Q: What does CAD stand for?
A: CAD stands for Computer Aided Design
Q: How much does a Complete set of Home Plans cost?
A: Ranch and Raised Ranch Home Plans (under 1000 s.f.): $300
*add .25 per s.f. over 1000
B: 1 1/2 Story Home Plans: $400
C: 2-Story and Split Level Home Plans (under 2000 s.f.): $500
*add .25 per s.f. over 2000
All plans can be modified at an hourly rate of $40 per hour
Changes such as Customer name, Site address and location specific notes are included
Special Rates are available for Architects, Developers, and multi-home builders
Q: What's Included in a typical plan set?
All 4 Elevations noting Wall, Foundation and Truss bearing heights and exterior finish details where appropriate
All Floor Plans Including Foundation/ Lower Level finish, Main Floor and Second Floor plans where applicable
Wall Sections of each type; typically Foundation type, such as Full bsmt, Viewout, Daylight or Walkout
At least One wall section detailing Foundation to Roof, typically required by Code officials for permitting
Stair Section noting all heights: Floor to Floor, Guardrail, Railing, Head height as well as Tread and Riser sizes.
Any other details which would typically be needed to relate unique assemblies or designs to the builder
PDF files will be sent to you by email which you can then forward to a printer in your area.
Printing costs are the responsiblity of the purchaser and there's no limit to the number of sets you can print
If you have no printer capable of printing 24"x 36" in your area contact us and we can print for you. for a per s.f. fee.
Our typical print size is 24" x 36" with the usual set containing 5-7 sheets.
Note: Complete Cad Inc does not provide structural detailing or design in any form. This is typical as lumber estimators will specify beam sizes based on local factors. Truss companies also typically supply truss plans based on these same factors. Lastly Foundation depths vary in different climate zones and will need to be adjusted. These adjustments as well as requirements for submittals of the additional documents will be noted on all plan sets.
Q: What exactly does “Green” mean?
A: Green means using products that are easily renewable, such as wood products made from waste or by-products of the manufacturing process. It also means using products that consume less energy during manufacture, save energy or emit less pollution once installed .
One example might be a choosing a paint that has a low VOC emission (volatile organic chemical)
Q: What are the usual steps to complete a residential construction project?
A: In most cases an individual who wants a home built or remodeled will contact a builder directly.
The builder then assigns the tasks of:
- Home design
- Drafting & detail of the home plan
- Estimating
- Bidding by sub-contractors
- Actual construction of the home
Who is chosen for these tasks varies widely but in the case of drafting & detailing, the choice most builders use is to submit the plans directly to the drafter. The plan may come from a current design that’s to be modified, an original design from an architect or home designer contracted by the builder separately, or even an idea brought in from the homeowner themselves. Most successful builders have a library of already completed plans to choose from. It’s a very common practice to begin with one of these and modify it to become an entirely different home.
Q: Do I need an architect?
A: If you are unsure of what you want, maybe yes. An architect can be considered an administrator of the entire process, walking you though budget, home designs, site location, the loan process and finally the building process. There are literally hundreds of decisions to be made in the homebuilding process, the very least of which are cost, design, home size, type & style, paint & carpet colors, heating type, countertop material, etc. etc. etc.
An experienced architect will assume the responsibility to help you make these choices, lead you in the correct direction, communicate your designs to the builder and keep you within your budget. This communication between Architect and builder is very frequently overlooked but yet is a critical factor in the homebuilding process. |
