1. First Consultation & Requirement Gathering
  • Virtual consultation or site visit.
  • Determine budget, plot size, design, and requirements (vastu compliant, number of floors, green features, etc.).
  • Give a rough estimate or quotation.
  1. Architecture & Planning
  • Floor plans, elevation designs, and 3D drawings preparation.
  • Compliance to local building laws and DTCP/CMDA/municipal approvals.
  • Boq (Bill of Quantities) and final costing estimate provision.
  1. Approvals & Permits

The company will normally:

  • Deal with civic authorities’ planning permission (CMDA, DTCP, Panchayat, etc.).
  • Get building permit, electricity connection, water/sewage connection.
  • Arrange verification of legal documents (if necessary).
  1. Construction Execution

This involves:

  • Leveling and soil test on site.
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  • Superstructure: columns, beams, walls, roof.
  • Electrical, plumbing, waterproofing, painting.
  • Utilization of certified materials (e.g., ISI, branded cement/steel).

Some companies provide day-wise or week-wise progress report through app or WhatsApp.

  1. Interior Works (Optional but Supplied)
  • Modular kitchen, wardrobes, false ceiling, lighting.
  • Paint and decoration work.
  • Landscaping or terrace designing if required.
  1. Handover
  • Final site visit and quality inspection.
  • Issuance of completion certificate (if necessary).
  • Key and document handover.

Services Generally Included in End-to-End Packages

Service

Present?

Architecture & Design

Yes

Government Approvals

Yes (or through partners)

Construction (Labor + Materials)

Yes

Plumbing, Electrical, Flooring

Yes

Interior Design

Optional

Smart Home Integration

Optional

Solar / Rainwater Harvesting

Optional

Post-Construction Support

Yes

Types of Companies Providing End-to-End Construction

  • Turnkey Builders – They do blue print to key handover.
  • Architect-Led Builders – more emphasis on bespoke design; engage contractors.
  • Digital Construction Platforms – such as Brick&Bolt, BuildNext, Kolo, WeHouse – blend tech + services.
  • Local In-House Builders – common to small towns such as Pondicherry or Salem.

What To Look for in a Great Builder

  • Registered with CREDAI, RERA (where applicable).
  • Open agreement with scope, schedule, payment timeline.
  • Good word of mouth and work portfolio.
  • Regular progress updates and tracking.
  • Structural warranty offered.

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