Building a HouseThe process of building a house is a very complex and difficult task. In the following paragraphs I will explain the many steps involved in building a house. The first thing in building a house is to select a site and prepare it. The land must be cleared of trees and brush and graded to ensure a level construction area. This process is generally called excavation and grading. This is usually a very quick process but can be expensive depending on the work involved. In addition, the land must be well maintained, which means that the land is not too wet and is safe for a structure and allows for the installation of a septic tank that will work properly. The next step is to survey the land. When the land is surveyed, you will find out where the property lines are and also prepare the footer for digging. Once the footing has been prepared and concrete has been poured, the next step is to lay the foundation. The materials used are generally bricks or blocks. The foundation must meet certain codes set by the county. The inspector will need to inspect the foundation before the construction process can begin. Once the foundation has passed inspection, the next step of the house is to install the frame. The framing process is probably the quickest part of building a house. A good team of carpenters can frame an average-sized house in just a few days. The frame of the house includes the floor system, walls and roof system. The framing is...