4 Baths | First Floor Guest Suite

Let’s Get Started – Request Northampton Flyer and Pricing

3910 sq ft | 5 Beds | 4.5 Baths | Two Story

Love the Oakton Manor? Let’s Talk About Building It

4743 sq ft | 5-6 Beds | 4.5-5.5 Baths | Two Story

Love the Walkerfield? Let’s Talk About Building It

2434 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Send Me the Windermere Flyer and Pricing

1878-2400 sq ft | 3-4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Start Here: Get the Bassett Plan Flyer: