Our process
The custom home building process.
Since 1993 we have been fine tuning what we do, so you can start living in the home you have been dreaming about.
When you work with Richardson Brothers Custom Homes, we keep in close contact with you through each step. From beginning to end, you can count on frequent communication and personal service.
1
Initial consultation
We like to get to know our clients, their hopes, concerns, budget and expectations before the project begins. Do you have your eye on a lot in St. George or elsewhere in Southern Utah? How many rooms would you like? What matters most to you and your family, and how can we work your interests into the design?
Our homes are unique because they are tailored to each client. Your home will be no different.
2
Design
We draft the designs, but every decision comes down to your approval. We include your list of must have features, from a backyard pool and hot tub to drawers sized for your kitchenware. No detail is too big or too small.
Our designers keep your budget in mind through the design phase, working to include the features you love while keeping the project within your price range.
3
Construction
Once the design is complete, construction begins. Our crews take every safety precaution and follow city codes for new home construction.
We carefully build and customize every detail and feature you chose, and we do not trade quality for schedule. You can approve design features and follow construction updates through our online management tool, even when you are away from Southern Utah.
Questions
Process FAQs.
How long does it take to build a custom home?
Construction of a custom home can take six months to over a year, depending on the type and size of the home. Planning, design and finding a lot come first: pre construction alone can take three to six months, or up to a year if you are still deciding what you want. From the first meeting to move in, most clients should plan on a year and a half to two years.
Do I get to pick my own lot?
Yes. You can pick your own lot, or we can help you find one. If you choose your own, we are always available to look at it with you and talk through what it means for your design.
How much can I customize my home?
All of it. You decide which rooms you want, how many, and their sizes and shapes. You choose where things go, from the kitchen sink and range to fireplaces and closets, and how much shelving and storage you want and where.
What should I think about before we design my home?
A few good starting points: the size of home you want, an open or more traditional floor plan, which rooms you need (an office, a guest room, a second living room), one story or more, and any special features such as an extra fireplace or a kitchen island. We will help you through every decision.
How will I know how my build is going?
We keep in close contact through each step using our online management tool. Even when you are away from Southern Utah, you can approve design features and see construction updates.
Will my home be inspected during construction?
Yes. We run through several inspections as we build, including third party inspections of systems such as HVAC, roofing, electrical and plumbing.
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