Turnkey Shell Services
We build the shell. You build the home.
Instead of managing multiple shell trades independently, builders work with CLS to coordinate a defined shell package under one production strategy.
The sequence
From framing through dry-in.
CLS coordinates the contracted shell scope so there are fewer scheduling gaps between trades.
- 01Framing
- 02Trusses
- 03Sheathing
- 04Housewrap
- 05Windows & Doors
- 06Roofing
- 07Siding
- 08Dry-In
Foundation and concrete services are coordinated through strategic partners where included in project scope.
Why builders choose a shell package
Less management. Clear accountability.
01
One subcontractor
CLS coordinates the contracted shell package instead of you managing framing, roofing, siding and windows separately.
02
Labor + materials
Shell packages can combine construction labor with coordinated material supply where applicable.
03
One schedule
Trades and materials are sequenced before each house reaches each stage — built for faster cycle times.
04
Defined handoff
You know exactly when CLS is finished: shell complete and dry-in, ready for plumbing, electrical and HVAC.
05
Scalable
Built around standardized plans, takeoffs, material packages and schedules — from 10 homes to 500+.
06
Jobsite services
Jobsite cleaning, trash removal and pressure washing available to keep sites production-ready.
Included shell services
What's in the package.
- Framing
- Siding
- Windows
- Exterior doors
- Roofing
- Housewrap
- Material sourcing & coordination
- Complete building shells
Foundation and concrete services are available through strategic partners — CLS does not perform concrete and foundation work directly. The GC or builder remains the permit holder and overall contractor. Exact scope is defined per project.
What is Build-to-Rent?
Rental living, built at neighborhood scale.
Build-to-Rent communities consist of purpose-built rental homes, townhomes and similar residential properties — developed and held by investors and developers who rent them long term rather than sell them.
Neighborhood-style living
Unlike traditional apartments, BTR homes may offer private garages, storage, individual yards and neighborhood-style living.
Who develops it
BTR developers and investment groups build entire communities of single-family rentals and rental townhomes — and need reliable, continuous production.
Why CLS fits
A single company coordinating multiple stages of building-shell construction — from framing labor to a comprehensive shell package, based on the developer's needs.
What BTR operators need
Scale without the management load.
01
Production consistency
Standardized plans, takeoffs and crews produce repeatable results unit after unit.
02
Scale for large communities
Production systems built to support high unit counts across an entire community.
03
Continuous schedules
Sequenced crews and materials keep phases moving without idle gaps.
04
Field supervision
Experienced field managers provide daily oversight and communication.
05
Material & trade coordination
Lumber, truss and shell trades coordinated under one production plan.
06
Central accountability
One shell partner responsible for the contracted scope through dry-in.
Program partner
Build-to-Rent Atlanta
Learn about the Build-to-Rent Atlanta program and meet CLS at BTR Summit Atlanta.
Take the shell off your plate.
Share your plans, unit count and schedule. Our team will follow up to talk scope.