Once the physical work begins, you will find an understanding of construction scheduling basics helpful. The builder creates the construction schedule based on experience and input from the trades. Some portions of the work must occur in sequence and some trades work best alone in the home. Having the electrician and the plumber in the home at the same time prolongs their work because they get in each other's way. Depending on how much construction is occurring in the region, trade contractors need varying lengths of lead time or notice before working on your home.
Lead times change constantly.
Your builder orders materials so that deliveries occur at the correct time. You can help by completing your selections as early as possible and following your builder's guidelines for changes. Your builder is involved with your home on a daily basis. He or she frequently checks the work at the site, updates the schedule, answers questions from the trade contractors, and checks on material deliveries. When the builder asks you to clarify details, you need to respond quickly to prevent delays.