Building with Porter Contracting, Inc.
Building your dream home in Southwest Florida is an exciting prospect, but it's important to understand the process. With Porter Contracting, Inc. by your side, you can rest assured that they'll guide you through every step of the way. From initial inspection of your lot to discussing necessary structural changes, earth removal, and special foundation work, they'll be transparent and up-front about all the details. They'll also discuss costs up-front, including pools, land, and selections, to help you stay within your budget and avoid any unforeseen project additions. So, don't hesitate to share your budget with them from the start and them help you make the right choices throughout the build process.
When it comes to building a new home, there are several factors that can the construction timeline. These include the elevation and environment of the construction site, as well as the pre-construction process, banking, and permit approval. Additionally, unplanned changes requested by buyers during the process can cause delays. It is important to carefully consider these factors and plan accordingly to ensure timely completion of the project.
Our team is here to help you navigate these challenges and build the home of your dreams.
If you're planning to build a home in SW Florida, it's important to prepare the lot before the construction begins. This includes clearing trees, rocks, and other items, as well as rough grading and leveling for the foundation. Keep in mind that permits are for every build, as well as for pools and fences. Charlotte County and Sarasota County each have their requirements and documentation that need to be processed before the construction can start. Additionally, it's important to be cautious about native species such as Gopher Tortoise and Scrub Jays, which could affect the permit and timeline. If the Lot is in a Home Owners Association before starting the build, documentation will need to be approved.
If you're planning to build a new home, it's important to select everything you can before construction starts. This includes appliances, finishes, paint colors for the interior and exterior, and many more! These decisions will play a big role in how your new home feels, and making them beforehand will help keep your project on time, on budget, and stress-free.
We offer at least 3 days of Selections with our customers, and Out of Office appointments will also be arranged. for Landscaping, Pools and Cabinetry.
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Please note that all Selections are By Appointment Only.
Our biggest piece of advice for anyone who wants to build on their own lot is to consult with us about your land.
We can not only help you determine the best placement of the home, but also whether or not you should build on a particular lot at all. You see, it’s easy to see the vision of your future home on an attractive piece of land, but it is wise to check it properly before any build.
​You may own or inherit a piece of land or choose to work with a realtor to buy one. Whichever scenario, we suggest involving Porter Contracting, Inc., as you begin planning the home.
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Some of those basic considerations, like utilities and sewage, are less complicated in urban areas. But regardless of where your land is, there are a few things you might not expect, like:
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Cost of Lot Prep – This includes everything from necessary tree removal, to moving earth in and out of your lot.
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Cost of Driveways – You’d be surprised how often people forget to factor this in, but you’re going to need a driveway.
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Cost of Hooking Up Utilities – Gas, Electric, and Water will more than likely need to be routed to your new lot.
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Water Flow – Does your lot have one or more slopes? How does water move about the property?
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Unseen Ground Conditions – This is one the biggest reasons to involve a builder as soon as you can because the average person might not be able to tell what’s going on below the sod.
Deciding what you want for your dream home is exciting and an important part of the Building process. We also understand people change their minds. Change orders will usually extend the build time, especially if they occur in the latter part of the process. Cabinetry, Tile and Specialty items can take weeks and sometimes longer for delivery. When buyers wait until the last minute to choose or change their finishes, this can cause delays. To limit the amount of time lost to decision delays, we maintain open communications throughout the building process. After all, throughout the construction process, there will be many decisions that you must make along the way.
If this is your first time building a new home, you should understand two important rules of construction.
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Bad weather might mean delayed progress on your home.
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And just because you do not see anyone at the job site, does not mean your home is behind schedule.
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Put simply, you don’t have to stress about whether or not your home is on or off schedule, because we will immediately communicate delays or issues that come up.
Like any good relationship, effective communication with your home builder is the key to success and happiness.
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This should go without saying, but do not hesitate to call us at the Office, or the Superintendent with questions or concerns.
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General email: info@portergc,com
They say ‘seeing is believing,’ and we encourage all our customers to call and schedule a visit to their project site from time to time. We will talk with you at our initial meetings about further visits to the job site with the Superintendent.
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