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• Mar. 17, 2007 - Building your new home: Common Mistakes

Decided to Build a New Home?  Here are some helpful suggestions and common mistakes when building a new home. 

  • Exhaust fans in all bathrooms including entry and basement
  • Windows or Peep holes in the front and back doors
  • Electrical outlets at various elevations for outside use, such as christmas decor, deck lighting, etc...
  • Enough of a roof overhang at the front entry so guests can get out of the rain
  • Electrical outlets on the kitchen island
  • No breezeway or shelter protection from a detached garage to the house
  • Windows placement in rooms which don't allow furniture placement in bedrooms and living areas
  • HVAC venting directly under windows, this is both a condensation issue as well as future restriction for a doorway or expansion hallway
  • Utilities such as HVAC ductwork and plumbing in the basement directly in the middle or in direct access areas.  This creates a choppy layout for future design in the basement.
  • Enough storage space
  • More electrical outlets in the garage (workbench area with adequate breaker support)
  • Surround sound pre-wiring in designated areas
  • Stairway lighting for steps

 

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