After buying a plot in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, or any other city in Pakistan, the first thing people worry about is how to go about the construction process. Since most people go through the same situation and end up stressed and worried about making some of the most common construction mistakes, we thought why not put an end to your fears and concerns with a comprehensive step-by-step guide to building a house, and that’s exactly what we did!
From preparing the foundation of the house to designing the interior, we’ll cover all the stages of home construction. Our aim is to help you get through the process with a complete understanding of everything that’s needed and happening around you. Let’s begin…
Steps Involved in Building a House
Before we move forward, let’s just quickly overview the stages of home construction that we’ll be discussing below:
- Step 1: Conducting Soil Analysis
- Step 2: Designing the Layout
- Step 3: Applying for Utilities
- Step 4: Constructing the Foundation
- Step 5: Polishing the Exterior
- Step 6: Fitting the Interior
- Step 7: Decorating Touches
- Step 8: Finalising the Home
Now, let’s continue with the step-by-step guide to building a house to help prepare you for the challenges ahead.
Step 1: Conducting Soil Analysis
First things first; before you even begin the construction process, you need to test the soil and determine its type and consistency. If the soil is too loose, you will require a deeper excavation and a refilling of the plot area. If the soil is too hard, you will need to break it down with larger machinery before laying the foundation of your new home.
Step 2: Designing the Layout
Next, in order to properly follow all the technical steps involved in building a house, you need to hire a designer or an architect. Some housing societies might even facilitate you by offering their layouts and floorplans for your particular plot. Remember that while you may have some set requirements with regards to the house being built, there might be constraints in bringing your vision to life.
Additionally, communicate all your expectations and requirements to the designer beforehand so that the plan can accommodate them in advance. This includes the number of rooms you require, the number of floors you want in the structure, and so on. Make sure your plan is approved before you begin construction.
Step 3: Applying for Utilities
Coming up next in our step-by-step guide to building a house is applying for the key utilities that you will require, including power, water, and gas. In some areas, you might require a water tank, a backup generator, or a gas cylinder to compensate for a shortage of these utilities and you will need to plan for these circumstances accordingly.
Step 4: Constructing the Foundation
The practical stages of home construction actually begin when you lay the foundation of the house. Excavation is done, and concrete is poured into the base, which then needs time to dry completely before further construction can be done on the plot. Then you can erect the frame or the general structure of the house as per the approved plans.
Step 5: Polishing the Exterior
As soon as the frame of the house is built, it’s time to work on the exterior finishes. From plastering the walls to fitting the roof tiles, all of it needs to be done keeping the curb appeal of the home in mind. You can even choose to use textured paint for your exterior walls or get brickwork designs carved into it for added finesse.
Step 6: Fitting the Interior
Once the exterior structure of the home is ready, the next in the step-by-step guide to building a house is to work on the interior. From painting the walls to installing the flooring, there’s a lot to be done in this step. Plumbing fixtures, lighting fixtures, electrical wiring, and all the doors and windows of the home need to be added into the structure at this point so ensure that the home is ready for its finishing touches.
Step 7: Finalising the Home
Next up comes the task of making the home more liveable. This includes painting the interior in the colours that you’ve chosen in advance to make it more homely.
However, in addition to adding a touch of paint, every under-construction home has a messy and unkempt look to it that is unappealing. You do not want to move into a house that looks like it is still being built. Most contractors, though, will generally clean up after themselves before handing the house over to you for a final inspection.
Step 8: Decorating Touches
Lastly, once all of the construction aspects are complete, you are free to decorate your home with the colour scheme of your preference. Apply wallpaper to your walls, spray a wall in your chosen custom designs, or bring in the furniture that you need to make life more comfortable within your new abode.
There are a number of steps involved in building a house, and we’ve discussed each of them in our step-by-step guide to building a house so you can take on the challenge while being fully aware of the tasks that await you and your contractors.
There’s just one thing left after Step 8: Moving In!
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