DC General Contracting
CA GC Lic. #1097556 · Visalia, CA
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Your custom
home journey
starts here.

Thank you for reaching out. Daniel Calderon personally reviews every request before calling — expect to hear from us within 1 business day.

01

We review your request

We look at your lot, budget, and vision before the call so we're ready to talk specifics.

02

Discovery call (30 min)

We discuss your goals, timeline, and what's realistic for your budget and site.

03

We send a proposal

A clear, itemized pre-construction proposal — no surprises, no vague estimates.

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42 Custom homes
delivered
Our build process
How we build

From concept
to certificate of occupancy

Every custom home follows a clear, proven sequence — seven phases, zero guesswork. Click any phase to see exactly what happens and what to expect from us.

1
Phase 01

Discovery

Weeks 1–2

This is our first real conversation — and the most important one. Before a single line is drawn or a dollar committed, we get aligned on your vision, your site, and what's honestly achievable at your budget. We ask hard questions here so there are no hard surprises later.

What we do
  • Initial consultation call — 30–60 min deep-dive into your goals, must-haves, and timeline
  • Site evaluation — we review your lot for slope, setbacks, access, and buildability
  • Budget feasibility check — honest sq/ft cost ranges for your area and spec level
  • Preliminary scope definition — bedrooms, bathrooms, garage, sq footage, special features
  • Pre-construction agreement — defines scope, retainer, and next steps before design begins
What you bring
  • Lot address or APN number (if you already own land)
  • Inspiration photos — Pinterest boards, magazine cuts, anything that captures the feeling
  • Realistic budget range — we keep this confidential, it just helps us plan right
  • Your must-have list vs. nice-to-have list
  • Questions — bring all of them, there are no bad ones here
2
Phase 02

Planning & Design

Weeks 2–10

Great homes are built twice — once on paper and once in the field. This phase translates your vision into a complete set of stamped construction documents. We work with your architect or connect you with one we trust, and we stay at the table to make sure the plans are actually buildable at your budget.

What we do
  • Architect coordination — introduce you to our preferred designer or work with yours
  • Schematic design review — we review early floor plans for constructability and cost
  • Structural engineering coordination — beam sizes, foundation type, shear walls
  • Value engineering — if plans come in over budget, we find savings that don't cost quality
  • Construction document review — catch conflicts and gaps before permit submittal
  • Final cost estimate — line-by-line proposal based on completed drawings
What you decide
  • Floor plan layout — room flow, ceiling heights, window placement
  • Exterior style — roofline, siding, trim profile, garage orientation
  • Structural upgrades — vaulted ceilings, large spans, specialty framing
  • Energy features — solar-ready, foam insulation, high-efficiency HVAC
  • Special conditions — pool pad, ADU foundation, RV access, shop
3
Phase 03

Site Work & Selections

Weeks 6–14

Site work and finish selections run in parallel — and both have to be done before the first shovel hits. Clearing, grading, and demolition prep the land while you're locking in your tile, cabinets, and fixtures. Decisions made here are final — changes after this phase cost time and money.

Site work includes
  • Demolition — existing structures, trees, concrete removal if applicable
  • Rough grading — establish finish floor elevation, drainage plan, cut/fill balance
  • Soils report review — confirm bearing capacity, expansive soil mitigation if needed
  • Temporary power and water — job site utilities established before construction
  • Survey stakes — property pins re-confirmed, building footprint laid out
Selections to finalize
  • Exterior — roofing material, siding, windows, garage doors, front door
  • Kitchen — cabinets, countertops, backsplash, appliances, hardware
  • Bathrooms — tile, vanities, fixtures, shower glass, mirrors
  • Interior finishes — flooring, paint colors, interior doors, trim profile
  • Lighting — fixtures for every room submitted to our electrical sub
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Phase 04

Underground Utilities & Permitting

Weeks 8–18

Everything underground gets one chance to be right — because once the slab goes down, there's no fixing it without tearing it up. We sequence utility work carefully and hold inspections before any concrete is poured. Permitting runs concurrently; we submit early and manage the process so approval doesn't hold up the job.

Underground scope
  • Sewer lateral — connection to city main or septic system installation
  • Water service — meter set, main line run, pressure regulator
  • Underground electrical — service conduit from utility pole or transformer pad
  • Gas line — underground stub-out from street to building pad
  • Underground plumbing rough — drain, waste, vent under slab; inspected before pour
  • Underground electrical rough — conduit for panel feed and under-slab circuits
Permitting process
  • Building permit submittal — full plan set, energy calcs (Title 24), soils report
  • Agency coordination — city, county, fire, public works, utility companies
  • Plan check corrections — we respond to all comments without delays to you
  • HOA submittal — if applicable, architectural review board approval
  • Permit issuance — posted on-site before any foundation work begins
  • Inspection scheduling — we manage the full inspection calendar start to finish
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Phase 05

Construction & Inspection

Months 4–12

This is where years of experience shows up every single day. We run a tight job site — licensed subs only, daily logs, weekly owner updates, and every inspection passed before the next phase begins. You'll never be left wondering what's happening. We build it right the first time because fixing it after costs three times as much.

Construction sequence
  • Foundation — form, steel, pour, cure, waterproofing, backfill
  • Framing — floor system, walls, roof structure, sheathing, windows set
  • Roofing — underlayment, final roofing material, gutters, flashing
  • MEP rough-in — plumbing, electrical, HVAC rough-in before walls close
  • Insulation & energy — batts, spray foam, radiant barrier per Title 24
  • Drywall — hang, tape, texture, prime
  • Interior finishes — flooring, cabinets, countertops, tile, trim, paint
  • Mechanical trim-out — fixtures, devices, HVAC registers, fire sprinklers
Inspections at each phase
  • Foundation pre-pour — rebar, underslab plumbing, form grade
  • Framing inspection — structure, shear, hold-downs, headers
  • Rough MEP — plumbing, electrical, mechanical before insulation
  • Insulation inspection — energy compliance confirmed before drywall
  • Exterior weather barrier — WRB, flashing, window integration
  • Owner milestone walks — framing walk, pre-drywall walk, final punch walk
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Phase 06

Certificate of Occupancy

Final 2–4 weeks

The CO is not the finish line — it's the last checkpoint before we hand over your keys. We treat this phase as seriously as the first. Every punch list item gets a completion date, not a promise. You walk through the home with us, write down anything that isn't right, and we don't close out until it's resolved.

Final steps
  • Final inspections — building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing sign-offs
  • Energy compliance final — HERS rater on-site for HVAC, duct leakage, infiltration test
  • Landscaping & drainage — final grade, erosion control, driveway complete
  • Utility activation — PG&E/SCE meter set, gas pressure test, final water meter
  • Punch list walk — formal walk-through with you; every item documented and dated
  • CO issued — city signs off; home is legally occupiable
What you receive at close
  • Certificate of occupancy (original)
  • Full permit card with all inspection sign-offs
  • As-built drawings on file with the city
  • Appliance manuals and warranty docs organized by trade
  • Subcontractor contact list — every name, license, and phone number
  • Home orientation walk — we show you every system in the house
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Phase 07

Warranty Period

1 year minimum

Our relationship doesn't end when you get your keys. We back our work with a written warranty and stand behind every sub we hired. If something isn't right in year one, we make it right — no runaround, no finger-pointing between trades. You call us and we handle it.

What's covered
  • 1-year workmanship warranty — any defect in labor or installation we performed
  • Structural warranty — foundation, framing, shear walls — per California state code
  • Roof warranty — manufacturer's material warranty + our installation labor warranty
  • Window & door warranty — passed through from manufacturer, we manage the claim
  • Appliance warranties — registered at close-out, we facilitate service coordination
  • 30-day touch-up — we return 30 days after move-in to address any settle-in issues
How to use your warranty
  • Call or text Daniel directly — no call center, no ticket system
  • We assess within 48 hours, schedule work within 2 weeks for non-emergency items
  • Emergency response (leak, electrical) within 24 hours
  • We document every warranty call — protects you and us
  • After year one, we're still a resource — we'll always help you find the right person for the job
42 Custom homes
completed
400+ Multifamily units
supervised
20+ Years in
construction
CA Licensed & insured
#1097556
What to expect from your call

No pressure.
Just a real conversation.

Our discovery call is about understanding your project — not closing a sale. Here's what we'll cover.

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Your vision & site

We want to hear about your lot, your layout ideas, the style you're drawn to, and how you live day-to-day. The more detail, the better we can plan.

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Budget & timeline

We'll have an honest conversation about what's buildable at your budget in today's market — no inflated numbers to get the contract, no surprises at framing.

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The path forward

By the end of the call you'll understand the permitting timeline, pre-construction steps, and exactly what our proposal will include before you commit to anything.

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Your questions answered

Bring every question — about process, subcontractors, selections, financing, or anything else. We'd rather answer 20 questions on this call than one problem on the job site.

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