ENERGY SAVING FEATURES √ All homes ENERGY STAR® Certified
√ Low E Thermal pane glass in vinyl windows
√ Job installed weather-stripping on all exterior wood doors
√ Poly foam sealed doors, windows and all exterior penetrations
√ Foam caulking of all sole plates and holes through top plates
√ R-13 fiberglass batt insulation in all exterior frame walls
√ R-21 5 1/2” “high density” fiberglass insulation in sloped ceilings
√ R-38 fiberglass (blown-in) insulation in all flat ceilings (attic)
√ Radiant Barrier roof decking
QUALITY CONSTRUCTION FEATURES
√ 30 year composition shingles
√ Second floor 3/4” tongue & groove sub-flooring that is glued, nailed and screwed down for quiet and smooth floor surfaces.
√ 10-year homebuyer protection plan
√ 2 year mechanical warranty
√ 1 year comprehensive warranty
√ Full time customer service professional on-site
√ Full time customer service coordinator
√ 3rd party form board, foundation and frame inspections
EXTERIOR FEATURES
√ Stained Cedar garage doors by Overhead Door®
√ 1/2 HP garage door openers
√ Dramatic steep-pitched roof lines
√ Cast iron mailbox
√ Full gutters
√ Aggregate driveway, lead walk and patios
√ Prestained 6’ Privacy fence surrounding backyard with 2 gates and wrought iron returns in the front yard.
√ Buff Mortar
KITCHEN FEATURES
√ Kitchen Aid Architect® Series II stainless steel appliance package
√ Built in oven and microwave
√ Decorative gourmet wood vent hood
√ Ceramic tile backsplash
√ Granite countertops throughout kitchen with stainless steel undermount kitchen sink
√ 42” Custom site finished raised panel Oak cabinets with hidden hinges
√ Cabinets include fluted corners, raised end panels and crown moulding
√ Moen® Aberdeen “Designer” stainless steel kitchen faucet
√ Under cabinet florescent lighting
MASTER BATH FEATURES
√ Oversized Jetta® acrylic tub with ceramic tile surround and deck
√ Separate glass-enclosed shower with tile surround
√ Moen® bronze plumbing fixtures
√ Ceramic tile flooring
√ Spacious walk-in closets (per plan)
√ His and Hers granite vanities with under mounted vitreous china bowls
INTERIOR FEATURES
√ Ceramic tile flooring in kitchen/nook, utility, pantry & wet areas
√ Fireplace with cultured cast stone mantle, legs and chase (perplan)
√ Durable stain-resistant carpeting with 7/16” 7 lb pad and 5-year limited warranty
√ 5 1/2” base boards downstairs
√ Decorative bronze egg knob hardware on interior doors
√ Spacious closets and abundant storage areas (per plan)
√ All bedrooms pre-wired and blocked for ceiling fans
√ Generous shelving with metal rods in closets
√ Elegant art niches (per plan)
√ Site finished handscraped nail down hardwood floors in entry
√ Custom trim package with oversized base and door trim
√ Double Stage crown moldings in three rooms
√ Single Stage crown moldings in two rooms
√ Upper and lower cabinets in utility room (per plan)
√ Large pantry storage areas (per plan)
√ Two panel 8’ Roman Style doors downstairs
√ Two panel 6’8” Roman Style doors upstairs
√ Premier Series 8’ solid mahogany front door with elegant beveled glass design
√ Custom built stair system including oak starter step and stained handrail with wrought iron balusters
√ Rounded Sheetrock Corners
√ Garage walls and ceilings textured and painted
MASONRY AND FOUNDATION
√ Brick front porch
√ Post-tension slabs engineered per site
√ 4” cushion sand under 4” of 3000 lb. + concrete psi
√ Moisture barrier (4 mil poly) between sand and slab
WOOD AND FRAMING
√ Engineered “Silent Floor” joist system
√ Minimum 2”x4” kiln-dried studs on all frame walls/16” on center
√ Covered patios (per plan)
√ 2”x6” studs on all exterior walls 14’ or higher
√ Energy efficient thermal sheathing over exterior walls
√ Folding attic stairs for easy access to storage and HVAC filters
√ Full gutters
HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING
√ Honeywell programmable setback thermostats
√ Engineered & zoned HVAC systems with multiple air returns
√ Carrier high energy efficient heat and air engineered to give a 14.5 SEER rating with 4" media filter with MERV 10 rating
√ Natural gas heating units with electronic spark ignition
√ Filters in attic for ease of changing
√ Insulated mylar duct work
√ Primary and secondary condensation drainage
STRUCTURED WIRING
√ Prewire and trim for UStec Structured wiring system
√ Complete security prewire and trim for all exterior doors and windows
√ Family and media rooms prewired for 5.1 surround sound
√ 10 active phone connections
√ 4 active data connections
√ 8 active video connections
√ 4 active connections for internal video distribution
√ Satellite pre-wire
√ 4 port router
PLUMBING FEATURES
√ 2 - 50-gallon quick recovery gas water heater (per plan)
√ Uponor Pex Plumbing System
√ Moen® bronze plumbing fixtures in all baths
√ Gas lines at cook-top, fireplace, water heaters and furnace units
√ Utility room sink (per plan)
√ 2 outside hose bibs
√ Elongated toilets in all baths
√ 8” spread in master and powder baths
ELECTRICAL FEATURES
√ Recessed can lights in kitchen
√ Allowance for Lee Lighting’s showroom to choose light fixtures and ceiling fans
√ GFI plugs in all baths, garages and kitchen
√ Electrical outlets on all kitchen islands
√ Main switch disconnect on electrical breaker panels
√ Attic lights around all HVAC units
√ Copper wiring throughout
√ 2 exterior 110-volt covered weatherproof outlets on GFI circuit
√ Décor rocker switches
√ Smoke detectors
IN ADDITION, OUR HOMES CONTAIN
√ Yards fully sodded
√ Allowance and private consultation with Garden Design to personalize landscaping
√ Full yard irrigation system with (6) programmable zones
√ Cast stone address plate
√ Elegant exterior architectural designs
√ Prefinished furniture cabinet with granite top and drop-in bowl in powder bath
√ Choice of custom framed mirrors at master and powder bath
9/24/09