If you are one of those people that dream of owning a country home, you are not alone. Realtors across the United States claim home sales have rocketed during the past year, with the number of country homes being built growing to over twice that of any previous year in the past decade. Whether your rural house will be a vacation getaway or a forever home, there are a few things you should consider when building a country house.
1. Utilities
Look into how utilities will be transported to your property and whether you will be responsible for paying the companies to drag the service connectors to your home. You may be required to build a septic tank, dig a water well El Campo, and purchase conduits from your property line at the street all the way up to your home.
2. Roads
Long beautiful driveways leading to magnificent mansions may sell magazines or television ads, but they are not always practical. This is especially true if your house will be in a very wet area or have a snow-packed winter. Asphalt and concrete are more appropriate driveways and roads leading to country homes, so check what your new city or county code requires.
3. Placement
Believe it or not, the placement of your home can play a massive part in how it is insulated and the cost of laying pipes, drainage fields and roadways. Do you want the sun to shine through your windows in the morning, late afternoon or not at all? Consider whether your home will sit on a hill, rest on a basement or have more than one story. Even small decisions can change the budget dramatically.
4. Leveling
Bringing in large land movers and dump trucks can be expensive. If your property is a topographical joyride, you will want to check excavation prices before finalizing your house’s construction budget. Basements can also be expensive additions if your soil has caliche or granite components.
When building a home in the country, consider the little things as well as the big. Your budget depends on it.
