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STEP 5 - ENCLOSING YOUR HOMEOnce framing has passed inspection, your builder will begin enclosing yourhome and install siding, shingles, the roofing system, any brick or stonedetails your interior or exterior design requires, and the windows anddoors. These are very visible features of your home both inside and out, sochoose and invest wisely! Our architects prefer Pella® for stunning, energyefficient, and durable windows and VELUX® for reliable and gorgeousskylights and roof windows that maximize natural light and fresh air. Forgarage doors, the top choice among architects and customers is Clopay®and Therma-Tru® is preferred for entry and patio doors. For naturallooking stone and brick veneer, our architects recommend Eldorado Stonebecause each piece is literally hand-painted by highly trained artisans tooffer a unique and authentic finished look.This stage is critical and occurs before the installation ofsheetrock. This is the building stage where mechanicalcomponents and wiring are installed. Venting, ductwork, waterheaters, and the HVAC system are also installed.STEP 6 - MECHANICAL INSTALLATIONSteps to Building a New Home...cont'd