Building a Custom Designed Home

Summarized in Less than 10 Steps

Each and every Iron Gate product is an attractive, well planned, energy efficient home. Many styles are available, and you are not limited to the designs presented in the base brochure. The flexibility of our in-house design staff offers numerous options, which allow each family to place their own mark of individuality on their new home.
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Prequalification

The first step in considering a custom-built home is Prequalification from your lender. This crucial step involves a thorough analysis of your creditworthiness, financial history, and income stability. Based on this assessment, your lender will determine the loan amount for which you are eligible. This sets your budget for the entire project, thereby giving you a clear idea of what you can afford.
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Lot Acquisition

After you have received prequalification from your lender, it is time to find a lot. There are many factors to consider with Lot Acquisition. Price and location are very important, but you also need to consider other features such as the placement of the home on the lot, the types of utilities available on the lot, the slope of the lot, the ecosystem on the lot, and many other factors.

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Home Design

Close your eyes and imagine your dream home because the next step in our process is Home Design! Our in-house designer comes with over 30 years of experience. He has created many types of custom homes including traditional colonial homes, farmhouses, ranch homes, contemporary homes, country homes, homes with in-law quarters, and even a carriage house.

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Land Use Development

Land Use Development is the next step in the home-building process. This is an important step for your lot, your home, and your environment. The methods used in our building processes help prevent flooding, keep the air and water safe for your home, and help maintain an ecologically balanced environment.

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Cost Analysis

When it comes to Cost Analysis, we take every penny spent seriously. We are cost conscious about our labor and materials while still delivering you technical excellence and quality craftsmanship.

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Contract

We offer a budget-friendly and fair Contract for our clients. Your agreed-upon contract cost is separated into 5-10 payments throughout the building process. We won’t invoice you until that stage of the building process is completed and inspected.

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Permits

Permits are needed for many stages of the project. A permit is not only needed for building, but also for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing work, as well as for driveways, wells, and possibly more depending on your municipality. The final permit is a Use and Occupancy Permit, which means you can move in!

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Color Selection

Before we break ground, you have a few more decisions to make. Color Selection is the final stage. There are many colors and finishes in every material that goes into a home’s interior and exterior. Our tools will help you envision the final product so you can relax and feel confident in your choices.

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Break Ground

Call the excavators – it’s time to break ground! We will get to work on your new dream home, starting with site preparation. This involves clearing the land of trees, rocks, and debris, as well as leveling the site as needed.
More Than Words

What Our Clients Say

We take pride in the success of our clients and their satisfaction is our top priority. Don’t just take our word for it – read through the heartfelt testimonials from individuals and businesses who have experienced our exceptional service firsthand. Their stories offer a glimpse into our unwavering commitment to excellence.

They are very reliable and straight forward in their work.

Reading PA

They were great and very responsive to our requests.

Reading PA

Marc was outstanding and very professional. He listened to our ideas and developed designs that were beautiful. we could not hire because our priorities changed. I would certainly go back and hire Marc when I am ready for my project.

Vani R.
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