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YOUR FOREVER HOME AWAITS
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THE DIRT TO DREAMS PROCESS

Black Lab Builder’s holistic approach ensures every detail of your dream home is crafted to perfection. From selecting one of our Signature Models to celebrating the groundbreaking ceremony, we guide you through each phase with precision and care. Our process is designed to be transparent and collaborative, involving you at every step to ensure that your new home is a true translation of your dreams.

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Dirt to Dreams Process

1

EXPLORE OUR HOME PLANS

Black Lab Builders offers 6 Signature Models that are semi-customizable, look at our options and see which plans most align with your family’s needs. We can also accommodate buyer supplied plans and the desire to design from the ground up. Our team will gladly aid you in this decision.
2

GET TO KNOW YOU CALL

In this call, we will cover a few different areas. First, we identify where you are in the home-building process. Next, we discuss design/plan selection, preliminary budget, and next steps.
3

PROPOSAL & CONTRACT

With a good understanding of your wants, needs, budget, and preferred design plan we compose a proposal for your build project. Once we receive your approval, we will be ready to sign the contract.
4

PRECONSTRUCTION

During the 30 to 45-day preconstruction period, we will finalize structural options & prepare for permit submittal. During permit review, we will make personal selections and set a time for an onsite meeting with the project manager.
5

CONSTRUCTION

Construction begins with a groundbreaking ceremony! From there our team will provide weekly updates on the build and complete a pre-drywall orientation to view our quality construction practices & electrical/ mechanical components. It will be the last time to make changes to the structure of your home.
6

WELCOME HOME DAY

Once cabinets are installed, the turnover day will be scheduled 45-60 days out. The first walk-through will occur a week before turnover, The Black Lab Builders team will perform a home orientation and create a punch list for any home deficiencies. One week later a second walkthrough will occur to accept the punch list remedies and welcome you into your new home.

Let’s embark on this exciting journey together, from browsing home plans to the final turnover of your keys. Your forever home awaits—begin the adventure with Black Lab Builders.

Our Signature Models

Explore our Signature Models where efficiency in home building couples with customization. Meticulously crafted designs, paired with your personalized selections, strikes a delicate balance between individuality and convenience. With this approach, crafting your dream home becomes a journey of effortless expression, where every detail reflects your unique style without the hassle of starting from scratch.

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COVENTRY

WARWICK

ROBERTS

HILLSBOROUGH

HOLLOWAY

Where We Build - Wilmington, NC


Where We Build

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