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This document provides a detailed breakdown of the costs and labor involved in building a home. The author, Ian Schwandt, shares his personal experience of self-building a high-performance home and discusses the various phases of construction, including sitework, foundation and concrete, rough framing, insulation, HVAC, electrical and plumbing, interior finishes, and project management. Schwandt emphasizes the significance of sweat equity and the personal satisfaction that comes from building one's own home. He concludes by expressing his willingness to undertake the project again, despite the challenges and sacrifices involved. [Extracted from the article] |