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What specific qualities are you looking for in a builder?

Which of the following is most important to you in deciding who will build your new home?
    Price?
    Delivery Date?
    Design?
    Quality?
    Reputation of the Builder?
    Service provided by the Builder?
    Other?

How long do you plan to live in this house?

Have you built in the past?  If so, how would you summarize the experience?

How involved would you like to be in the project?

What specific features of you new home are most important to you?

What specific design elements are most important to you?

Do you have "wish" or "dream" list features that you are considering?

Budget Questions:

What are you willing to spend?

What are you comfortable spending?

What is the maximum you can afford to spend?

What is your desired monthly payment?

Do you need help with a source of financing?

General Design Questions:

Architectural Style - Southern or Northern Traditional / Modern or "Olde Style" Mediterranean, Contemporary?

General Floor Plan Considerations - Open or Private, Formal or Casual, Great Room or Formal Living?

Lifestyle Considerations - Children, Entertaining, Home Office, Hobbies?

Number of Levels - Rooms on each Level?

Number of Bedrooms - Locations, Additional Functions?

Master Bedroom - Location, Features, Special Needs?

Number of Bathrooms - additional Bathroom considerations?

Property Questions:

Do you already own property or are you looking?
If you are looking, can we help you or can we refer you to a good Realtor?
If you already have your property, what can you tell us about it?  Is there an existing home that needs to be removed?  Is the property cleared or will there be tree removal?  Are the soils good or will they need stabilizing?  Can we meet you at the property to inspect and consider any design or construction issues?

Want to continue?  Or if you've had enough?

Specific Design Questions:

Area Square Footage Calculations:
1st Floor Air-conditioned space?
2nd Floor Air-conditioned space?
Bonus Truss Air-conditioned space?
Garage size?
Entry Porches?
Covered Lanai?
2-story Volume space?
Balcony?
Mechanical Room or Storage Trusses?
Attic Storage space?
Open Patio?

Design and Drawings:
Preliminary Plans?
Working Drawings?
Truss Engineering:
Structural Engineering?
Interior Designer?
Landscaping Designer?
Additional Design and Drawing Considerations:

Financing and Closing Costs:
Construction Financing?
Permanent Financing?
Miscellaneous Closing Costs?
Interest Payments During Construction?
Additional Financing and Closing Costs Considerations:

Miscellaneous Soft Costs:
Real Estate Commission?
Homeowners Dues?
Property Taxes:
Additional Miscellaneous Soft Costs Considerations:

Permit, Impact and Connection Fees:
Is a Zoning Variance Required?
Is the property in a Flood Zone?
Is the property Lakefront or adjoining a Conservation Easement?
Are there any Trees that have to be removed?
Is there an existing house that needs to be Demolished?
Is Water Service available?
Is Sewer Service available?
Is Electric Service available - Overhead or Underground?
Have any Impact or Connection Fees been Pre-paid?
Additional Permit, Impact and Connection Fees Considerations:

Surveys, Demolition and Sitework:
Do you have a recent Survey?
Is there an existing house that has to be Demolished?
Is there anything else that needs to be removed during Demolition - Swimming Pool, Trees, Oil Tank, Fencing?
Have you noticed any signs of Rats on the property?
Have you performed any Soils Testing?
Are there any Trees and Overgrowth that need to be removed?
Can we Bury Organic Debris on the property?
Can we Burn Trees and Brush on the property?
Will additional Fill Dirt need to be Imported to establish grade for the new home?
Are there any Natural Areas that you wish to preserve?
Will Tree Trimming be necessary?
Additional Surveys, Demolition and Sitework Considerations:

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Construction Specifications, Features and Amenities:

Foundation and Concrete Slab:
Monolithic or Stemwall Foundation?
How high would you like your floor to be above grade?
Fibermesh or Welded Wire Mesh?
Upgrade Concrete in Slab to reduce Cracks?
Exposed Finish on Porches?
Termite Pre-treatment - Chemicals only, Tubes under the Slab, Termite Barriers, Termite Monitoring?
Additional Foundation and Concrete Slab Considerations:

Concrete Block and Exterior Walls:
Concrete Block or Wood-framed Exterior Walls?
2x4 or 2x6 Wood-framed Exterior Walls - 1st Floor, 2nd Floor?
Ceiling Heights - 1st Floor, 2nd Floor?
Screen or Privacy Walls - Bathroom Windows, AC Units, Trash Cans?
Stucco, Brick, Stone Veneer, Cement Board or Wood Siding?
Additional Concrete Block and Exterior Walls Considerations:

Wood Framing and Roof Trusses:
CDX Plywood or OSB Roof Sheathing?
Foil-backed Roof Sheathing for Radiant Barrier?
Upgrade to American Plywood Association - Code Plus Program?
Bonus Trusses for extra Living Space - over Garage, main area of house?
Mechanical Room or Storage Trusses - finished or un-finished space?
Attic Storage Trusses?
2nd Floor Open Web Trusses or Plywood I-Beams?
Additional Wood Framing and Roof Trusses Considerations:

HVAC - Heating, Ventilation and Air-Conditioning:
Trane Brand Heat Pump(s) or other?
Number of Units?
Additional Zones or Special Needs?
Programmable Thermostats?
Upgrade to Florida Power Energy ACT standards?
How much more would you pay for more Energy Efficiency?
Would you like to know more about Energy Efficiency and alternate systems?
Does anyone in your family have Allergies?
Are you concerned about Mold?
Additional HVAC Considerations:

Plumbing:
Water Heaters / Size?
Toilets - Standard or Special / White or Color / Elongated or Round?
Kitchen Sink - Cast Iron or Stainless Steel / Surface or Under-mount?
Master Bath Sinks - Custom or Standard / Drop-in or Cultured Marble?
Other Bath Sinks - Custom or Standard / Drop-in or Cultured Marble?
Allowance for Plumbing Fixtures?
Allowance for Roman Whirlpool Tub?
Roman Tub - Whirlpool or Soaker?
Standard Tubs - Cast Iron or Steel?
Gas Piping?
Additional Plumbing Considerations:

Electrical:
Main Service Size?
Number of Recessed Can Lights?
Lighting Fixture Allowance?
Allowance for Ceiling Fans?
Number of Floor Outlets?
Will you be building a Swimming Pool?
Dedicated Circuits - Computers, Audio-Video Equipment, Freezer?
Landscape Lighting?
Surge Protection?
Lightning Protection?
Additional Electrical Considerations:

Low Voltage Systems:
Number of Cable TV Outlets?
Standard or RG-6 Quad Shielded?
Number of Telephone Outlets?
Standard or Cat-5?
Structured Wiring Panel - Home Run or Daisy Chain wiring?
Will you have a home office or a dedicated area for a computer?
Satellite Dish Wiring?
Surround Sound Speaker Wiring?
Additional Speaker Wiring?
Intercom or Door-Entry Phone System?
Additional Low Voltage Systems Considerations:

Appliances:
Built-in or Conventional?
Restaurant-style?
Gas or Electric?
Washer and Dryer?
Range Hood or Down-draft?
Brand Preference?
Additional Appliances Considerations:

Windows:
Aluminum, Vinyl or Wood-Clad?
Single-Hung or Casement?
Single-Pane or Double-Pane Insulated Glass?
Mitered Glass Window?
Sandwiched or Profile Muttons (Window Grids)?
Any Glass Block Windows?
Additional Windows Considerations:

Exterior Doors:
Front Entry Door Style?
Fiberglass or Wood-Clad Construction?
Number of French Doors and Sidelights?
Mutton Grids or One-Lite?
Sandwiched or Profile Muttons (Door Glass Grids)?
Additional Exterior Doors Considerations:

Garage Doors:
Double Door or Single Doors?
Upgraded Appearance Option?
Automatic Door Operator?
Quick-Speed Operation?
Windows in the Garage Doors?
How big are the cars that you drive?
Additional Garage Doors Considerations:

Interior Doors:
Hollow Core or Solid Core?
8'-0" or 6'-8" Tall?
Standard Panel Design or Custom?
Transom Windows over Doors?
Additional Interior Doors Considerations:

Door Hardware:
Brand Preference?
Lever or Knob?
Color?
Additional Door Hardware Considerations:

Roofing:
Concrete Tile or Architectural Shingle?
Barrel Tile or Flat Tile Profile?
Skylights or Sun-Tunnels?
Additional Roofing Considerations:

Insulation:
Fibrous (Batt) or Foam Insulation?
Radiant Barrier?
Additional Insulation Considerations:

Drywall:
Square or Rounded (Bullnose) Cornerbead?
Drywall or Upgraded Porch Ceilings?
Drywall or Wood Window Returns?
Knockdown or Orange Peel Texture on Ceilings?
Additional Drywall Considerations:

Stucco:
Skip Trowel, Sand or Olde World Finish?
Decorative Banding?
Molded Window Sills?
Additional Stucco Considerations:

Brick or Stone:

Additional Brick or Stone Considerations:

Exterior Columns and Trim:

Additional Exterior Columns and Trim Considerations:

Soffit:

Additional Soffit Considerations:

Trim Carpentry and Millwork:
Oversized Casing and Baseboards?
Crown Molding?
Built-in Cabinets or Entertainment Center?
Fireplace Mantle?
Interior Columns?
Wood Stairs and Railing?
Additional Carpentry and Millwork Considerations:

Closet Shelving:
Ventilated Shelving Locations?
Painted Wood Shelving Locations?
Closet System Locations?
Additional Closet Shelving Considerations:

Cabinets and Counter Tops:
Builder, Semi-Custom or Custom Cabinets?
Stone Counter Top Locations?
Cultured Marble Counter Tops Locations?
Laminate Counter Top Locations?
Summer Kitchen / Butler's Pantry?
Decorative Kitchen Hood?
Additional Cabinets and Counter Tops Considerations:

Painting:

Additional Painting Considerations:

Ceramic and Wall Tile:

Additional Ceramic and Wall Tile Considerations:

Floor Tile:

Additional Floor Tile Considerations:

Wood Flooring:

Additional Wood Flooring Considerations:

Carpet:

Additional Carpet Considerations:

Exterior Deck Surfaces:

Additional Exterior Deck Surfaces Considerations:

Bath Accessories:

Additional Bath Accessories Considerations:

Options:

Additional Options Considerations:

Hardscaping (Driveway and Sidewalks):

Additional Hardscaping Considerations:

Landscaping and Sod:

Additional Landscaping and Sod Considerations:

Irrigation:

Additional Irrigation Considerations:

Exterior Options and Details:

Additional Exterior Options and Details Considerations:

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