by John Maranash
Long ago, before there were building inspectors or home loans, our forefathers went out into the wilderness, and put up a log cabin in a day and didn't even have to think about building a new home on a budget. That cabin however, had no electrical wiring, and no plumbing.
There was no HVAC or ductwork. There were no kitchen cabinets or appliances, only a fireplace which was not terribly efficient. There wasn't a wireless internet connection either.
In recent decades, home building, like everything else had become more costly, more standardized, and much more regulated. The thriving economy of the 1990s yielded a host of legal, social, and economic barriers to creative housing solutions. There was a type of snobbery towards anything different or unusual, and homes became frighteningly alike, especially budget homes.
Thankfully, in recent years, these rules, which often had nothing to do with quality construction, are being gradually lifted by the return to green principles. The rough economy has reduced snobbery and the energy crisis has driven more people to return to green ideals.
While you must be careful when building a home, because zoning, building inspectors and home loan officers do all still exist, if you are thorough, and willing to argue, cajole and persuade you may be able to save over half the cost of your home.
There are a few loopholes in codes, but development bylaws and restrictions can be very tough. It may make more sense to buy a rural lot and put in well and septic than to deal with a subdivision while building a truly green house.
By being sensible and thrifty one can save a great deal of money. At the same time, one of the main concepts of being sensible is to know your limitations. You will probably still need to hire a contractor, or at the very least several subcontractors in order to grade the land, build the foundation, and get your home under roof, wired and plumbed.
Your main savings will come in time saving ideas and savings on materials. Building a home on a budget can be fun, but it is more fun if you do those things you know how to do, while passing the rest to the experts.
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Title: Building a New Home and What's Important For You to Know
Author: John Maranash
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Keywords: home repair,home improvement,home and family,hobbies,advice,other
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Category: Hobbies
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