Step-by-Step: What Happens After You Book with Sturdy Groups

Your Journey from Booking to Dream Home

Congratulations on deciding to build your home! Whether you're in Shivamogga (Shimoga), Davanagere (Davangere), or Bangalore, this guide walks you through exactly what happens after you book with Sturdy Groups.

We believe in complete transparency — no surprises, no hidden steps.

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Table of Contents

1. Day 1: Booking Confirmation
2. Week 1-2: Design Phase
3. Week 2-3: Site Work
4. Week 3-4: Detailed Design
5. Month 2: Agreement & Construction Start
6. The Refund Policy
7. The Standalone Floor Plan Option

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Day 1: Booking Confirmation

What you pay: Rs. 50,000 What you receive immediately:

• Booking confirmation on WhatsApp and email
• Your dedicated project coordinator's contact
• Timeline overview document

What we do behind the scenes:

• Assign an architect to your project
• Schedule site survey within the first week
• Begin understanding your requirements from the lead form data

Your booking is fully refundable within 7 days — no questions asked.

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Week 1-2: Design Phase

Your Architect Reaches Out (Within 48 Hours)

Our architect contacts you to discuss:

• Number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and halls
• Kitchen preferences (modular or platform)
• Vastu requirements (if any)
• Special rooms (pooja room, office, store)
• Parking requirements
• Budget considerations

2D Floor Plan Delivery (7-10 Days)

You receive your first floor plan draft with:

• Room-by-room layout
• Dimensions marked
• Door and window positions
• Staircase placement (for multi-floor)

Revision rounds: Up to 3 rounds of changes included. Most families finalize within 2 rounds.

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Week 2-3: Site Work

Site Survey

Our team visits your plot to document:

• Exact plot dimensions
• Existing structures (if any)
• Road access points
• Water and electricity connections
• Neighboring buildings and setback requirements
• Drainage and slope analysis

City-specific notes:

• Shivamogga: We check for drainage patterns important during monsoon
• Davanagere: We identify soil type early (black cotton soil is common)
• Bangalore: BBMP/BDA setback requirements verified

Soil Testing

A professional geotechnical test determines:

• Soil bearing capacity
• Water table depth
• Foundation type recommendation
• Special treatment needed (if any)

Why this matters:

• Shivamogga: Red laterite soil generally good, but waterproofing critical
• Davanagere: Black cotton soil may need deeper foundations
• Bangalore: Varies by area — some zones need pile foundations

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Week 3-4: Detailed Design

After your 2D plan is approved:

3D Elevation (Exterior Design)

• Front view, side view, and aerial view
• Material finishes visualized
• Color scheme options
• Gate and compound wall design

Structural Design

• RCC (Reinforced Cement Concrete) design
• Foundation drawings based on soil test
• Column and beam layout
• Slab design
• Engineer-certified structural drawings

Quotation Preparation

• Room-by-room cost breakdown
• Material specification sheet (exact brands)
• Payment schedule with milestones
• Timeline with start and completion dates
• What's included and excluded (clearly listed)

Your detailed quotation is sent via both email and WhatsApp for easy reference.

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Month 2: Agreement & Construction Start

Finalizing the Deal

• Review quotation with our consultant
• Negotiate package upgrades/downgrades if needed
• Review and sign the construction agreement
• First milestone payment (2% of project value)

Construction Begins

• Site preparation starts within 2-4 weeks of agreement
• Foundation work begins based on structural drawings
• You receive weekly WhatsApp updates with photos
• Monthly in-person review at site or office

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The Refund Policy

We keep it simple and fair:

| Scenario | Refund | |----------|--------| | Cancel within 7 days | Full Rs. 50,000 refunded | | Cancel before any work starts | Full Rs. 50,000 refunded | | Cancel after floor plan delivery | Rs. 50,000 minus Rs. 15,000-25,000 (plan cost) | | Cancel after survey + soil test | Rs. 50,000 minus all completed service costs |

Key point: All completed deliverables (plans, reports) are yours to keep forever, regardless of cancellation.

Learn more about our booking process and refund policy.

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The Standalone Floor Plan Option

Not ready for full construction? No problem.

PlanMyPlot is our architecture-only service:

| Package | Price | Deliverables | |---------|-------|-------------| | 2D Floor Plan Only | Rs. 15,000 - 25,000 | Floor plan + room layout | | 2D + 3D Elevation | Rs. 25,000 - 45,000 | Floor plan + 3D exterior views | | Complete Architecture | Rs. 45,000 - 75,000 | 2D + 3D + structural + working drawings |

The best part: All architecture fees are refundable if you upgrade to Sturdy Groups construction within 6 months.

Explore PlanMyPlot Architecture Services.

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What Our Customers Say

"I was nervous about the Rs. 50,000, but Sturdy Groups made it completely transparent. The 2D plan came within 10 days and we were so happy with it!" — Customer, Shivamogga

"The soil test actually saved us money. They found the right foundation type for our black cotton soil in Davanagere." — Customer, Davanagere

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Ready to Start?

Planning to build in Shivamogga (Shimoga) or Davanagere (Davangere)? Get a free personalized estimate from our local team.

Get Free Estimate | Call: 080-4736-1818 | Visit Our Office

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Written by Sukruth Harish, CEO at Sturdy Groups | 8+ Years in Karnataka Construction