Things to put in new home construction thread ??? - TexasBowhunter.com Community Discussion Forums

huntingfanatic · 01-25-2021, 08:54 PM

There was a thread on here at one time for things to be sure to put in a new home being constructed. I cannot find that thread for the life of me. I’m sure I’m not searching right. Anyone know which one I’m talking about ???

Shane · 01-25-2021, 09:04 PM

This one?

https://discussions.texasbowhunter.c...d.php?t=546874

huntingfanatic · 01-25-2021, 09:24 PM

Yes sir......Thanks Shane. I’m just gonna blame my inability to find it on just being an old geezer !!

Shane · 01-25-2021, 10:35 PM

I had it subscribed

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Black Ice · 01-26-2021, 12:34 AM

You’re probably better off starting a new thread. Lots of stuff changes over 6 years.

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flywise · 01-26-2021, 06:18 AM

Mud room
Big covered porch

rtp · 01-26-2021, 07:14 AM

Hot water to at least one outside hose bib.

That thread served me well when I was planning my house build in 2017.

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GarGuy · 01-26-2021, 08:36 AM

Hidden safe

Mike D · 01-26-2021, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GarGuy

Hidden safe

Hidden safe room.

This is the ONLY thing I regret not doing on my recently built home.

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RascalArms · 01-26-2021, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rtp

Hot water to at least one outside hose bib.

That thread served me well when I was planning my house build in 2017.

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That was a big catch for me as well...as was as a drain in the floor of laundry room.

Mudslinger · 01-26-2021, 10:50 AM

Tankless hot water heater! Awesome! 9' ceilings! Tile or wood floors throughout especially if you have pets. Large enough walk in shower with 2 shower heads, talk about nice!

TreyRo · 01-26-2021, 11:55 AM

Following this one too. Hoping to start building in the next month.

tigerscowboy · 01-26-2021, 12:17 PM

Whole house surge protection, generator connections/transfer switch, security prewire, plumbing loop for softener, variable speed 18SEER HVAC or greater, split water heaters (one close to master bath and one close to kitchen), R-38 insulation in attic.

texsdr · 01-26-2021, 12:20 PM

Urinal in master bath!!!

Big pig · 01-26-2021, 02:20 PM

Generac. Big wash room/mud room away from living /sleeping area.
With broom closet and drain. Extra oven. Big pantry.

Stairs in garage up to attic.

mrc · 01-26-2021, 02:30 PM

Plumb it for propane, even if you don't use it now.

Dr. Evil · 01-26-2021, 02:40 PM

Recess in wall behind dryer for exhaust vent. So dryer isn’t 6” away from wall to make room for vent hose. Sits even with washer.

35remington · 01-26-2021, 02:42 PM

Some of y'all are SO BAD at reading.

RascalArms · 01-26-2021, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 35remington

Some of y'all are SO BAD at reading.

Nah....refer to post #5 👌

wes122984 · 01-26-2021, 03:31 PM

220v in garage for tools/future electric vehicles. Flooring in attics. Floor outlets, extra outlets anywhere you want them, recessed lighting, gas line out back, eave outlets w/ interior switch, tankless water, ceiling speakers to name a few.

35remington · 01-26-2021, 03:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RascalArms

Nah....refer to post #5 👌

You're totally right. We should definitely have the information in two different places. Walk-in coolers just aren't what they used to be!

Bigdaddy · 01-26-2021, 07:10 PM

Safe room for your family

Txtourist · 01-26-2021, 07:45 PM

CAT5 cables to all outside corners for cameras ( can be left coiled in soffits until ready to go).
LED lights outside around the house/garage with a 3 way switch with one switch in the master bedroom. Great for security, as well as loading and unloading in the dark.
How old will you be in this house? Can you age well here? 3-0’ doorways to master bed, bath and laundry. Curbless/roll in shower. Lots of backing in walls for grab bars, taxidermy, anything you, want to put on a wall.
Floor drain in laundry room If feasible.
I love having a large low sink in the garage with hot and cold water. I think it’s called a dog sink.
Natural gas or propane piped to patio.
Closet organizer not wire or shelf and rod.
Kitchen cabinets- servo drive trash and large drawers
No doors or pullouts behind doors .
One level kitchen island for more useful counter space for sausage making etc. Skip the pot filler for a giant single bowl stainless sink and a touch faucet.
USB outlets in the island, master bedroom at night stand height and office areas.
Insulation between floors.
I’m not a fan of ceilings over 9’ for heating and cooling, but I also love the look of lofts and vaulted ceilings.
Gear room with fan and lots of hang rods for clothes and gear. Makes a world of difference for keeping hunting and fishing gear in order and ready to go.
Kids are temporary, so nothing too specific to any phase of raising a family.
No more square feet than necessary, excluding garages and gear rooms. I see a lot of people payimg closing costs, realtors coming and going to downsize, versus right sizing and getting through raising a family, basically ending up in less home for more money.
Lots of garage lighting, outlets on separate circuits, 20 and 30 amp as well as 220v
Retractable extension cords ceiling mounted as well as an air hose that’s plumbed to a medium compressor.

Budman68 · 01-26-2021, 07:46 PM

Things I like that I added to my house.
5' x 5' safe room
Quads behind night stands
5' X 6' master shower with two heads/valves by opening
10' ceilings
Walk in Pantry with counters and plugs
Plugs in closet built ins
Mini split in master for extra air or heat
Things I wish I wouldn't have done.
Dark wood floors in the hill country.
Too small of sink in laundry
Broom closet in laundry

rut-ro · 01-26-2021, 07:47 PM

30x40 man cave with 20’ ceilings.

huntingfanatic · 01-26-2021, 08:09 PM

That’s a couple of times I’ve seen drain in laundry room ??? Purpose ??

35remington · 01-26-2021, 08:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by huntingfanatic

That’s a couple of times I’ve seen drain in laundry room ??? Purpose ??

85% of home intruder killings occur in the laundry room. Can you imagine how much nicer it is to clean up that mess when you have a drain?

Big pig · 01-26-2021, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 35remington

Some of y'all are SO BAD at reading.

I’m in a new custom house. Fresh vision of small fails and big wins.

Bigger closets. My fail.

Big pig · 01-26-2021, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Budman68

Things I like that I added to my house.
5' x 5' safe room
Quads behind night stands
5' X 6' master shower with two heads/valves by opening
10' ceilings
Walk in Pantry with counters and plugs
Plugs in closet built ins
Mini split in master for extra air or heat
Things I wish I wouldn't have done.
Dark wood floors in the hill country.
Too small of sink in laundry
Broom closet in laundry

Agreed with dark floors. Caliche dust sucks

Automatic pantry light I forgot.
Hand rail on big shower wall and toilet room ( think old people )
Floor plug in great room not counter-sunk enough

Huntindad · 01-26-2021, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by huntingfanatic

That’s a couple of times I’ve seen drain in laundry room ??? Purpose ??

I did this 20 years ago in our current home...purpose,

Water heater is there, water softner is there, Washer is there...

If any of those springs a leak or gusher, the water has a place to go(down the drain) as apposed to flooding the house.

TRF455 · 01-26-2021, 09:06 PM

A hard line from your main propane tank to where you will have your grill. So much easier than having to constantly refill small tanks.

jaspermac · 01-26-2021, 09:06 PM

We recessed the floor 1.5” and put in a drain not connected to the sewer system in our laundry room for possible floods

junkmanhunter · 01-27-2021, 08:02 AM

I'm about 75% through with my new home build.

I see a lot of great ideas and I added a few

I am on propane so i piped to outdoor kitchen

22kw backup generator wired to run entire house. Transfer switch has shedding capabilities so I can control what drops out if power load gets too much.

Garage ceiling plugs to hang retractable electric cord reels.

Hot water to outside faucet by garage

20x24 trophy room with 12' side walls and 21' peak walls.

12x12 storm room

Walk in showers with no step.

36" doors through out house ( plan ahead for possible wheelchair or walker access)

42" door coming from garage to house. You'll thank me later.

Electric plugs in eves for xmas lights

Wire for all smart home, data, cameras, alarm, stereo anything that you might need. Cheaper now than after house is built.

Tankless water heaters with manifold and circulating pump

Plugs in cabinet drawers in restrooms for hair dryers, curling irons and whatever else our wives can think of.

USB plugs anywhere you think you need it for charging

We did a big pantry with counter top for prepping, put pot filler in pantry too.

Stairs in garage to attic. 42" wide

Plenty of lighting and outlets in attic

I'm sure there are more, but that's a good start plus what everyone else has said.

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cbd10pt · 01-27-2021, 08:40 AM

Wall mount toilet.
Huge showers built with kerdi and no glass shower doors
Digital shower/tub valve
Tankless
4-6 car garage insulated with mini split ac

tmurray · 01-27-2021, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 35remington

85% of home intruder killings occur in the laundry room. Can you imagine how much nicer it is to clean up that mess when you have a drain?

This comment did not get the recognition it deserves, well done.

bowhuntercoach · 01-27-2021, 08:52 AM

Large, all masonry fireplace plumbed with a propane starter. We did this on our new home and it is awesome.

Dax Morgan · 01-27-2021, 11:37 AM

Put up plywood behind the drywall in any room you planning hanging mounts it nice not have to find studs , and you can hang your mounts anywhere you like. Dax

BigThicket Luke · 01-27-2021, 11:49 AM

3 tank stainless steel sand filter for rainwater collection. Good videos on YouTube about such things.

BowhunterB · 01-27-2021, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Huntindad

I did this 20 years ago in our current home...purpose,

Water heater is there, water softner is there, Washer is there...

If any of those springs a leak or gusher, the water has a place to go(down the drain) as apposed to flooding the house.

No water heater in house - that would be my plan. Just had one bust and talk about fun

BowhunterB · 01-27-2021, 12:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dax Morgan

Put up plywood behind the drywall in any room you planning hanging mounts it nice not have to find studs , and you can hang your mounts anywhere you like. Dax

Good idea

txheartshot · 01-27-2021, 12:04 PM

If you have young children, fart fans in their bedrooms for diaper changes. I regret not doing this after the last 5 years changing my little ones’ diapers.

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txhoghunter2 · 01-27-2021, 03:23 PM

We just finished building a few months ago. Love the switch in master for outside floods, found that idea right here on TBH!

huntingfanatic · 01-27-2021, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by txheartshot

If you have young children, fart fans in their bedrooms for diaper changes. I regret not doing this after the last 5 years changing my little ones’ diapers.

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Just a little late. Could have used that 5 kids ago

tigerscowboy · 01-31-2021, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dax Morgan

Put up plywood behind the drywall in any room you planning hanging mounts it nice not have to find studs , and you can hang your mounts anywhere you like. Dax

Prior to drywall, raid the trash pile and block the walls needed at $0 cost. Why give up another 1/2" of a room?

RascalArms · 02-02-2021, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tigerscowboy

Prior to drywall, raid the trash pile and block the walls needed at $0 cost. Why give up another 1/2" of a room?

Yep...did this in our build.

Acameron52 · 02-02-2021, 09:48 AM

Some good ones in here!! The walls start going up on mine today and I have def wrote some of these down from the last thread!

Bureau2 · 02-02-2021, 10:15 AM

Thanks for all the info. Interesting ideas... love the plywood idea!

TigerBob · 02-02-2021, 01:53 PM

My buddy has built-in dog kennels under his cabinets in the mud room/laundry room. I thought they were pretty cool. Was able to match cabinetry wood.

Lburleigh · 02-02-2021, 02:01 PM

Installed dog kennel under steps. Make use of all dead space.

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01-25-2021, 08:54 PM	#1
huntingfanatic Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springtown Hunt In: Parker County	Things to put in new home construction thread ??? There was a thread on here at one time for things to be sure to put in a new home being constructed. I cannot find that thread for the life of me. I’m sure I’m not searching right. Anyone know which one I’m talking about ???

01-26-2021, 07:45 PM	#23
Txtourist Six Point Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: Minneapolis, MN Hunt In: MN, SD,TX	CAT5 cables to all outside corners for cameras ( can be left coiled in soffits until ready to go). LED lights outside around the house/garage with a 3 way switch with one switch in the master bedroom. Great for security, as well as loading and unloading in the dark. How old will you be in this house? Can you age well here? 3-0’ doorways to master bed, bath and laundry. Curbless/roll in shower. Lots of backing in walls for grab bars, taxidermy, anything you, want to put on a wall. Floor drain in laundry room If feasible. I love having a large low sink in the garage with hot and cold water. I think it’s called a dog sink. Natural gas or propane piped to patio. Closet organizer not wire or shelf and rod. Kitchen cabinets- servo drive trash and large drawers No doors or pullouts behind doors . One level kitchen island for more useful counter space for sausage making etc. Skip the pot filler for a giant single bowl stainless sink and a touch faucet. USB outlets in the island, master bedroom at night stand height and office areas. Insulation between floors. I’m not a fan of ceilings over 9’ for heating and cooling, but I also love the look of lofts and vaulted ceilings. Gear room with fan and lots of hang rods for clothes and gear. Makes a world of difference for keeping hunting and fishing gear in order and ready to go. Kids are temporary, so nothing too specific to any phase of raising a family. No more square feet than necessary, excluding garages and gear rooms. I see a lot of people payimg closing costs, realtors coming and going to downsize, versus right sizing and getting through raising a family, basically ending up in less home for more money. Lots of garage lighting, outlets on separate circuits, 20 and 30 amp as well as 220v Retractable extension cords ceiling mounted as well as an air hose that’s plumbed to a medium compressor. Last edited by Txtourist; 01-26-2021 at 07:53 PM.

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01-25-2021, 09:04 PM	#2
Shane Pope & Young Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Abilene, TX Hunt In: Mismatched camo	This one? https://discussions.texasbowhunter.c...d.php?t=546874

01-25-2021, 09:24 PM	#3
huntingfanatic Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springtown Hunt In: Parker County	Yes sir......Thanks Shane. I’m just gonna blame my inability to find it on just being an old geezer !!

01-25-2021, 10:35 PM	#4
Shane Pope & Young Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Abilene, TX Hunt In: Mismatched camo	I had it subscribed Sent from my SM-G975U using Tapatalk

01-26-2021, 12:34 AM	#5
Black Ice Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Baton Rouge Hunt In: Jefferson & Brooks County	You’re probably better off starting a new thread. Lots of stuff changes over 6 years. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

01-26-2021, 06:18 AM	#6
flywise Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Tx Hunt In: Blanco, Nacadoches,NewMexico,Colorado	Mud room Big covered porch

01-26-2021, 07:14 AM	#7
rtp Pope & Young Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Fulshear, Texas Hunt In: open range	Hot water to at least one outside hose bib. That thread served me well when I was planning my house build in 2017. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

01-26-2021, 08:36 AM	#8
GarGuy Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2011	Hidden safe

01-26-2021, 10:50 AM	#11
Mudslinger Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Rogers TX Hunt In: Kent/Stonewall Counties, Limpopo South Africa	Tankless hot water heater! Awesome! 9' ceilings! Tile or wood floors throughout especially if you have pets. Large enough walk in shower with 2 shower heads, talk about nice!

01-26-2021, 11:55 AM	#12
TreyRo Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Brock Hunt In: Whitney	Following this one too. Hoping to start building in the next month.

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01-26-2021, 12:20 PM	#14
texsdr Eight Point Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Midland, TX Hunt In: Sanderson, TX	Urinal in master bath!!!

01-26-2021, 02:20 PM	#15
Big pig Pope & Young Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Blanket, TX Hunt In: Goliad and Brown Co.	Generac. Big wash room/mud room away from living /sleeping area. With broom closet and drain. Extra oven. Big pantry. Stairs in garage up to attic.

01-26-2021, 02:30 PM	#16
mrc Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Graham TX. Hunt In: Young and Jack	Plumb it for propane, even if you don't use it now.

01-26-2021, 02:40 PM	#17
Dr. Evil Ten Point Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Leon Springs, Tx Hunt In: Searching	Recess in wall behind dryer for exhaust vent. So dryer isn’t 6” away from wall to make room for vent hose. Sits even with washer.

01-26-2021, 02:42 PM	#18
35remington Pope & Young Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Texas Hunt In: mismatched camo	Some of y'all are SO BAD at reading.

01-26-2021, 03:31 PM	#20
wes122984 Pope & Young Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Plano, TX Hunt In: Coalgate & Atoka, OK	220v in garage for tools/future electric vehicles. Flooring in attics. Floor outlets, extra outlets anywhere you want them, recessed lighting, gas line out back, eave outlets w/ interior switch, tankless water, ceiling speakers to name a few.

01-26-2021, 07:10 PM	#22
Bigdaddy Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: TEXAS	Safe room for your family

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Budman68 Ten Point Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Blanco, TX Hunt In: Draw Hunts	Things I like that I added to my house. 5' x 5' safe room Quads behind night stands 5' X 6' master shower with two heads/valves by opening 10' ceilings Walk in Pantry with counters and plugs Plugs in closet built ins Mini split in master for extra air or heat Things I wish I wouldn't have done. Dark wood floors in the hill country. Too small of sink in laundry Broom closet in laundry

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rut-ro Pope & Young Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: Sugar Land Hunt In: Leon,Madison and Zavalla	30x40 man cave with 20’ ceilings.

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huntingfanatic Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Springtown Hunt In: Parker County	That’s a couple of times I’ve seen drain in laundry room ??? Purpose ??

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TRF455 Nubbin' Buck Join Date: Nov 2020	A hard line from your main propane tank to where you will have your grill. So much easier than having to constantly refill small tanks.

01-26-2021, 09:06 PM	#32
jaspermac Ten Point Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Jasper, TX Hunt In: Jasper/Doole	We recessed the floor 1.5” and put in a drain not connected to the sewer system in our laundry room for possible floods

01-27-2021, 08:02 AM	#33
junkmanhunter Pope & Young Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Tioga Hunt In: Santo / anywhere invited	I'm about 75% through with my new home build. I see a lot of great ideas and I added a few I am on propane so i piped to outdoor kitchen 22kw backup generator wired to run entire house. Transfer switch has shedding capabilities so I can control what drops out if power load gets too much. Garage ceiling plugs to hang retractable electric cord reels. Hot water to outside faucet by garage 20x24 trophy room with 12' side walls and 21' peak walls. 12x12 storm room Walk in showers with no step. 36" doors through out house ( plan ahead for possible wheelchair or walker access) 42" door coming from garage to house. You'll thank me later. Electric plugs in eves for xmas lights Wire for all smart home, data, cameras, alarm, stereo anything that you might need. Cheaper now than after house is built. Tankless water heaters with manifold and circulating pump Plugs in cabinet drawers in restrooms for hair dryers, curling irons and whatever else our wives can think of. USB plugs anywhere you think you need it for charging We did a big pantry with counter top for prepping, put pot filler in pantry too. Stairs in garage to attic. 42" wide Plenty of lighting and outlets in attic I'm sure there are more, but that's a good start plus what everyone else has said. Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk

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cbd10pt Ten Point Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: League city/ Marbella Hunt In: looking for new places	Wall mount toilet. Huge showers built with kerdi and no glass shower doors Digital shower/tub valve Tankless 4-6 car garage insulated with mini split ac

01-27-2021, 08:52 AM	#36
bowhuntercoach Eight Point Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Blanco, TX	Large, all masonry fireplace plumbed with a propane starter. We did this on our new home and it is awesome.

01-27-2021, 11:37 AM	#37
Dax Morgan Nubbin' Buck Join Date: Dec 2012	Put up plywood behind the drywall in any room you planning hanging mounts it nice not have to find studs , and you can hang your mounts anywhere you like. Dax

01-27-2021, 11:49 AM	#38
BigThicket Luke Four Point Join Date: Oct 2020	3 tank stainless steel sand filter for rainwater collection. Good videos on YouTube about such things.

01-27-2021, 12:04 PM	#41
txheartshot Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Needville, USA Hunt In: Webb & Gillespie counties	If you have young children, fart fans in their bedrooms for diaper changes. I regret not doing this after the last 5 years changing my little ones’ diapers. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

01-27-2021, 03:23 PM	#42
txhoghunter2 Eight Point Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Cooper, Tx Hunt In: Northeast TX	We just finished building a few months ago. Love the switch in master for outside floods, found that idea right here on TBH!

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Acameron52 Pope & Young Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Bridgeport Hunt In: Jacksboro & Coleman	Some good ones in here!! The walls start going up on mine today and I have def wrote some of these down from the last thread!