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Custom home building is a long, detailed process, and we, with our decades of experience and expertise, are typically not involved until a homeowner has already purchased a lot of their choosing. Once the homeowner has selected the lot, we will work with them to build their forever home! We have provided dozens of custom homes over the years, and we at Kenny Construction love turning dreams into reality.

Our Custom Home Building Process

Here is a step-by-step guide from initial consultation to project completion:

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Consultation and Design

When starting a custom home project, we are typically not involved in purchasing a property. Once a homeowner has settled on the property and reached out to us, we will schedule a site visit to meet the property owners to discuss budgets and ensure we are a good fit for you. Once we establish the budget, we will then schedule a second meeting with the architect and a civil engineer. The civil engineer will establish where the home can be placed on the lot, and they will also make sure we follow township guidelines.

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Site Evaluation and Preparation

When designing a home, you must establish the township requirements for a stormwater management system for the water runoff and the property offsets. That determines the size of the house you can build. We will also have a civil engineer during our second meeting with the homeowner and architect. The civil engineer will establish where the home can be placed on the lot, and they will also make sure we follow township guidelines.

Permitting and Compliance

Every township/county has different requirements, making every project slightly different. From the start, we will meet with the township inspectors and design everything within the code book to ensure your blueprints get approved.

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Construction Phase

Once the lengthy design and permitting process is completed, we can finally break ground and install the required stormwater management system. After that is completed, we will frame the house, install the OSB plywood, and install hydrogap water-resistant paper.

Afterward, we will install the windows and roof shingles to ensure you have a sealed-off house so there is no chance water will damage the wood materials. Building homes is a long process, so once the home is sealed, we will have the electricians, plumbers, and HVAC contractors do their portion of the building process.

Then, the entire house will be drywalled, the paint primer will be installed, and we will paint all the ceilings, walls, and trim throughout the home. After painting, we will install your flooring and kitchen cabinets without the risk of getting paint on them! Finally, we are in the home stretch of completing this: installing all the beautiful appliances and touching everything up to ensure everything is up to our high-quality standards.

Design Flexibility and Customization

During custom home building services, the homeowner chooses every detail. The exterior design includes the style of windows you like, the color of the windows you want, and whether you wish to grids in the glass windows. Then, you decide what material to install on the exterior walls, such as stucco, fiber cement siding, or vinyl siding. There are endless options, so custom building a home is hard. Still, Kenny Construction Group will provide samples of any option you like!

Once we have figured out the exterior options, we will move on to the interior options, such as kitchen cabinets, flooring options, paint colors, bathroom vanities, and lighting. This is the hardest stage of building a home because every homeowner has a different taste, and that is okay because we have all of the resources to ensure you get everything you have dreamed of!

Sustainability and Innovation

With technology constantly advancing, we stay on top of the newest energy-efficient components for your home. The best part of building a new construction home is choosing all the options for your home. Controlling your home from a cell phone is easier than ever with all the smart home options. There are endless options, from shutting the blinds to controlling your oven without being in the home!

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the final build price determined?

Once the plans are finalized, we will send them to our suppliers, who will give us the material cost. Then, we will review the blueprints and determine how much labor will be required to complete your home as soon as we have them done, which will determine the cost of building your custom home.

Will I stay within my budget?

At Kenny Construction Group, we understand the importance of sticking to a budget. That is why we always strive to stay within the original budget. We may only need to adjust if the homeowner makes a significant change with material selections. In such cases, we will discuss the cost implications with the homeowner and provide alternative options that stay within the set budget.

Does my home have a warranty post-build?

The answer is yes. Kenny Construction Group offers one year of Workmanship, Materials, and Mechanical Systems coverage and twelve years of structural Coverage on Designated Structural Elements.

What permits do I need for a new home construction or major renovation?

To start, you will need architectural drawings, structural drawings, and a set of site plans to determine whether you need to install a stormwater management system. Once all of those are taken care of, we will submit the permit application to the township you are in.

How long does a custom home construction project take?

Building a custom home can take anywhere from 3-6 months from start to finish.

Will I receive a detailed project timeline and a dedicated point of contact throughout the renovation or construction process?

Once we have established the scope of work and are under contract, we will give you a timeline of our project. We will also have an open line of communication for any questions you may have throughout the project.

Can you work with architects or interior designers, or do you have in-house professionals to guide me through the design phase?

We work with a few architects or designers pretty regularly, and if needed, we can provide them to you. If you have already chosen an architect or designer you like, obviously, we will be more than happy to work alongside them!

Do you offer custom-built solutions, such as tailored millwork, custom cabinetry, or unique architectural features to increase home value?

We offer any custom woodworking you could want. If you provide us with an inspirational picture, nine times out of ten, we can match it perfectly!

Custom Home Building Services in Pennsylvania Counties – Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Bucks

Below are some areas and towns we commonly work in as custom home builders and contractors. 

Chester County

Delaware County

Bucks County

  • Chalfont
  • Warrington