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In Chapter 1, we show you a list of all the actions and people involved in the custom-home process. The actual time frame for this process can vary based upon the size and scope of the project, as well as the city or town where you’re building.

In order to make the planning process go as smoothly as possible, talk to a couple of architects and contractors early to get a sense of how long everything normally takes in your area. Write down each step and the expected time frame. Now fold up that piece of paper and stick it in your file. This piece of paper is a guideline for you to refer to now and again only as a reference. You can fully expect for some tasks to take longer than you estimated.

A house is built to last decades. You don’t want to rush a complex process, such as design or construction, to the point where corners are being cut. An extra month or so may cause inconvenience and may even cost a little money, but in the end you’ll have a better-constructed home, and you’ll have forgotten about that delay after you’ve lived in the house for a year or two. That being said, you definitely need to monitor the schedule and time frames. Pay special attention to deadlines associated with the building department and your lender. But use your best judgment and apply pressure only when it’s necessary. Your project is a working environment filled with plenty of stress. Overreaction and constant pressure on the workers can make them less likely to help your project move along smoothly.