Our Process
How long does it take to build a house?
Your Journey to a New Bates Home
Building a new home is an exciting journey, and the timeline naturally varies depending on your chosen community, floor plan, and the time of year. Here is what you can expect at each stage of the process, from reserving your homesite to the moment you pick up your keys.
Get Pre-Qualified and Reserve Your Home
Once you have found your new Bates Home, complete a pre-qualification application with one of our preferred lenders. Once approved and received by your sales consultant, you can secure your position on the priority list or reserve your home with an earnest money deposit, based on availability per community. At reservation, your sales associate will prepare the formal purchase agreement.
Sign the Formal Purchase Agreement
Once you complete the formal purchase agreement, you will proceed with a preferred lender or a lender of your choice to apply for your loan.
Personalize Your New Home
Now the fun part begins. You will meet with an options coordinator to help select the finishes for your new home, including countertops, flooring, lighting, and more.
Attend Your Construction Walks
During construction, you will be invited to review the progress of your home. Walk appointments can be scheduled through your sales associate.
Frame Walk: requested by our construction associates after electrical and plumbing have been installed.
Final Walk: our Customer Care Representative will show you all the features of your new home and explain its functions and maintenance.
Other walks may be scheduled if needed, and you are always welcome to request an appointment with your sales associate.
Close on Your Home
When the final documents are ready, our Escrow Coordinator will contact you to schedule a signing appointment. At this time, your lender will confirm final loan approval and fund your loan. After funding, the title company will confirm recording of the deed in your name, and your sales consultant will present you with the keys. Congratulations and welcome to the Bates Homes family.
Ongoing Customer Care
Your warranty binder and maintenance manual will be provided at closing to help you care for your investment. Reach customer care support at wa******@********es.com.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Bates Homes Process
Does my new home come with a builder warranty?
Yes! We stand behind the quality of our craftsmanship. Every new Bates home includes a comprehensive builder warranty to give you peace of mind. You will receive a detailed warranty binder at closing, and our dedicated Customer Care team is always available to assist you.
What happens after I reserve my home?
After reserving your home with an earnest money deposit, your sales associate prepares your formal purchase agreement. From there, you will work with a preferred lender, or a lender of your choice, to finalize your loan.
Can I customize my new home?
Yes. During the personalization stage, you will meet with an options coordinator to select finishes such as countertops, flooring, and lighting for your new home.
What is a frame walk and a final walk?
A frame walk happens after electrical and plumbing are installed, giving you an early look at your home’s layout. A final walk happens closer to closing, when a Customer Care Representative walks you through your home’s features and maintenance.
Stay in Touch
Be the first to get news and updates.
