NCINew Construction Intelligence™
Buyer Guide
Your Journey

Construction Timeline™

Where your house is, milestone by milestone

Your journey tracks your decisions; the timeline tracks the build. Tell us where the house is and this page opens the checklist, the questions to ask, the mistakes to avoid, and what happens next. Your selection stays on this device.

Tap I’m here on the milestone your build has reached to set your position.

Contract to closing

  1. Before the buildContractTerms, deposit, allowances, and inspection rights are set in writing.1–3 weeks
  2. Before the buildPermitsPlans and selections are locked, then submitted for approval.2–10 weeks
  3. StructureFoundationGrading, forms, plumbing under-slab, and the pour.1–3 weeks
  4. StructureFramingWalls, floors, and the roof structure are built.2–5 weeks
  5. StructureRoofSheathing, underlayment, flashing, and roofing are installed.1–2 weeks
  6. In the wallsMechanicalHVAC ducts, wiring, and plumbing runs are installed in open walls.2–4 weeks
  7. In the wallsInsulationAir sealing and insulation are installed in every cavity, then verified before drywall covers them. This is the last moment the envelope is visible, and the single largest permanent influence on comfort and utility cost.3–7 days
  8. FinishesDrywallBoard is hung, taped, and finished. The walls are now closed.2–3 weeks
  9. FinishesTrimDoors, trim, cabinets, counters, flooring, and fixtures are installed.3–6 weeks
  10. HandoverFinalCleaning, final inspection, orientation, and the punch list.1–2 weeks
  11. HandoverClosingFunding, signing, warranty registration, and handover of documents.1 day