Best Practices
- Minimum of 10" poured wall foundation.
- Both interior and exterior drain tile tied into two sump pits both with back-up sump pumps.
- Poured concrete window wells in the basement for maximum light and finished to match exterior of the home
- Foundation waterproofing system with a 30 yr warranty.
- 3/4" CDX tongue and grove plywood floor sheathing, which is glued, nailed, and screwed to help eliminate squeaks.
- 5/8" CDS plywood roof sheathing to help prevent roof sag and increase overall strength.
- Custom built interior stair cases, manufactured in a controled shop environment for ultimate craftsmenship and to help prevent squeaky stairs.
- Kolbe and Kolbe windows and exterior doors are properly flashed, caulked, and taped to help prevent water leaks and air infiltration.
- Ice and Water Shield properly installed on the roof will help prevent leaks and rot.
- 12” minimum overhangs on all eaves and rakes to help prevent water infiltration.
- Custom wood exterior doors are finished with a marine varnish to prevent premature weathering.
- Custom wood overhead garage doors for a warm and welcoming appeal.
- Empty conduit chase from basement to attic to provide ease of running additional electric, phone, or cable as needed in the future.
- High recovery, high efficiency hot-water tank with direct vent.
- Extensive caulk and seal package coupled with insulation package to provide more thermal efficiency.
- Rebar and wire mesh in garage and exterior concrete to help prevent lateral and horizontal movement.
- Drywall is glued and screwed to help reduce cracks and nail pops.
- Furnace is 95% efficient saving you money on heating expenses.
- Hard surface finishes are adequately protected during construction to help prevent damage.
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