Knowing the steps to building a dream house is the cornerstone of starting your project and turning your idea into a reality that exceeds your aspirations. In this guide, you will find everything you need to know about the steps of building a house for a lifetime, based on the necessity of educating you on the basics of construction to avoid the mistakes that you may make. Read on and learn more information
What are the steps to build a house of life
Steps to build a house
Steps to build your dream home from Al Burj General Contracting Est. in Jeddah Here are the steps to building a dream house, from preparing the land to finishing and delivering work. We will talk about each step in some detail so that you do not run into problems after starting your project
First: The stage of preparing the land specified for construction
Choose the appropriate plot of land to build your home on
Obtain all engineering designs, and architectural and construction drawings for the plot of land you have chosen for your project from the engineering office that will carry out the construction process.
I am obtaining a building permit to begin the implementation steps.
Remove any debris or the like, so the plot of land becomes clean.
Second: the stage of digging the ground and cleaning it
Excavating building foundations
1- Soil samples are taken to determine the quality of the soil, its characteristics, and its bearing capacity, and thus the appropriate foundation for that soil is determined
2- If water is found during the drilling process in the ground, it is disposed of using machines to pump water out. Here the drilling process is divided into two types
The first type: In which the entire earth is dug, the iron is lowered, and then the concrete is poured
The second type: in which a wooden box is made and used for foundations without the process of digging the entire earth
Planning the land after completing the excavation work, and determining its boundaries by making a plot of land. Here, a fence of wood is placed on the borders of the plot of land, and the axis lines are made according to the engineering drawings so that the plan is compatible with reality
A cleaning brush is made by creating a layer of concrete on the ground with a thickness of 10 cm. For hygiene soaps, some specifications must be paid attention to two hours before the flushing, which are
Spray termiticide to ensure the safety of the concrete.
Plastic brushes.
Laying iron mesh with a thickness of 7 mm.
Make a fan to smooth and level the surface of the casting. This stage is optional.
6- The concrete bed is insulated by painting with cold asphalt, followed by installing an insulation roll to complete the insulation process without cracking or nesting
Third: The stage of strengthening the foundations At this stage of construction, the following steps take place
Making wooden molds for the bases and bases.
Installing reinforcing steel in the formwork according to the construction panels.
Prepare the concrete mixture and pour it into the mold.
Leave the pouring for 5-7 days and spray it daily with water until it becomes solid.
Insulate the concrete so that no crack occurs.
Burying the bases and necks in two stages, each stage 25 cm, with spraying and tamping for each stage.
Fourth: The stage of building the walls This is the fourth stage of the steps of building the House of a Lifetime, and it includes White bricks (white cement bricks) are used in construction, due to their lightness and lack of moisture absorption
Covering the building walls with a layer of cement, to complete the process of cementing the walls
Fifth: The stage of pouring the concrete structure Pouring concrete foundations At this stage, the following steps are taken to build your dream home
Making wooden molds.
Installation of steel according to the engineering drawing and pouring of concrete.
Spray the pour twice a day, so that shrinkage of the concrete mixture does not occur
Completing the process of installing steel reinforcement for columns.
Installation and casting of wooden column molds.
Build walls using brick or stone.
Installation of wooden moldings for the ceiling and beams.
Reinforcing the wooden molds for the roof and beams according to the engineering drawings and casting them. This step is repeated on each floor of the house, and then the interior finishing work begins
Second: The construction implementation stage
The construction implementation process begins after the design stage, obtaining the necessary licenses from the local competent authorities, and signing the appropriate contract with the contractor or contracting company you have chosen
The work of implementing the steps of building the House of Life is carried out according to the timetable set by the contractor and submitted to the consulting office for approval. The most important implementation steps are
Implementation and construction work-
Before starting implementation work, you must ensure the quality of the selection of materials and their conformity with international building standards, and also examine samples of finishing materials, pay attention to plumbing and electrical work, and avoid making modifications during the house construction process
Preparation work-
Placing building signs for the boundaries of the plot of land
Removing all debris from the construction site begins with cleaning and leveling the ground
Digging the ground to obtain the required level according to the plans, and backfilling what requires backfilling
Planning and setting the rules and then determining the dimensions and measurements required to begin construction implementation
Protection against termites-
The land designated for construction must be sprayed with a chemical to protect against termites that are found underground, and which cause damage to the building’s foundations. The building is protected from this insect by spraying the chemicals on the foundations, the compacted soil, and the building floor before pouring the ground floor slab
Concrete works-
Concrete is used in most construction works, whether residential, commercial or industrial, and is divided into two main sections
Foundations: Concrete work below ground level
Implementing a layer of clean concrete with a thickness of 100 mm, with an area larger than the area of the reinforced base, and placing a layer of polythene underneath it Make wooden or metal molds, put rebar inside them, and pour them with concrete
The concrete bases are left inside the molds for no less than two days
Spray dry concrete with water for at least a week until it is saturated with water
The wooden mold for the base is dismantled, and the process of preparing and casting the columns begins
Insulating the bases and columns by painting an asphalt material to insulate them from water, then filling in the empty spaces between the bases, and preparing for the work of pouring the ground bridges that connect the columns and carry the walls on the ground floor To pour
Ground bridges are insulated with bitumen and a layer of polyethylene, while the pouring process continues until the concrete level is equal to the level of the upper surface of the ground bridges
Structure: Concrete above ground level
Concreting the structure includes pouring columns, stairs, ceilings, and roof railings, and spraying them with water continuously for a week. This stage is one of the most important steps in building your dream house
Water and thermal insulation works-
In these works, the foundations and ground bridges are waterproofed with asphaltic material to prevent nesting, cracks, and rust. Thermal insulation must also be applied to the building to reduce electrical energy consumption, using 50 mm thick polystyrene sheets
Brickworks-
After completing the concrete work, the walls are built with bricks using a mortar consisting of a 3:1 ratio of cement, sand, and water. Here, a scale and thread are used for precision in building the bricks
Plastering works-
Plastering work is one of the steps in building an old house, in which the walls and ceilings of the house are covered with thick materials consisting of sand, water, and cement, and left for no less than 3 weeks to dry completely
Finishing and oystering-
The plastering process is considered the most important step in the interior finishing of the steps in building the house of a lifetime. In it, a mixture consisting of water, sand, and cement is made and the walls are painted with it. Types of shellfish include
The conch is the instrument or sight.
The conch and strings.
Conch shells, strings, and flexible angles.
Tile works-
In tile work, the floors and some walls in kitchens and bathrooms are covered with tiles, and the tiles are installed using cement mortar or specialized adhesive materials. Granite or marble is also installed in some places, such as internal stairs and thresholds
Woodwork “carpentry”-
Woodwork in the steps of building a house of life includes installing skirting boards, doors, and door frames. Special accessories are added to the doors, such as locks, handles, door stops, and others upon request
Aluminum and glass works-
It includes installing various types of windows, glass, and exterior doors for the house
Painting works-
Here comes the role of paints to paint the walls and ceilings and choose their colors and designs according to your request. This step is preceded by applying two layers of putty on the walls and then followed by the final paint or wallpaper as desired. This is followed by installing windows and doors and putting the finishing touches on the house
Electrical works-
At this stage of the steps of building a house of life, the basics of electricity and wiring are placed in the walls, including the installation of lighting systems, television extensions, the Internet, telephone, and others. Here the power of electricity in the home is determined, in addition to the necessity of determining the location of the air conditioners to know the correct place to make the necessary extensions for the air conditioning equipment
Some things to consider when starting to connect electricity to the home, including
Installing the electrical clock before starting the finishing stage.
Increase the number of electrical plugs and distribute them throughout the house.
Ensure that the electrical wires are covered so that cement does not reach them during the finishing stage
Use high-quality, durable wires to prevent an electrical short circuit or any problem that may be difficult to solve after the house is delivered
Plumbing and sanitation works-
At this stage in the steps of building your dream house, the water supply system is installed, including pipes, pumps, tanks, sewage lines, and rainwater drainage, in addition to installing the basics of bathrooms and kitchens
Things to take into consideration when developing bathroom infrastructure
Determine the type of bathroom fixtures before installation, due to the presence of some appliances that require special extensions
When installing bathroom tiles, it is preferable to use the finest types to prevent any breakage and to fill the gaps between the tiles well so that they are not easily broken
If you choose to install a gas heater, make sure there is adequate ventilation in the bathroom
Avoid using gypsum board on walls and when covering electrical wires
Establishing sewerage pipes and wires, independently of the kitchen sewerage pipes
Receiving the house-
After the steps of building your dream house have been completed in the best possible way, and the finishing work has been completed, the house will be ready for occupancy, but be careful here of the following
Keep a copy of the design and implementation plans for the various structural architectural, and electromechanical works of the house
Ensure the existence of certificates to guarantee the quality of materials used and work completed during the construction stages
Inspect the house and make sure all systems are working properly
Keep some samples of finishing materials, for use when needed in the future
Conduct regular maintenance of various parts and systems of the home to ensure their effective and safe performance
Keep all documents and financial contracts between you and the contractor
Steps to build a house of a lifetime from idea to implementation
Al Burj General Contracting Est. turns your dream home into reality
Al Burj General Contracting Corporation in Jeddah is considered a pioneer in the construction sector, as we transform your idea about your dream home into a distinctive tangible reality in the construction sector, committed to achieving our customers’ vision of building a home of a lifetime that combines functional aesthetics and high quality
Our service at Al-Burj Foundation includes implementing all steps of building the House of Life, including construction and supervision work, tiling, painting, decoration, engineering, supervisory, and construction works, etc., under the supervision of specialized teams composed of a group of engineers and technicians with long experience and high skill in all construction works
What distinguishes our services in the field of contracting is full compliance with international construction standards, in addition to
Accuracy of implementation in all stages of work.
High quality of materials used.
Innovative and unique designs.
Comprehensive services including design, installation, and implementation.
Specialized designs to make each client unique in their space.
Delivery according to the specified schedule.
Regular maintenance and repair are carried out by skilled technicians and engineers
Contact us now, so that we at Al Burj Foundation can realize your future vision for a dream home that has an aesthetic and unique appearance among construction projects. We at Al Burj Contracting Est. give each client his privacy and provide him with consultations and specialized solutions that suit his project and meet his needs to obtain distinctive results that exceed his aspirations