Specifications

Floors

• Open web floor joists every 16 in.
• Glued and nailed laminated LVL perimeter
• Metal support posts in the basement
• 5/8-in. tongue and groove plywood glued and screwed to joists

Outside walls

• 9 7/8 in. thick to ensure a total R-value of 41.43*
• Colonial-style vinyl siding
• 1 x 3 in. strapping, allowing outside air to circulate
• Weather barrier
• 3/8-in. plywood
• 2 x 6 in. studs 16 in. on centre
• Fiberglass insulation providing an R-value of 24
• 1 ½ inches insulation panels composed of a closed cell polyisocyanurate (polyiso) foam core, faced with laminate foil
• 1 x 3 in. strapping, allowing inside air to circulate and reflect heat.
• 1/2-in. screwed gypsum panels

Ceiling and roof

• Insulation ensuring a total R-value of 62.92*
• 1/2-in. screwed gypsum panels
• Continuous aluminum vapour barrier with sealed joints
• 3/8-in. plywood for superior strength
• Approved roof trusses
• Fiberglass insulation installed in two steps (R31 + R31)*
• 1/2-in. plywood on the roof
• Type 3D asphalt shingles
• Soffit and fascia (gutters not included)
• Maximum roof ventilators

Electricity

• Superior insulation of electrical sockets
• Electrical copper wiring
• 200 amp electrical panel (Install on site by others)
• Electrical outlet for ceiling lights in bedrooms
• Outdoor lights
• Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
• Electrical mast supplied and installed in factory
• Light above the sink (kitchen) with independent switch
• Light in the bathroom with independent switch
• Range hood that evacuates air outside
• Air exchanger with heat recovery (installed only with electric heat)
• In-factory verification of the electrical system and of each circuit

Plumbing

• Wide selection of faucets at the hardware store
• Hot and cold water pipes up to joist level
• Washing machine taps (optional)
• Additional vent for future basement appliances
• Toilet
• One-piece acrylic tub
• Pressure-balanced faucets
• Stainless steel kitchen sink
• ABS plastic drain up to joist level
• In-factory verification of plumbing system

Finishing touches

• Custom bathroom vanities
• Custom kitchen cabinets
• Wide selection of interior doors
• PVC windows
• Triple-glazed thermos Low-E argon
• Low-E argon patio door
• Edges of windows and doors sealed with polyurethane foam
• Steel exterior door with vinyl frame