What Homeowners Get Wrong Before They Build (And How to Avoid Costly Mistakes)

In this episode of From Dirt to Doorknobs, we sit down with Sean Canning of Ten Seventy Architecture to break down what homeowners often misunderstand before a project starts, and how that leads to stress, delays, and budget surprises.

Sean shares practical insight on how to make better decisions early in the process, including choosing the right approach for your project, understanding why builds often cost more than expected, and why clear guidance from the start matters. We also talk about how ADUs have evolved into a bigger property strategy, why utility coordination can impact timelines, and what homeowners should know about permitting and city-by-city differences.

We also get into the importance of early design alignment and why a well-coordinated design-to-build process can create a smoother experience from concept to construction.

If you are planning a build, remodel, or ADU, this episode will help you set better expectations and avoid common mistakes before construction begins.
Topics covered: design-build process, ADUs, permitting timelines, utility coordination, project planning, homeowner education, and cost expectations.
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