The custom home building industry is constantly evolving, but one of the most potent tools we have seen introduced to the industry in recent years is 3D imaging. This technology has enhanced design capabilities as well as helping to improve communications between the residential project manager, construction team, designer, and homeowner. This has resulted in massive savings throughout the construction process.
Reduced Design Revisions – Traditional blueprints have long been the standard, but not everyone can read them properly and they hardly give the visual that a 3D virtual walkthrough can provide. With 3D imaging, homeowners can virtually see every aspect of the design, right down to the color of the screws being used for door handles.
Enhanced Resource Management – 3D models can provide exact specifications for materials, which will save the homeowner from a contractor who is over-ordering or worse, under-ordering, then having to pay a much higher cost later in the build.
Early Detection of Design Flaws – Advanced 3D imaging can test the home structurally to ensure it is safe for its particular environment. If there are flaws in the design, they can be taken care of at this stage of the construction project rather than after the build has already started, leading to massive cost increases. Instead of writing another check, the changes can be made in the programming to create new plans for the home, with no errors or mistakes.
Streamlined Project Timeline – You have often heard us discuss how costly delays can be. While there are some instances, such as weather, where the delay cannot be avoided, 3D imaging can help alleviate many of the “normal” bottlenecks we see in this industry. By providing a clear, visual roadmap, 3D imaging aids allows for efficient planning and coordination of all parties.
Improved Communication – A well-informed client is able to make better and quicker decisions. Using 3D imaging cuts down significantly on the usual back-and-forth that could sometimes take a week to solve a single issue. Moreover, contractors and subcontractors benefit from these detailed visuals, ensuring they’re on the same page, thereby reducing errors and the need to redo their work.
Future Cost Savings – Beyond immediate construction, 3D imaging can also help predict future costs for the home, which could influence the materials used, layout, and other factors in the construction and design of the house. Homeowners can make informed choices about materials and design elements, leading to long-term financial savings.
Increased Property Value – A home constructed with the precision that 3D imaging means you are less likely to have issues with the design. A well-constructed home is obviously worth more money to future homebuyers, which means you get a higher ROI when it comes time to sell the house.
Interested in learning more about 3D image virtual walkthroughs? Better Build Now is happy to announce that we now offer this service, as well as other residential construction services for custom-built homes in Oregon. For more information, give us a call at 888-402-4180.