Steps to building a house start with adequate planning and budgeting. The first thing is to determine your needs like size and layout and future needs. The second step is to select an appropriate plot and confirm legal permits such as land ownership and zoning regulations. It is also necessary to bring in the services of professionals like architects and engineers at this point to develop drawings and cost estimates. After coming up with a design, get building permits with the local authorities. Site preparation and foundation work may commence following approvals. A lot of house owners use the services of specialists in commercial construction works as they have daunting processes, schedules and quality that can also apply to residential works. A well thought-out design at an early phase prevents wastage of time, excessive costs and design errors in the subsequent construction process.