Througout the House

Termite Protections, varied options and levels:

· Longest lasting chemical soil treatment under foundation

· Steel mesh termite barriers at pipe penetrations and perimeter

· Borate- or copper-treated wood products and foam insulation products used throughout outer building envelope

· Penetrating borate sprayed on bottom 2 ft. of untreated interior wood walls, ends of ceiling joists

· Copper azole-treated deck framing and rails

· Non-metallic pressure-treated wood decking – eco-friendly

· Foundation min. 8 in. above grade

Moisture Controls, varied options used:

· Housewrap drainage plane installed shingle fashion

· Drainage space between housewrap and cladding

· Gasketed flashing panels or boots sealing each wall & roof penetration, shingle-fashion, with housewrap or roofing felt

· Window, door sill and corner flashing

· Window and door head flashing

· Weep screeds or holes at base of exterior wall claddings

· Decay-resistant materials

· Moisture barriers between foundation and framing (to prevent wicking up to wood)

· Exterior water vapor retarders</p>

· No vinyl wallpaper (breathable interior wall treatments)

Paperless drywall – flood-, termite- & mold-damage-resistant

Plumbing

· PEX flexible piping

- Fewer joints, fewer leaks, resistant to freeze breakage

- Manifold layout provides faster hot water, saves energy

· PEX fire sprinkler system – lower cost

· PEX radiant floor heating system in master bath – efficiently warms cold tile in winter, radiant-heat comfort

· On-demand hot water recirculating system

- fast hot water, cuts water waste

- activated by motion sensor in bathrooms, push button in kitchen

Advanced Wiring and Automation

· Structured wiring for data, voice, video throughout house

Multi-cable with Cat 5, coaxial and fiber optics to “future-proof” home wiring, fast data, wide broadband

control center can be upgraded (closet under stairs)

-security – video surveillance, intercom

safety & convenience – programmed lighting controls

wireless internet throughout house

home theater surround sound, music to BR & porches

Universal Design features:

· clearances for wheelchair access, 5-ft. turning radius in kitchen and bathrooms

· lower switches, higher outlets, offset controls for easy reach

· multiple counter heights, knee space, toe space, removable cabinets