Build schedule
Stage plan by house size — how long it really takes
Parameters
Approximate timelines for a private house. Critical pauses: 28 days foundation concrete curing (70% strength in 7), wall settlement before finishing, winter concrete — additives or wait. Realistically: shell 4–6 months, turnkey 10–14 months. Optimists plan 6 — then are surprised.
Stages
w1–6Design & permits6 wk
w7–9Geology, marking, site prep3 wk
w10–14Foundation + concrete curing5 wk
w15–22Walls & slabs8 wk
w23–27Roof5 wk
w28–32Windows, doors, facade (envelope)5 wk
w33–40MEP: electrical, water, heating8 wk
w41–52Finishing12 wk
Total12.1 mo