Home Building Checklists

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For the minimalist

The Ultimate Checklist

Digital Checklist
$64
Instant download
  • The full Ultimate Home Building Checklist as a digital PDF
  • Detailed items across every build phase, from foundation to final walkthrough
  • Clickable checkboxes plus tap any item for images (I), videos (V), products (P), and links (L)
  • Interactive Table of Contents so you can jump straight to what you need
  • Free lifetime updates as new versions release
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For the hands-on builder

The Ultimate Checklist Workbook

Physical Workbook
$99
  • Physical spiral-bound workbook, same content as the digital
  • Each item has a 4-digit code. Scan the QR once, enter the code to see photos, videos, and product picks for that feature
  • Carry it on site, no screen or battery needed
  • Write notes directly on the page next to each line item
  • US Shipping Only
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Tap a checkbox, hover the tags to see what extras come with each item, and leave a note for yourself.

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If you are a details person, here is the spec sheet.

FeatureUltimate ChecklistMost PopularThe BundleThe Workbook
Format?Digital PDFPrinted spiral-bound book
What's included?1 checklist1 checklist, printed
Track your progress?Clickable PDF checkboxesCheck the box with a pen
Builder Brigade App?Not includedNot included
Access to Private Facebook Group?IncludedIncluded
Reference media per item?Tap (I) images, (V) videos, (P) products, (L) linksScan QR once, enter 4-digit code per item
Final Walkthrough (Blue Tape)?Not includedNot included
Builder Interview Questions?Not includedNot included
The Perfect Land & Homesite?Not includedNot included
Home Theater Checklist?Not includedNot included
New Construction Financing Options?Not includedNot included
ADA and Disability?Not includedNot included
11-Month Home Warranty?Not includedNot included
Free lifetime updates?YesPrint stays fixed
Delivery?Instant downloadShips in 3 business days
Best if you want?Just the master listSomething you can hold
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The five questions we get every week

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Is the Workbook different from the digital Checklist?

No. Same content, different format. The Workbook is the printed, pen-and-paper version of the same checklists. We made it for builders who would rather not pull out a phone or tablet on site.

Do I get the Workbook if I buy the Bundle?

The Workbook is its own physical product, but you can add it to the Bundle for $50 instead of $99. Just check the "Add the Workbook" box on the Bundle. Most homeowners do this so they have both digital and physical versions.

Can I get the app without the Bundle?

The app comes with the Bundle as a free trial today. If you want app-only access, sign up for the waitlist on the app page.

Which one should I get if I am not sure?

Most homeowners pick the Bundle with the Workbook add-on. It is the best value: every checklist, the app trial, and a physical copy on the job site for $179 total. If you only want one, get the Bundle.

What if I change my mind?

14-day money-back guarantee on every format. If it does not help you, we will refund you, no questions.

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What Homeowners Are Saying

Homeowners who used our checklists to stay organized, avoid costly mistakes, and finally feel in control of their build.

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Wilson

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Video testimonial by Andy Lantzman

Andy Lantzman

Video testimonial by Van Diest

Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

Video testimonial by Wilson

Wilson

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Anonymous

Video testimonial by Andy Lantzman

Andy Lantzman

Video testimonial by Van Diest

Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

Video testimonial by Wilson

Wilson

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Anonymous

Video testimonial by Andy Lantzman

Andy Lantzman

Video testimonial by Van Diest

Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

Video testimonial by Wilson

Wilson

Photo by Anonymous

Anonymous

Video testimonial by Andy Lantzman

Andy Lantzman

Video testimonial by Van Diest

Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

Video testimonial by Wilson

Wilson

Photo by Anonymous

Anonymous

Video testimonial by Andy Lantzman

Andy Lantzman

Video testimonial by Van Diest

Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

Video testimonial by Wilson

Wilson

Photo by Anonymous

Anonymous

Video testimonial by Andy Lantzman

Andy Lantzman

Video testimonial by Van Diest

Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

Video testimonial by Wilson

Wilson

Photo by Anonymous

Anonymous

Video testimonial by Andy Lantzman

Andy Lantzman

Video testimonial by Van Diest

Van Diest

Video testimonial by Brighton Butler

Brighton Butler

Video testimonial by Wilson

Wilson

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Anonymous

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

Builder Brigade's checklists are an excellent resource for architecture classes, offering a fresh perspective on home design. They appreciate how detailed yet flexible the lists are, the high-quality educational resources included, and the great customer service that's always ready to help.

Joshua

Awesome ideas in the checklist! You'll want this list if you are building. I have been developing real estate for 8 years and I still found TONS of great ideas in here

reisben

reisben

Must have checklist! Anyone who has built a custom home before knows that 3 months after move-in they have a list of things you "wish you would have thought of ahead of time". With this checklist, you don't have those regrets! Trust me, get the list...skip the regrets.

Anonymous

This guide has been very helpful! Our builder wasn't happy when I sent him homework, but has since embraced it. Great resource and the instagram videos are very helpful.

Matt Stanford

Matt Stanford

Highly recommend this list for anyone even if you have a construction background. It's too easy to forget or miss something.

Nick Kozak

 Nick Kozak

Your Builder Checklist has helped us out so much during our build! Our Builder has commented that he was impressed with some of the questions we brought up during the process (they came from you!). Thank you for providing this resource! Love your TikTok videos too!!

Brian

Buy these checklists as a gift for your adult kids to use when they start house shopping. Truly valuable information they need to evaluate or compare home options, especially when relator shows them existing older homes and says "it'll be easy" to update the kitchen or bathroom.

Monte Hall

Such a helpful resource for people who are building a custom home

carolineondesign

carolineondesign

So worth it! We almost paid $7,000 to have a Builder give us his "BUILDERS BOOK", and we paid for Builder Brigade instead and it was the most easy user friendly checklist ever! I'm so glad we got it, it really had stuff we didn't even think to add to our custom build.

Jenny D.

We just finished the renovation of 3,600 square foot rancher, down to the studs. I bought this list and it definitely helped us make decisions and provided ideas/advice on many things we would have not thought of. Worth it if building or renovating!

@tnschmid

@tnschmid

This list has been gold for us!! First time home builders, overwhelming in all the decisions and making them timely and wisely - this list has been the key to do it all!

@jenn.c.pegg

@jenn.c.pegg

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  • by Megan Haskins

Keep Mud Out of Your New Home Build

Mud gets everywhere on a new home build. Your jobsite can turn into a mud pit pretty quickly. If I were building, I’d do a few simple things early to keep as much of that mud outside as possible. Put...

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9 Luxury Home Features We All Secretly Want
  • by Megan Haskins

9 Luxury Home Features We All Secretly Want

Not every upgrade needs to be practical. Some are just really nice to have. Here are a few luxury home features I’d seriously consider. Double Dishwasher If you entertain a lot or have a big family, I can absolutely see...

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Want Quieter Floors Years From Now…?
  • by Megan Haskins

Want Quieter Floors Years From Now…?

Reduce squeaky floors later by paying attention when your subfloor goes down. Look for Adhesive on Every Joist I’d ask your builder if they plan to use subfloor adhesive on every floor joist before the subfloor goes down. You may...

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Shower Features That’ll Make Your Bathroom 10x Better
  • by Megan Haskins

Shower Features That’ll Make Your Bathroom 10x Better

You’re already spending money on the shower. I’d make sure you’re spending it on a few details that actually make it better to use. Make the Niche Bigger If you have the wall space, I’d extend the shower niche as...

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Make Sure Your Garage Gets a Garage Door Threshold
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Make Sure Your Garage Gets a Garage Door Threshold

Ask your builder if they plan on a garage door threshold. A garage door threshold creates a small raised lip behind the garage door that helps keep wind-driven rain from making its way into your garage. It’s a small detail...

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Get an outdoor kitchen even if your budget is cooked…
  • by Megan Haskins

Get an outdoor kitchen even if your budget is cooked…

Want an outdoor kitchen, but it’s not in the budget right now? Don’t build it. Prep for it. While the trades are already there, run the utilities you’ll need for a future outdoor kitchen. Then you can add the kitchen...

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The stuff behind your siding matters more than you think…
  • by Megan Haskins

The stuff behind your siding matters more than you think…

Your siding isn’t your last line of defense against water. The sheathing and weather barrier behind it are doing a whole lot more work than most people realize. Here are your options for what goes behind your sheathing. Traditional Housewrap...

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Stop Putting Doors on Lower Kitchen Cabinets!
  • by Megan Haskins

Stop Putting Doors on Lower Kitchen Cabinets!

You should put drawers in almost every lower cabinet. Everything Comes to You Think about a traditional lower cabinet. You open the doors, crouch down, move three pots out of the way, and reach into the back trying to find...

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Mounting a TV Above the Fireplace? Plan These First
  • by Megan Haskins

Mounting a TV Above the Fireplace? Plan These First

These are the top things to consider when having a TV mounted above the fireplace. Run Conduit Behind the TV This is probably the first thing I'd ask for. Run conduit from behind the TV down into your built-in cabinet...

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Don’t Build a House Where You Hear Every Flush
  • by Megan Haskins

Don’t Build a House Where You Hear Every Flush

Most builders only insulate exterior walls. That’s why you hear every flushing toilet, TV, and teenager through the interior walls. The fix is to insulate the interior walls too and if the budget’s tight, start where it matters most …...

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