SPRING 2024 HOUSE SPECIFICATIONS / FINISHES BLD HOMES

STRUCTURE

• Bungalows have 9’ main floor ceilings and 9’ basement ceilings with exception of I beam (per plan).

• 2-Stories have 9’ main floor ceilings, 9’ basement ceilings with exception of I beam, 8’ top floor ceilings (per plan).

• 8”x 20” poured concrete footings.

• Low-maintenance, airtight, energy-efficient, high wind, fire, earthquake, moisture, pest and sound resistant Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) foundation with rebar. 

• Waterproofing membrane (Resisto) on exterior foundation walls. 

• Poured 5” thick reinforced concrete garage floor with trowel finish and saw cut.

• Poured 4” thick concrete basement floor with 2.5″ foam insulation below.

• Fully dry-walled basement exterior walls.

• Walkout basement (per plan).

• Kiln dried 2”x6” studs at 16” centres on external walls including garage.  

• Kiln dried 2”x6” studs and 2”x4” studs on internal walls (per plan).

• Quality pre-engineered floor joist system. 

• 3/4” Edge Gold T&G subfloor, screwed, sanded and glued.

• 4” diameter perimeter drainage system with clear stone coverage.

• Prefabricated roof trusses at 24” centres.

• 7/16” roof sheathing with “H” clips.

• 6 ml polyethylene vapour barrier.

• Ice and watershield on vulnerable areas of the roof; along eaves and valleys.

• Attached, 3 car garage.

• with R16 insulated steel sectional garage doors. Includes WiFi enabled, battery backed up, ultra-quiet, ceiling space saving wall mount, garage door opener with 2 remotes, exterior garage door keypad, automatic deadbolts, safety sensors and real-time alerts. 

INSULATION

• • R-60 blown insulation in attic.

  • Expandable foam injection around the windows and exterior doors. 

  • R-20 insulation with R-5 Isoclad insulation board exterior wall with ½” gypsum drywall.

  • R-22 spray foam insulation in floor joist cavities complete with fireproof paint coating.

  • Completely poly sealed ceiling with sealed wiring holes.

  • R-31 spray foam at porch where living space is above. 

EXTERIOR

• Combination of stone, Cement Fiber Siding and/or Cement Fiber Shakes on front elevation (depending on model).

• Cement Fiber Board siding and trim on sides and back.

• Quality manufactured, maintenance-free, aluminum soffits and aluminum fascia complete with aluminum drip edge.

• High quality, professional eavestroughing.

• Exterior columns, trims and/or posts and in vinyl (PVC), fiberglass, aluminum, cement fiber board or wood (per plan).

• 2 hose bibs (garage and rear of house). 

• Reinforced concrete front porch.

• Oversized, covered/half covered, pressure treated rear deck with black metal spindles (dimensions and design per plan).

• Moisture shedding layer of crushed gravel with weed resistant, landscape fabric below deck.

• Owens Corning, TruDefinition Duration Asphalt shingles with SureNail® technology, Triple Layer Protection and exceptional wind resistance. 

• Insulated exterior metal door with weather-stripping, interior wood jamb and transom (per plan). 

• Glazed panel in front entry door or sidelight (per plan).

• Coded front entrance grip-set with deadbolt.

• Solar Shield double or triple-pane/glazed windows with 2+ panes of Low-E glass, 2+ air spaces of argon gas and ratings of U 0.223, 1.27 USI, and 0.265 SHGC (per plan).

• Low E/Argon EnergyStar® rated, thermo sealed, sliding patio door, complete with sliding screen (per plan).

• EnergyStar® rated PVC basement casement windows, caulked on exterior. 

• Exterior water protected GFCI outlets.

• Concrete parging of exposed ICF.

• Anti pest intrusion strips along bottom of siding.

LANDSCAPING

• Compacted gravel driveway.

• Graded area to have topsoil and hydroseeding.

• Walkway featuring stone interlock pavers in front entrance and rear (per plan).

• Front entrance garden bed (per plan).

• Lot graded to approved grading plan.

• Rear, 10’x10’ paving stone landing area (per plan).

• Lot trees are removed/kept as per plan (all other tree removal/tree planting is the responsibility of the homeowner).

FINISHING DETAILS

• R16 insulated steel sectional garage doors with automatic deadbolts, and safety sensors.

• Battery backed up, ultra-quiet, ceiling space saving garage door lift wall mounts.

• WiFi enabled garage door opener with 2 remotes and real-time phone alerts. 

• Exterior garage door opener keypad.

• Commercial cabinets and quartz/granite countertop with sink in laundry room (per plan).

• Closets with shelves and/or coat rods depending on function (entry, linen, pantry, per plan).

• Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) flooring throughout that’s low maintenance, waterproof, moisture, stain, and scratch resistant, eco-friendly and stylish, with comfortable, sound absorbing, thermal insulating cork backing.

• Floor registers. 

• Large trim (baseboard, window and door casings).

• Upgraded 8′ interior doors on main floor.

• High quality interior door hardware, including privacy sets for bathrooms.

• Door stoppers for every door. 

• Non-stippled (smooth) ceilings.

• Window wells with clear stone for basement windows (per plan).

• Window screens for every operating window.

• Extensive architectural features, including vaulted ceilings, tray ceilings and transom windows (per plan).

• Enamel painted basement concrete floor.

• Upgraded, rot and insect resistant, pressure-treated wood, garage landing.

• Upgraded high quality interior paint.

• Vinyl clad window jambs and sills on main floor and second floor.

• Professional designer chosen selections.

• Professionally designed walk-in closet (per plan).

• Drywall, prime ready, semi-finished basement with walkout (per plan). 

• Custom handrail (per plan).

• Main floor stair rail with spindles and/or half/full wall (per plan). 

• Basement handrail.

• White melamine shelving in all closets.

• All main floor and top floor drywall is taped with three coats of joint compound, sanded and painted.

• All basement drywall taped with three coats of joint compound, sanded and paint ready.

• Steel basement beams supported on the steel teleposts.

• Partially drywalled garage for common wall and ceiling.

• Partially drywalled garage to tape coat and gas sealing caulk applied.

• Garage floor and driveway sloped for drainage.

• Linen closet with shelving (per plan).

• Extra linen closets throughout (per plan).

• Steel return air grilles. 

• Master bedroom and deck ceiling fan (per plan).

• One solar driveway light post. 

ELECTRICAL FINISHING

• Rough in for permanent, automatic, Generac home backup generator that runs on propane during power outages (generator sold separately, per plan). 

• 200 Amp electrical breaker panel with copper wiring.

• Exterior soffit LED pot lights. 

• Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors on all floors as per code.

• Ceiling light fixtures and/or LED pot lights included in all areas including dining.

• Basement electrical outlets in exterior walls per code.

• 50-amp 240-volt line in garage for heater and/or electric vehicle charging.

• Decora light switches and plugs.

• Front doorbell and chime.

• Wall outlet above fireplace for TV (per plan).

• Pre-wired for 2 cable television outlets (per plan).

• Seasonal soffit receptacle plug and switch (holiday lights).

• Coach light at side and rear entrance door (per plan).

• Multiple electrical outlets in garage (per plan).

• All wiring in accordance with Electrical Safety Authority standards.

• Bell and Rogers Fibre internet service wire ready to the home.

KITCHEN

• Range hood fan (style/design per plan).

• Comfort height kitchen island with quartz countertop and front overhang featuring an electrical outlet and bonus storage (size per plan).

• Stainless steel under mount kitchen sink with pull down faucet (per plan).

• Tiled kitchen backsplash.

• Under cabinet valance lighting (LED).

• Custom cabinetry with taller 36” upper cabinets with valance and crown moulding (per plan). 

• Pots and pans drawers (per plan).

• Spice rack and utensils drawer (per plan).

• Soft close cabinets and drawers throughout.

• Double, pull-out kitchen waste bin drawer (per plan).

• Built in fridge opening.

• Water line to fridge opening with shut-off valve.

• Matching cabinet toe kick moulding in kitchen.

• Kitchen exhaust fan vented to exterior.

• Dedicated, heavy duty receptacle outlet for stove, fridge and dishwasher.

BATHROOMS

• Alcove tub shower bath in main bathroom.

• Vanities with sink and mirrors in all bathrooms.

• Shower with glass doors/panels in the ensuite bathroom, tiled shower walls, acrylic shower base or fully tiled shower floor (per plan).

• Standalone, acrylic soaker tub in the ensuite bathroom (per plan).

• Comfort air diffuser exhaust fans vented to exterior in all bathrooms.

• Soft close cabinets and drawers throughout (per plan).

• Matching cabinet toe kick moulding in bathrooms.

• Schluter ®KERDI waterproofing membrane and vapor-retarder installed on ceramic shower walls.

• Water efficient, smart height, soft close, dual flush, elongated toilet with lined insulated tank.

• Pressure balance valves for all showers.

• Quartz/granite countertops with custom vanity in all bathrooms (per plan).

• Ground fault interrupter protection in all bathrooms and powder rooms (per plan).

• Each shower has a ceiling light. 

• Towel bars and/or towel rings and paper holders in all bathrooms (per plan).

• Reinforcement for future grab bars in showers (per plan).

• Schluter ®KERDI shower prefabricated sloped shower trays with integrated ®KERDI waterproofing for tiled shower floors.

MECHANICAL/PLUMBING SYSTEMS

• 100’ deep private lined well. 

• Gas line for BBQ on the deck.

• Air source heat pump.

• Sustainable, eco-friendly lifetime and space saving Ecoflo, advanced treatment, septic system with a 100% renewable coconut filter and convenient filter access.

• Sink in laundry room (per plan).

• PEX water lines.

INCLUSIONS

• One-year Tarion backed builder’s warranty covering defects in material and workmanship.

• Two-year Tarion backed extended builder’s warranty covering water penetration, mechanical and electrical systems and exterior cladding.

• Seven-year Tarion backed builder’s warranty covering major structural defects.

• Subgrade inspection and compaction reports completed by Geotechnical Engineer, as part of Building Permit inspections. 

• Site plan provided.

• Complimentary HVAC tutorial with technician post move-in.

• Complimentary consultation with warranty expert and PDI (Pre-Delivery Inspection) walk through.

• Inspections by Municipal Chief Building Official throughout the house construction, from start up to and including Occupancy Inspection. 

• All homes are individually tested and certified to be EnergyStar® by an accredited Energy Conservation Consultant. 

• Professional construction clean of interior and exterior prior to move in.  

CONDITIONS