Century Commons has come alive with buildings in various shades of blue, green, and gray.

“With the exteriors being painted, it just feels more like a real community,” said site superintendent Gerard Hoogeboom. “These are homes now, not just houses.”

Gerard added that he’s heard “nothing but rave reviews” from homebuyers about the vibrant and welcoming paint palette.

One homebuyer wrote on social media, “I love the color of our new house–it brings tears to my eyes.”

Progress inside and out

Interior painting for all homes is on track to finish by mid-June. The next big tasks will be MEP: mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.

HVAC crews are working to get all of the heating and cooling units set up and fully operable. And we’re hoping to get all of the toilets, sinks and water heaters installed, too.

Volunteer power: A steady force on site

Our incredible Core volunteer crew continues to show up and make an impact! They’re helping us get each home through a detailed “punch list” process.

Assistant Site Superintendent Geo McGuire helps guide both new and returning volunteers through these tasks, with wonderful whiteboard illustrations.

As Geo explains, this is all about making a house truly move-in ready:

“Punch items are final touch-ups, typically cosmetic updates, to ‘punch out’ a unit before we begin homeowner inspections. This can include:

• spackling holes
• patching/texturing drywall
• filling nail and screw holes
• caulking around pipes or trim
• priming and painting any surface defects or forgotten areas.”

Geo’s top tip: “Carrying a bag or bucket with everything you need saves time and ensures you have everything on hand to do the job right.”

Thank you to everyone who’s helped build this community!

With every closet rod, coat of paint, and volunteer hour, we’re getting closer to welcoming families home.