Frequently Asked Questions

CAD files are DWG files from the AutoCAD program in which the house plan is created, and are importable into professional CAD software programs. Purchasing the CAD files will allow your builder or engineer to make changes to the house plan. PDF files are viewable without special software and can be sent to your local printer to have hard copies of the blueprints made to distribute to your subcontractors, engineers, and permitting department.

The plans/designs displayed on this website are intended to assist you in purchasing the right plan and are not to be used as design ideas for others from which to work. All home plans are copyright protected just like movies and songs. These federal laws exist to protect the intellectual property of the original designer. The copyright protection covers the design of the home as well as the plan itself. Either the builder or the home buyer MUST purchase the design if they wish to legally build that home or make any changes to the design. Penalties for violating a copyright can be severe.

Many customers choose to personalize a house plan to better fit their needs, lot, or location. Plan modifications are available and can range from simple adjustments to more involved changes.

To request a modification quote, you can mark up the form on the plan page on the website or print the floor plan, mark up your requested changes, and email a copy to info@weberdesigngroup.com. Please include your name, contact information, and the city and state where you plan to build. We typically respond within one business day with pricing information or follow-up questions, if needed.

Plan modifications are prepared by qualified design professionals based on your requested changes. Weber Design Group focuses on providing stock house plans and coordinating modification requests, and does not provide architectural or engineering services related to modifications.

You may also choose to work directly with a local architect or design professional after purchasing a plan. In those cases, the professional performing the changes is responsible for the modified drawings.

Please note that any changes made to a house plan are considered derivative works under U.S. copyright law. Weber Design Group retains the copyright to the original plan and any derivatives, and all use is governed by the terms of the plan’s license agreement.

When you order a Construction Set for a selected house plan, the following documents are included: Elevations Drawn at 1/8″ to 1/4″ = 1′-0″ Scale,and Includes: Material Labels Floor-to-Floor Heights Roof Slope Indicators Floor Plans Drawn at 1/8″ to 1/4″ = 1′-0″ Scale, and Includes: Door and Window Sizes Completely Dimensioned Floor Plan| Room Labels and Interior Room Sizes Electrical Layouts Building Section Markers All Electrical Outlets, Fixtures, and Switching *Slab Plan Drawn at 1/8″ to 1/4″ = 1′-0″ Scale, and Includes: Floor and Deck Joist Size and Spacing Rough-in Plumbing Location (if applicable) Mechanical Equipment Locations (if applicable) Electrical Locations (if applicable) Roof Design Plan Drawn at 1/8″ to 1/4″ = 1′-0″scale, and Includes: All Beam and Header Heights and Locations All Hips, Gables, Ridges, and Valleys Building Section Markers

Weber Design Group does not provide study sets.

Upon receipt of your order and payment, we will send you a license agreement form. Once the signed agreement is returned, your plan files will be emailed to you within 24 business hours.

Not all of our plans are available but many are. Please check the individual plan for availability.

Because our house plans are copyrighted they cannot be returned for credit or refund under any circumstances. We recommend you consult with your local builder and determine what you will need to build the home and to meet local building codes. Please make sure of your order before placing it. It is VERY important that you check the dimensions of your lot or land before selecting a home plan.

No. Whether you purchase a reproducible set or a CAD file, you can only build the plan one time. If you are planning to build the home multiple times, you need to purchase a reproducible set or CAD file along with a multiple use license. Please contact us for details.

Unfortunately for privacy reasons, we cannot provide you with addresses of plans already built.

HVAC system information regarding the location of units, what types of units are used, and the duct layout are determined by the local building codes and your preference of heating and cooling systems. Also, we don’t know which direction the water flow will enter your home. Determining the location and the type of these systems you install in your new home is something you would discuss with your local builder or local subcontractors. They should be able to provide you with the necessary information based on what your local building codes will allow. Electrical schematics (suggested fixture, outlet, switch, etc. locations) is typically included.

Yes. This is a common change, the pricing is listed on each house plan page.

Some cities and states require that a licensed architect or engineer review and seal plans prior to construction due to concerns over energy costs, safety, and other factors. We recommend that prior to application for a building permit, or the start of construction, that you consult with your local building official who can tell you if certification is required.

Area square footage may be calculated in different ways, but generally, it is calculated from the exterior walls, beams, and floors. Square footages shown on plans should be broken down into LIVING AREA, which includes all areas that are air-conditioned and TOTAL AREA, which includes garage, covered entries, porches, lanai’s, basements, and storage areas.

Sorry, but no. In addition to the home plans that you order, you will also need a site plan that shows where the home is going to be located on the lot. Your builder or contractor can usually help you with this. You may also need a septic system design unless your lot is served by a sanitary sewer system. Some counties also have energy codes that have to be followed. This normally involves filling out a form proving compliance. There are some areas of the country that have very strict engineering codes. Examples of this would be earthquake-prone areas of California or hurricane risk areas along the Gulf Coast. If you are building in the type of area, it is possible that you will need to hire a local engineer to analyze the home design and provide additional drawings and calculations required by your building department. If you aren’t sure, local building code departments always have a handout they will give you listing all of the things you need to submit an application for a building permit.

Mechanical diagrams are not included. They are not needed for typical construction and vary drastically among regions/countries depending on local codes.

CAD files are DWG files from the AutoCAD program in which the house plan is created, and are importable into professional CAD software programs. Purchasing the CAD files will allow your builder or engineer to make changes to the house plan. PDF files are viewable without special software and can be sent to your local printer to have hard copies of the blueprints made to distribute to your subcontractors, engineers, and permitting department.

No, nothing is wrong with the files. In order to view the AutoCAD files, you need to have the Architectural Desktop program. Just like if you were trying to open a Photoshop file you would need to have Photoshop installed on your computer. The CAD files are necessary for other professionals to use. The complimentary PDF files we give you, you can open on your own computer or send to a local print shop to have printed.