Although reading a floor plan may seem like a simple exercise, you would be surprised the number of times purchasers do their pre-inspection delivery and end up being surprised at what they thought they bought and what they actually bought. Be sure to use your imagination and walk-though the floor plan from entry throughout the entire space. Here are a few considerations to keep in mind:
- Is there a closet near the front door?
- Does the floor plan offer room measurements?
- Is there a laundry near the kitchen and bathroom?
- What is the size of the appliances?
- Do you have enough kitchen countertop?
- Are there enough kitchen cabinets – uppers and lowers?
- Where do you place the dining room table and chairs?
- Are there door swing problems?
- Is the floor plan oriented towards the view?
- Where is the TV going to go?
- Is a bathroom door opening to the kitchen?
- What is your bedroom wall next to in the neighbouring plan?
- Will the floor plan fit a queen sized bed or a king sized bed?
- Is there enough closet space?
- Will your existing furniture fit in the new home or will you have to scale down?
One of the benefits of purchasing a new home is room colours and lighting fixtures. Because homes are being built in volume, the builder generally finishes the homes in neutral colours and simple lighting packages. This allows you to move in and Make Your Home Your Own.
