BUILDING SPECIFICATIONS

Foundation | Framing | Roofing | Siding | Windows | Doors | Insulation |
Int. Trim | Flooring | Plumbing | Heat & A/C | Electric | Kitchen | Bathroom | Life/Safety | Exterior | Options

Foundation:

• Poured concrete walls 8” thick with full basement
• Exterior perimeter drains to help insure dry basement
• Anchor bolts spaced 6’ on center to tie foundation to frame
• Basement floors will be 4” min. of 3000 lb. concrete
• Garage floors will be 4” min. 3000 lb. concrete with fiber mesh for additional strength and durability
• Poly-vapor barrier under basement floor to help reduce dampness
• Exterior walls will be damp proofed below grade to help prevent moisture wicking

Framing Exterior:

• Exterior walls 2”x 6” construction 16”o.c.with house wrap
• Pressure treated sill with gasket to help control air infiltration
• Engineered trussed roof system
• Exterior decks are pressure treated framing with mahogany decking

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Framing Interior:

• 2 ”x 4” walls 16”o.c. with ½” drywall
• Tub floors constructed with ¾” tongue and groove Advantech includes a manufacturer's warranty against delaminating and swelling
• Standard ceiling height is 8’ with cathedrals is some areas as per plan

Roofing:

• Ice and water shield at all eaves and valleys to protect against ice damming and water infiltration
• 5/8” tongue and groove Advantech roof sheathing
• Continuous soffit to maintain adequate air flow to help prevent ice damming and dry rot
• IKO 30 year architectural shingles
• Continuous Cobra ridge shingle vent to help prolong roof life.  It also helps prevent entry of rain, snow, dust and insects.

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Siding:

• Maintenance-free vinyl siding
• Maintenance-free vinyl shutters for front windows
• Full coverage aluminum wrap for exterior trim for a truly maintenance-free exterior

Windows:

• Vinyl double hung windows from Kohltech for energy conscious consumers.  Standard LoE insulated glass and a silicone foam super spacer that dramatically reduces heat loss.  These windows also reduce infiltration of UV rays that can fade fabrics.
• Kohltech windows come with the grills between the glass and tilt-in for easy cleaning and a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty

Doors:

• ThermaTru insulated metal front entrance door
• All interior and exterior door knobs are Schlage flair handle
• Interior doors are colonial 6 panel smooth molded with three brass hinges
• Insulted steel door at bulkhead
• Kohltech exterior slider doors are reinforced at the sash for greater durability and have positive interlock for less air infiltration
• Garage doors are insulated pre-finished metal for durability and beauty and include an electric opener with two remotes

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Insulation:

• Exterior walls R-19 fiberglass batts with vapor barrier
• Basement ceiling R-19 fiberglass batts
• Attic R-38 fiberglass blown in for full coverage
• Common wall R-11 fiberglass batts

Interior Trim and Finish:

• Casings are 3 ½” Stafford for all doors and windows painted two coats of semi-gloss latex white Benjamin Moore paint
• Baseboards are 5 ½” speed base painted two coats of semi-gloss latex white Benjamin Moore
• Two piece crown molding in den
• Walls painted egg shell latex White Dove from Benjamin Moore
• Ceilings will be textured and painted ceiling white
• Closets have coated white wire shelving and hanging rods
• Walk in closet in master bedroom

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Flooring:

• Shaw wall-to-wall carpet is made with 100% nylon.  It is soil and stain resistant and comes with a 10 year quality assurance warranty
• Congoleum vinyl floors are easy to care for and will provide many years of satisfaction.  This flooring comes with mildew protection and is satin-gloss, no-wax.  It is backed by a 5 year warranty.
• 3” pre-finished Brazilian Cherry flooring

Plumbing:

• Delta chrome washerless faucets are backed by a lifetime warranty
• Two exterior frost-free sillcocks are installed; one in front and one in back
• Kohler Rodelle lavatories with Delta wide set faucet
• Kohler elongated bowl toilets
• Kohler double bowl stainless steel kitchen sink with Delta single lever faucet.  Kohler sinks are among the finest you can choose for your home.
• Lasco easy to clean white fiberglass tubs and shower units are 5 times stronger than standard fiberglass products.  With its honeycomb reinforcement (pound for pound honeycomb reinforcement is the strongest structure known to man) these tubs and shower units come with a 5 year warranty.  5’ shower in master bathroom with an obscured glass door.
• Washing machine recessed connection box provided for laundry areas
• Direct vent energy efficient gas 40 gallon hot water heater

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Heating and Air Conditioning:

• Gas fired forced hot air system with Lennox 90+ direct vent high efficiency furnace
• Central air conditioning with Lennox coil and condenser
• Programmable thermostat
• Gas fireplace with plaster mantel in living room

Electrical:

• Lighting package includes exterior lighting at all entranceways, over bathroom mirrors, and all recessed lighting
• Four electronic smoke detectors with battery backup
• Pre-wired for three phone and three cable outlets standard  with your choice of location based on your needs and lifestyle
• Door bell at front entrance
• All electrical outlets meet or exceed local building codes
• Exterior GFI outlets installed at the front and rear entrance doors
• 200 amp underground service
• Paddle fan in terrace room

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Kitchen:

• Appliance package from GE includes smooth top electric self-cleaning range, dishwasher, and micro-wave above range.  All appliances are warranted for one full year all parts and labor
• Kitchen cabinets are Legacy maple with raised panel doors
• Kitchen counter tops are square edged plastic laminate with colors from builder’s selection

Bathrooms:

• Vanities are Legacy maple with raised panel doors
• Beveled edge vanity mirrors above all sinks
• Vanity counter tops are square edged plastic laminate with colors from builder’s selection

Life/Safety:

• Entire building is protected by a residential fire sprinkler system for your safety and peace of mind

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Exterior:

• Landscape planting in front of homes
• Granite front steps
• Paved side walk
• Paved driveway

Options:

• Granite counter tops in kitchen
• Upgrades available in all flooring choices
• Upgrade in master bedroom closet shelving system
• Heating system humidifier
• Heating system Air Bear air filter
• Glass Tub/Shower door in the guest bathroom
• Central Vacuum system
• General Electric appliance up-grades
• Larson full view storm & screen door
• Den door may be changed to a 6 panel door for added privacy
• Choose from light or dark stained maple cabinets
• Choose bright brass or up-grade to satin chrome lever door handles
• Add more TV or Telephone jacks
• Choose gas or electric range

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