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The New Construction Home Building Process — A Step-by-Step Guide by Comerio Homes

Building a new home should feel empowering, not overwhelming. At Comerio Homes, we believe the best homebuilding experiences come from understanding the process from start to finish. That’s why we’ve broken it all down into six clear steps, so you know exactly what to expect and when.

In this guide, we walk through every stage of your new home journey, from initial conversations to move-in day. We’ve also included helpful video links to bring each step to life visually.

Ready to feel confident and informed about building your dream home? Let’s dive in.

🏡 Step 1: Introduction to the Buying & Building Process

🎥 Watch Now 👉 Step 1: Overview Video

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or building your forever home, understanding the entire journey upfront is key to enjoying the experience. In this quick video, we outline the six major steps of building a new construction home with Comerio Homes—setting the stage for everything that follows.

We’ll cover:

  • What happens before construction begins
  • Who you’ll meet with and when
  • Why timelines can vary
  • What to expect during walk-throughs and closing

👉 Learn more about our build philosophy on our Build Process page

🛠️ Step 2: Getting Pre-Approved & Selecting Your Home Plan

🎥 Watch Now 👉 Step 2: Visit The Design Center

 

Before we break ground, you’ll complete a few key steps:

Get Pre-Approved

We help you connect with trusted lenders to understand your financing options and secure a pre-approval. This gives you clarity on your budget and ensures we can move forward efficiently.

Choose Your Floor Plan

We offer 50+ floor plans that fit a variety of lot types, family needs, and design preferences. Whether you’re looking for a spacious two-story or a main-level master suite, we’ll help you select the right plan.

✅ Secure a Lot

Depending on your goals, we can help you:

  • Build on your land (see our Build On Your Land page)
  • Choose from our available homesites
  • Build within one of our preferred Kansas City communities

Once financing and planning are in place, the fun begins—customizing your new home!

You’ll meet with our team at the Comerio Homes Design Center, where you’ll select finishes and features such as:

  • Cabinets & countertops
  • Flooring (wood, tile, carpet)
  • Lighting & plumbing fixtures
  • Paint colors & hardware
  • Stone, brick, and exterior finishes

What to Expect:

🛋️ You’ll attend 3 design meetings to make your selections.
🎨 Your designer will guide you through curated options that fit your style and budget.
📝 Once finalized, we’ll lock in your selections and prepare for permitting.

🎨 Step 3: Design Selections & Customization

🎥 Watch Now 👉 Step 3: Pre-Drywall Walkthrough

✅CONFIRM ALL CHANGE ORDERS TO DATE ARE INSTALLED

✅REVIEW LOCATIONS OF PLUMBING & HVAC

✅MARK OUT ALL ELECTRICAL AND LIGHTING LOCATIONS/ REVIEW ADDITIONAL CUSTOM   OPTIONS

✅MARK OUT ALL LOW VOLTAGE LOCATIONS/ REVIEW ADDITIONAL CUSTOM OPTIONS

✅DISCUSS CABINET LOCATIONS

✅DISCUSS FIREPLACE LOCATION/ HEIGHT

✅CONFIRM EVERYTHING IS DONE CORRECTLY PRIOR TO COVERING WITH DRYWALL

✅DISCUSS NEXT STEP

🚧 Step 4: Construction Kickoff & Timeline

🎥 Watch Now 👉 Step 4: Start Building

 

With selections and permits in place, we’re ready to break ground.

Here’s what happens during construction (in order):

  1. Plot Plan & Permits
    We stake the home’s location, file for permits, and prepare the site.
  2. Excavation & Soil Inspection
    Dirt is moved, the soil is tested for stability, and footings are poured.
  3. Foundation & Waterproofing
    Concrete walls are poured and reinforced, followed by waterproofing  installation.
  4. Plumbing Groundwork
    Sewer and water lines are placed under the basement slab.
  5. Backfill & Utility Trenching
    Dirt is filled around the foundation and trenches are dug for electric, gas, water, and sewer lines.
  6. Flatwork (Garage & Basement)
    We pour concrete slabs over plumbing systems.
  7. Framing
    Walls, floors, trusses, and windows go up. We also frame in arches or niches, if selected.
  8. Roofing
    Roofing materials are installed, keeping the structure protected from the elements.
  9. Exterior Finishes
    Siding, stone, or stucco is added depending on your selections.
  10. HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical (Rough-In)
    Major systems are installed inside the walls and ceilings, and city inspections are performed.
  11. Insulation & Drywall
    Energy-efficient insulation is added, followed by drywall installation, mudding, sanding, and ceiling texture.

🔍 Step 5: Walkthroughs & Quality Checks

🎥 Watch Now 👉 Step 5: Walkthrough & Punch List

 

At this stage, your home is about 80–90% complete. Now it’s time for finishing touches and quality assurance.

What’s Happening:

  • Hardwood Floors Installed (but not yet finished)
  • Cabinetry Set in Place
  • Interior Trim Installed
  • Paint & Stain Applied
  • Countertops, Tile & Backsplashes Installed
  • Fixtures & Switches Installed

We also schedule your Trim Walkthrough at this point, where you can preview the finishes and flag any areas for adjustment.

Next, we:

  • Finish your hardwoods
  • Lay carpet
  • Install hardware (door handles, spindles, closet shelving)
  • Conduct paint and drywall touch-ups

Once this is complete, we bring in our professional cleaners for a final clean, making your home look spotless and move-in ready.

👉 Learn more in our Construction Process Guide

🎉 Step 6: Closing Day & Move-In!

🎥 Watch Now 👉 Step 6: Celebrate Move-In Day!

 

We’ve made it! But before handing you the keys, there are just a few final steps:

We make sure the yard is graded for drainage, remove all debris, and install sod and landscaping.

✅ Final Grading & Landscaping

✅ Final Inspections

The city inspects your home to ensure it’s safe and code-compliant. Once passed, you’ll receive a Certificate of Occupancy, your official “green light” to move in!

✅ Pre-Closing Walkthrough

You’ll meet us onsite the day before closing to do a full walkthrough of your home. We’ll:

  • Show you how everything works
  • Note anything that needs a final fix
  • Add those items to your punch list

✅ WOW (Warranty Orientation Walkthrough)

  • What’s covered by warranty
  • How to request service
  • How to maintain your home post-move-in

✅ Closing Day

Sign your final paperwork, receive your keys, and celebrate your move into a brand-new, fully customized Comerio home!

🧭 Bonus: Helpful Meetings & Milestones

Along your journey, you’ll participate in key meetings:

DESIGN
  • Design Meeting #1: Exterior
  • Design Meeting #2: Interior
  • Design Meeting #3: Light fixtures
CONSTRUCTION
  • Pre-Construction Meeting
  • Pre-Drywall Walkthrough
  • Trim Walkthrough
CLOSING
  • WOW (2 weeks before closing)
  • Final Walkthrough (1 day before closing)

We’ll coordinate everything and keep you informed at every step.

📄 Download the Full Construction Process Guide 

Want every step, inspection, and milestone in one place? Download our full Comerio Homes Construction Process Guide as a reference.

🔑 Ready to Build Your Dream Home?

Let us guide you from contract to closing with confidence. Our homes are built with craftsmanship, clarity, and care, from the foundation up. Let’s build something incredible together!

📖 Additional Resources:

The Ultimate BOYL Guide
The Ultimate BOYL Guide

New Home Handbook

Pricing Guide

🤝 Connect with us:

Book a Free Discovery Call Now

📞 Call us at (913) 270-2871

📧 info@comeriohomes.com

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