What do I need to order?
A study plan would be best to order if you have found a design you like, but your are not 100% sure if it will meet your needs or your budget. This will provide more specific information that will answer many of the questions you may have. A study plan will also provide additional information for your Builder to see if the home design would be within your budget goal. All study plans are to scale and come with floor plans and elevations showing the front, each side, and rear of the home. Some study plans will also show the roof plan.
  Single set order, also called a Bidding set, is recommended if you want a Builder to give you a more accurate bid to build your dream home. You should discuss what kind of products and the level of quality you want before the Builder begins the bidding process. For example, you may want wood flooring in the kitchen instead of vinyl. Wood flooring is more expensive than vinyl and upgrades like that must be considered for an accurate bid. The Builders quote usually includes the cost to build your home and his fee for the project, but will not include the price of the land.
  7-Set plus construction package is what you will need to order when you are ready to have your home built. This package comes with complete working drawings containing the information a Builder and sub-contractors will need to build your home. In the event that you need more plans, you can order additional sets either with your 7-set plus package or within 3 months of your order date. All Suntel Home Designs have been prepared to comply with the issue of the CABO building code in effect at the time that the drawings were prepared. Some municipalities require a local architect or engineer to review and "seal" working drawings prior to construction. Minor modifications may be necessary to comply with your local and state regulations. We recommend that you check with the city or county building department, or a local Builder on the requirements for building in your area.

I like a stock plan, but I need it in reverse
I like a stock plan, but I need it in reverse If you have found a stock plan design, but need it in the opposite direction, you can order the plan in full reverse for an additional $100.00.
For example, the design shows the garage to the left side and you would like to flip the entire design so that the garage ends up on the right side. If you are concerned about a delay, please call our office.
  Mirror-reversed plans are used when you find a plan that meets all your requirements except it needs to be reversed. All lettering and dimensions will read backwards, thus we recommend that you order one or two reversed sets and all remaining sets as regular reading.
If a Full-reverse plan (correct reading and dimensions) is required, and one is not currently available, this can be ordered for an additional $100. Please allow up to one week for this to be completed.

What if I need a 3-car garage and the plan only has a 2-car garage?
If you have selected a stock plan and it does not show a 3^rd car option, please contact our office. We may already have the design available with a 3-car garage. If we do not, we can revise most stock plans to add the 3^rd car bay for an additional fee. Please contact our office for a price quote. If the 3^rd car option has already been done, there will be no additional charge.

What if I need changes to a current stock plan?
Sometimes you will find a stock design that is close, but not exactly what you wanted. The floor plan may meet your needs, but the house may not be the style you want or specific rooms are too small or large. We can provide exterior changes, floor plan revisions and many other modifications to our stock plans.
  Minor changes can often be made by the Builder on the job site. For example, a design may have a country look, but you want a more traditionally styled home. A simple change in window style or in the details for the exterior can give the home the look you desire. However, some changes may be required to be revised by a professional showing exactly what you intend to build. Check with your local city or county building departments or contact your local Builder, they will let you know what the rules are for your building area.
  Major changes may take special drafting. We have developed a design team that is ready to accommodate your needs. When considering design changes, a good tip to remember is that it is easier to make a house larger, rather than smaller. It is best if you choose a home that is about 100-200 square feet smaller than your original goal if you intend on making changes. A Designer can revise or add additional space to the specific areas you want without the house becoming too large for your budget.

I can’t find any designs that I like?
You may want to consider a custom design if you can’t find any stock plans that can be revised to meet your needs. You may have unique floor plan needs, a certain style of home, or specific site conditions that must be considered in the design. For example, there may be a view from certain angles you want to take advantage of or special floor plan needs for your lifestyle. All of these will come together in a custom design. You will work closely with a Designer who will listen to your wants and needs to create your dream home, while considering your building budget. Custom designs cost anywhere from $2.50-$5.00 per square foot to draw. Although a custom design costs considerably more than a stock plan, it may be worth the money to have exactly what you want, considering the amount of time you spend in your home and the size of your investment.

What kind of design do I need if my lot is not level?
If your property has a slope to it, you may want to look for a home design with a daylight basement or a design with a specific garage location. Most daylight basement plans are designed for either a front or rear sloping lot. We suggest that you speak to a local Builder for recommendations, as there may be a specific width and depth for the home that would effectively control construction costs.
  Front sloping lots: Your lot is considered a front sloping lot when the property goes uphill from the street. These lots usually require a home design with either the garage under, or lowered from the main floor and a daylight basement toward the front portion of home. The garage location and level is usually determined by how steep the slope is or how it is accessed from the street. Most Builders try to put the garage in a location where they can get the most level driveway.
  Rear sloping lots: Your lot is considered a rear sloping lot if the property goes downhill from the street. These lots usually have the garage on the main level with a daylight basement at the rear portion of the home. Lots that have a steep slope work best with a home design that is not very deep from front to back. If you do not find a stock plan that meets your needs, you may want to look at designs for level lots, as Designer can add a daylight basement foundation to most designs.
  Side sloping lot: Your lot is considered a side sloping lot when the property is at a higher level on one side than the other side. With these lots, you may have the option of having the garage on the main level or dropped to the lower side of the lot and a daylight basement is usually located to the lower side of the home. The garage location will depend on how it is accessed from the street. Some stock plans available with daylight basements or with a dropped garage, designed for front and rear slopes, can sometimes be modified for a side sloping lot.
  A lot with a gentle slope to it may not require a daylight basement design, but may need minor modifications to the foundation and garage specific for your site conditions. Stock plans without a daylight basement, but with the garage dropped forward are available.
Note: If you cannot find a daylight basement stock plan that meets your needs, or lot conditions, you might consider revising a stock plan or a custom design.

How to find multi-family home designs
Multi-family designs, known as a Duplex, Rowhouse, Townhouse, or Triplex are two or more residences sharing a common wall. When searching for these designs, you can select the square footage criteria for an individual unit or as the total square footage for all units together. Some designs are offered as a Duplex or as a Rowhouse. Typically a Duplex has a single owner for both units and a Rowhouse has separate owners for each unit. The only difference between the designs is the fire wall detail between the units. In most cases this would not matter, but some cities or county building departments will require a specific plan. If you are considering a multi-family project, consult the city or county or contact a local Builder for recommendations and what is required.
If you cannot find a multi-family design that will meet your needs, take a look a single-family home designs. In some cases, two homes can be connected. When considering this option, keep in mind the window locations. You will want to make sure that when connected, windows will not be covered in rooms that need to maintain that original window location. You may have to reverse one design to make the connection work.