Build My Own Home Blog

Electrical Planning

Sun, 20 Sep 2015 21:29:19 -0400

Make sure the electrical work in your new house turns out right, Read on here for planning advice.

Plumbing in Your New Home

Sun, 29 Jun 2014 17:29:07 -0400

Plumbing in your new home - Tier 2 page

Home Building by the Home Owner

Sun, 15 Jun 2014 22:48:57 -0400

If home building for yourself is your dream, but you aren't sure where to start, here is practical advice from an experienced architect/builder.

Foundation Layout

Tue, 13 May 2014 00:40:17 -0400

Checking the foundation layout follows right after the home site is cleared. This page gives practical advice on checking the batter boards and dimensions.

Plumbing in a Concrete Slab

Mon, 12 May 2014 00:31:00 -0400

Checking the plumbing layout in a concrete slab before it is poured is one of the most important things the home builder will do. This page gives practical advice on checking pipes in the slab.

Build-My-Own-Home Site Map

Mon, 7 Oct 2013 00:01:06 -0400

Home building site for those wanting to be their own home building contractor. This page is the site map for build-my-own-home.com.

Shingles on Your Home

Sun, 1 Sep 2013 23:36:14 -0400

Picking the shingles for your home's roof can be tricky. Get tips here on ways to hire the roof work, and how to select the right shingle.

Concrete Footings

Sun, 1 Sep 2013 23:03:31 -0400

Concrete footings provide the support for your new home. Seeing them dug and poured is exciting.

Plumbing Drain Pipes

Sun, 1 Sep 2013 19:04:42 -0400

Checking the plumbing drain rough-in installation in the stud walls is one of the most important things you will do. This page gives practical advice on checking drain piping in your new home.

Plumbing in the Walls

Thu, 22 Aug 2013 00:58:05 -0400

Checking the plumbing rough-in installation in the stud walls is one of the most important things the home builder will do. This page gives practical advice on checking plumbing in the walls.

Amortization Schedule

Sun, 11 Aug 2013 18:12:06 -0400

The amortization schedule gives the homeowner a complete view of the costs over the course of the mortgage loan. Here's a simple explanation of how to read and understand it.

Mud Splatter Prevention for Walls

Sun, 4 Aug 2013 00:20:44 -0400

Mud will splatter on the walls of your house when rain water pours off the roof. Splatter prevention with shingles is easy and effective.

About Us

Sun, 14 Jul 2013 19:23:46 -0400

Learn all about us on this page. We tell our home building story, and how and why we built a web site to make people aware of things they need to know after the decision to “build my own home.”

Bathroom Design

Sun, 7 Jul 2013 23:19:38 -0400

Bathroom design that works makes your home better every day. See floor plans and get tips here that you can use in the bathrooms of your own home.

Hiring a Home Builder

Fri, 5 Jul 2013 22:53:47 -0400

Hiring a home builder will be one of your biggest decisions. Get tips here about why you might want to do this instead of building your own home, and how the process works.

Builders Risk Insurance

Thu, 4 Jul 2013 20:09:50 -0400

Buying Builders Risk Insurance is an essential part of the homeowner's preparation for building a new home. Learn about why you need this policy and how it works.

Fireplace Framing

Thu, 27 Jun 2013 00:31:53 -0400

Fireplace framing with a prefab firebox has to be right, so take care of the details. As "your own Home Builder," get practical advice here on covering these details and checking the framing.

Concrete Slab

Thu, 20 Jun 2013 00:01:34 -0400

Checking over a concrete slab before it is poured is one of the most important things the home builder will do. Here is practical advice on the checking and preparation before the concrete is poured.

Home Site Clearing

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:59:26 -0400

Site clearing removes trees and brush from your land, making ready for the home construction. This page gives practical advice on working with an earthwork contractor.

Concrete Block Foundation Walls

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:39:59 -0400

Concrete block foundation walls work well over the house footings. This page gives practical advice on checking block foundation walls.

House Plans and Design

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 23:56:26 -0400

House Plans and Design are the most important considerations in the home building process. Good decisions at this stage of your home project will lay a good foundation for the rest of the project.

House Design and Site Planning

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 23:16:23 -0400

Your house design, the home site, and how you place the house on the site can make it feel more like a home. Look here for practical advice on residential design and planning.

Framing the House

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 16:55:36 -0400

Check the framing of your new home as it is installed. As your own Home Builder, get practical advice for reviewing and using the best methods.

Construction Loan Management

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 16:15:51 -0400

Practical advice on managing your construction loan, including when and how much money to draw off. How to create a cost and loan schedule to keep you on track.

Home Site Preparation for Concrete

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 16:07:35 -0400

As your own home builder ready to build on your lot, look here for practical advice for clearing and preparing the home site, and laying out and pouring the concrete.

Home Cost Forms for Construction and Loan Draws

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 16:03:08 -0400

Home cost forms to use during home construction, to manage the cost of construction and the construction loan draws.

Using a Lot Loan to Get Started Building My Own Home

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 00:29:23 -0400

Getting a lot loan to secure property for you to build your own home has its pros and cons.

Home Site Selection for the Home Builder

Sun, 9 Jun 2013 00:07:08 -0400

Home site selection is an exciting time for those who want to build their own home. Practical advice on selecting property, siting and approaching the house, and addressing various design issues.

Framing Built-In Items

Wed, 5 Jun 2013 23:47:21 -0400

Learn about framing built-in items into the framing of your new home. As your own Home Builder, get practical advice on fitting fireplaces, bathtubs and other items into the wall framing of your home.

Arch Framing

Wed, 5 Jun 2013 00:10:45 -0400

Arch framing is a challenge to get right, whether for drywall, brick and stone. Prefabricated units make every job easier and much better.

Masonry Arch Framing

Tue, 4 Jun 2013 00:30:46 -0400

Arches are a challenge to get right, whether for drywall, brick or stone. Prefabricated masonry arch framing makes every job easier and much better.

Construction Loan Advice

Mon, 3 Jun 2013 16:36:19 -0400

Getting a construction loan is the key financing move that you will make when you build your own home. The cost of your home, your credit history and ability to pay are important factors.

Wall Framing in Your Home

Sun, 2 Jun 2013 00:24:57 -0400

Learn the basics of checking the wall framing of your new home as it is installed. As your own Home Builder, get practical advice for reviewing the framing and using the best methods.

Home Site Drainage

Sun, 2 Jun 2013 00:12:53 -0400

Home site drainage and slopes greatly affect your new home, and must be thoroughly studied before you buy a piece of property.

Home Builder Page

Sun, 2 Jun 2013 00:03:11 -0400

You, the owner home builder, need practical advice, tips, and direction as you plan and manage the building of your new home.

Handicapped Access and Visitability

Mon, 27 May 2013 16:12:26 -0400

Handicapped access to your new home allows elderly and disabled visitors and occupants to enjoy it with you.

Construction Loan and Finances

Mon, 27 May 2013 16:08:06 -0400

Obtaining a construction loan, and other financing issues facing the home owner who wants to build his own home.

Home Construction Job Tools

Tue, 18 Dec 2012 23:20:34 -0500

To build your own home, you will manage and review the home construction. Look here for the simple, basic tools every home builder needs.

E-zine Signup Page for Build My Own Home

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 22:07:32 -0400

The Build My Own Home e-zine signup is on this web page. Have the latest home building tips and practical advice delivered straight to your Inbox.