1. Crazy
   The general contractor
2. The sub-contractor

When you're in charge, you're officially the GC. Those that you hire are the sub-contractors.

1. No
   Sometimes
2. Always

You always need a permit, no matter where you're building. There are always local regulations to contend with.

1. 5 percent
   10 percent
2. 15-25 percent

General contractors charge anywhere from 15-25 percent. That means that you're saving a lot of money by being your own GC.

1. Something that you dream of doing some day
   The top view of the layout of your house
2. A type of construction tool

The plan, in terms of building a house, is the top view of the layout. You'll see the rooms, the dimensions, plumbing, lighting, etc.

1. A gardner
   A geologist
2. A surveyor

A surveyor is going to start by staking out your lot. That means that they're going to outline the property boundaries. This is where it all begins.

1. A water diviner
   A roll-off dumpster
2. A fridge

It's necessary to have a roll-off dumpster to handle the debris while building. Having a Port-a-potty ain't a bad choice, either.

1. The foundation is built
   The roof is built
2. The stairs are built

It all begins with the foundation. Once you start pouring concrete, you're at the point of no return. Be sure that you want to build this home.

1. The pipes used for plumbing
   The stairs
2. Structures where the house is supported by the earth

The footings are where the house and the earth interface. This is part of laying the foundation for the home.

1. The electricians work on the site
   The plumbers work on the site
2. There is no activity on the site

While the cement is curing, nothing else can happen on this site. This is very important for it to cure properly.

1. An inspector comes in
   The walls are built
2. The roof is assembled

An inspector must come in after the foundation is set. This is absolutely necessary before you can begin rough framing.

1. Slab
   Crawl space
2. Basement
   All of the above

These are all types of foundation. Each one is set in a very different way. Creating a basement is probably the most labor intensive.

1. The framing
   The shell
2. The skull

The floor, wall and roof systems of your home are known as the shell. They're sometimes also called the skeleton.

1. Insulation
   House wrap
2. Shellack

Sheathing is covered in what is called house wrap. This keeps moisture from coming into the house, as well as moisture escaping.

1. Plumbing
   Electrical
2. Telephone

Tubes and ducts are installed before wires. You do this because it's easier to run wires around pipes than vice versa.

1. Humid Vehicles and Cars
   Human Vaccines and Catheters
2. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

You got that right, didn't you? HVAC is an important component to any home. A series of ducts will be installed.

1. Complete
   In Phase Two
2. Dried in

Once the roof is applied, the house is considered dried in. This is when an electrician can begin to install wires, lights, etc.

1. Rough framing
   Plumbing
2. Electrical
   All of the above

These things will comprise inspections 2, 3 and 4. The inspector will check to make sure you're in line with building codes.

1. After you've moved in
   Just as soon as the walls go up
2. After HVAC and electrical inspection

Once the house is built and things are installed, you can go ahead and seal it with insulation. This is important for the comfort and energy efficiency​ of your home.

1. Fiberglass
   Cellulose
2. Foam
   All of the above

These are all forms of insulation. Which material you chose is going to depend upon what your weather is like, and where you live.

1. The solid construction of walls
   Insulation
2. Covering the seams of your boards

This covers the seams on your walls. Drywall can also be textured if you so choose. Exterior finish is done around the time that you're finished with drywall.

1. When you pour the foundation
   After the first inspection
2. At the end

People like to pour the driveway towards the end so that it doesn't get damaged. Heavy equipment can ruin a driveway.

1. A certificate of occupancy
   A medal
2. A hug

Once you pass the final inspection, you receive a certificate of occupancy. Be sure to frame that!

1. Its history, dating centuries back
   Its general mood
2. Its water drainage

By understanding how water moves on the site, you can prepare for drainage. Knowing how to properly drain the land should be accomplished before laying a foundation.

1. No, it's overrated
   Only if you live in Hawaii
2. Yes!

Yes, you absolutely want to get construction insurance. There are three types you'll need: course construction insurance, general liability insurance and workman's comp.

1. Septic tank permit
   Electrical permit
2. Plumbing permit
   All of the above

You'll need all these permits and many more! You'll also need an HVAC permit and perhaps an impact permit.

1. Electro Carbon Boombox
   Estimated Cost Breakdown
2. Entro-Carbonated Billow

The Estimated Cost Breakdown is essential when building a home. This breaks down the total cost of construction, including foundation, lumber, heating, painting​, etc.

1. Someone who clears the land and preps it
   Someone who works on-site
2. Someone who works part time on the site

Site workers prep the land for laying the foundation. This can be helpful when you don't have time to do it yourself.

1. Framers
   Flooring installers
2. Bricklayers

Bricklayers are actually responsible for laying the foundation. You definitely want to make sure that you have a good team for this.

1. Your wife
   Your kids
2. A structural engineer

A structural engineer is responsible for determining how thick your foundation is. They take into consideration the height and load of the proposed structure.

1. On-site construction food
   Things used to create ceilings
2. Items to set building lines

These are the items that are used to create building lines. You want to use a building level to make sure these lines are square.

1. Slab-on-grade
   Beam/joist
2. Both

Both of these comprise the two most common floor types. They are slab-on-grade and pier and beam/joist.

1. Toilet water
   Drinkable water
2. Cooling water

Potable water is drinking water. You'll need to make sure that pipes for potable water are installed in your home. It's pretty crucial.

1. No!
   Only in New England
2. Yes

Yes, you can build a mini house in your backyard but you'll need permission from your local council. Then you can build a mini-house!

1. Technically, yes
   It's illegal
2. It's not humanly possible

Actually, you can build your own home, but it's going to take a serious amount of time. It's best to hire professionals to help.

1. Stilts
   Deep piles in the bedrock
2. Excavate the site and use clean fill
   All of the above

These are all methods of giving more support to your home when the land isn't good. But it's best to start with good land.