Floorplan and exterior facade are selected. Structural selections completed. Decorator selections finalized. Mortgage application completed.

Orders placed for the materials necessary for construction. Homesite prepared for foundation.

Footings and foundation walls poured (if applicable). Waterproofing the foundation completed (if applicable). Foundation backfilled (if applicable). Basement and garage floor slabs poured (if applicable). Underground plumbing installed. Homesite rough-graded and ready for framing.

First and second floors rough-framed. Roof trusses and sheathing installed. Exterior trim, windows and shingles installed. Exterior siding and/or masonry facades installed. Rough HVAC mechanicals installed. Rough plumbing and electrical wiring installed. Insulation installed.

Drywall installed. Internal trim and painting completed. Cabinets and vanities installed. Ceramic tiles installed. Final plumbing fixtures, electric and HVAC mechanicals completed. All hardwood, carpet and vinyl flooring installed. Appliances installed. Painting touch-ups and final cleaning performed.

Landscaping installed. Municipal and Orleans Quality Control inspections completed. Final homeowner orientation completed. Final walk-through of new home occurs on the day of settlement. Keys are given to you at settlement. The Warranty Customer Service Program begins. An Orleans Performance Evaluation is mailed to you and Customer Care Service begins.