How we build

Congratulations on your new Meritage Home! During the pre-construction phase, all of the preparation and planning that goes into building your home will take place. You will also wrap up your financing and final design selections. Before we move to the next phase, we’ll set up a pre-construction meeting so you can meet the team that will build your home.

Construction typically begins shortly after your pre-construction meeting. Your homesite will be prepped and the foundation will be poured (if you have a basement, the space will be excavated) and inspected.

Good to know: Construction activity will vary on a daily basis.

Some days you’ll see major transformations on-site. On other days, work takes place behind-the-scenes, like material delivery, acquiring permits and performing inspections.

This is an exciting time - your home really starts to take shape with interior and exterior framing, roofing, windows and doors.

Good to know: This phase is extremely active.

This phase in the construction process is extremely active and we ask that if you are going to visit your homesite, you make an appointment with your sales associate so they can accompany you and provide you with a hard hat.

Many of the systems and features included in your home that make it energy efficient are installed at this step, and our next meeting will be scheduled. Take a closer look at what makes your home live with more savings, real comfort, better health and peace of mind.*

See energy efficiency in a Meritage Home.

Good to know: This phase is a flurry of activity.

Plumbing, air ducts, electric wiring, outlets and switches are all installed. With outside siding and stone in place, your house is looking like a real home now.

Soon after this step at the pre-drywall orientation meeting, you’ll have a chance to see your home’s interior elements before insulation and drywall are installed.

While this stage may not seem exciting, there’s a lot happening under the surface that will deliver on increased energy savings.* For example, features like spray-foam insulation (if available in your community) are added, to help reduce the loss of conditioned air.*

Get a closer look at all of the ways we’ve incorporated energy efficiency into your home.

Good to know: Your new home will begin to reflect your personality and lifestyle.

All the time you spent choosing your design selections will start paying off as we begin their installation.

Now the fun part begins when the house starts to become your home. Cabinetry, interior doors and trim get installed during this phase of the build process.

Your countertops are installed and walls are primed and painted, giving your home the look and vibe you envisioned. Before long, you’ll be inviting guests in to celebrate a home you can be proud of.

Good to know: We’re getting close to finishing construction.

Now is a great time to review the Care and Maintenance section of your Homeowner Manual that was uploaded to the homebuyer portal at sale. Consider it a resource to help you keep your home’s finishes and design options looking good for years to come.

The paint is dry and flooring is installed along with final plumbing and light fixtures. Your new home is almost move-in ready.

Good to know: Flooring installation is the final phase of construction.

At this point, we’ll run a final quality assurance inspection and do a final cleaning of your new home. We hold ourselves to high standards to ensure you’re receiving a home that’s as high-performing as it is beautiful.

The big day is here – your new home is now complete! We’ll schedule your homeowner orientation to walk you through and show you how your new home works. You will also finalize all of your loan and title paperwork. Once closing is complete, you’ll get your keys!

Good to know: Your new Meritage home is move-in ready.

All final inspections are complete, and you can simply focus on settling in, and making new memories.

It’s time to experience Life. Built. Better.^®