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Specifications
Our packages do not include foundations or any sub-trades, however one of our representatives may be able to arrange for you such trades as are needed. 
A custom design service is available in shop to help you create the plans of your dreams within your budget. Ask us about our many options to customize your package.
Canadian Specifications
MAIN, SECOND & LOFT FLOORS
  • Engineered "I" joists (joist spacing & depth varies depending on spans).
  • 1 1/8" OSB Sheeting on ends of joists.
  • Appropriate floor blocking.
  • 3/4" T & G standard fir plywood.
EXTERIOR WALLS
  • 2 x 6 kiln dried spruce #2 btr. 16" o.c.
  • 7/16" oriented strand board for horizontal exterior finishes.
  • Vertical finish includes horizontal 2x4 blocking @ 24" o.c.
  • Walls built in sections for quick and easy assembly.
INTERIOR WALLS
  • 2 x 4 kiln dried spruce #2 btr. 16" o.c.
  • All necessary backing installed for kitchen cabinets, vanities, paper holders (handicap backing if desired)
  • Walls built in sections for quick and easy assembly.
ROOF
  • Engineered roof trusses ( 24" o.c.), to suit your locale or engineered "I" Joists and Glulam beams for vaulted ceilings. (some plans show our versatility in using both systems) 
  • 1/2" standard spruce roof sheeting.
  • 30 year fiberglass shingles c/w class "A" fire rating 
CEDAR CEILING LINER IN VAULTED AREAS
  • 1 x 4 select tight knot "V" joint cedar.
  • Graded at 100% quality (where dotted beam lines are shown on plans)
STAIRS TO LOFT OR SECOND FLR.
  • 2 X 12 kiln dried spruce #2 btr. stringers c/w 1" plywood treads and ½" plywood risers, all glued and nailed.
EXTERIOR FINISH (CEDAR) #101 - #114
  • 1 x 6 - channel cedar siding or 1 x 8 - bevel cedar siding.
  • 1 x 6 - "V" joint cedar soffits (every third one drilled and screened for venting).
  • 1 x 10 and 1 x 8 - cedar fascia and barge board.
  • House wrap (moisture barrier between finish and sheeting)
  • Aluminum flashings for cedar, windows and doors. 
EXTERIOR FINISH (VINYL SIDING) #115 TO #121
  • "Concord" vinyl siding c/w appropriate trims and flashings
  • House wrap (moisture barrier between finish and sheeting)
    Vented aluminum soffits.
  • 1 x 6 cedar fascia and barge board.
EXTERIOR FINISH FOR #122 TO #126
  • These plans show the versatility of our product using stucco exterior finishes. We are not able of course to supply this finish, therefore our package price reflects this omission.
WINDOWS FOR ALL EXTERIOR FINISHES
  • Double glazed white vinyl sliders c/w low "E" and argon gas ("R" value of 3.23)
    Clear pine interior liners. 
  • Sturdy aluminum screen frames have a baked enamel finish
  • 10 year warranty on all sealed units.
ENTRY DOORS FOR ALL EXTERIOR FINISHES
  • Metal clad exterior jamb and clear pine interior liners.
  • Insulated embossed metal doors (front entry door style as shown on plans - all other doors are six panel embossed doors)
  • Front entry carries a Weiser, Augusta, "Brilliance" finish passage and deadbolt, all other doors carry a Weiser, Huntington, "Brilliance" finish passage and deadbolt. 
SLIDING GLASS DOORS FOR ALL EXTERIOR FINISHES
  • Extruded high impact resistant PVC in a high gloss white.
  • Fusion welded corners with a multi-chamber design for maximum strength and insulating value.
  • All sliding glass doors have twin sealed safety glass c/w low "E" and argon gas.
  • "Finseal" and compression weatherstripping.
  • White screens c/w bug seal. 
GARAGE DOORS (CLOPAY 4050)
  • Long life, virtually maintenance free and high dent resistance.
  • Quiet operation, with the look of wood and the strength of steel.
  • ½ hp chain drive opener c/w one transmitter
  • Insulation with an "R" value of 10 is chemically bonded to the steel surface.
  • Made of the finest corrosion-resistant materials.
BLUEPRINTS
  • Eight complete sets along with detailed erection plans and procedures.

American Specifications
MAIN, SECOND & LOFT FLOORS
  • Engineered "I" joists (joist spacing & depth varies depending on spans).
  • 1 1/8" OSB Sheeting on ends of joists.- Appropriate floor blocking.
  • 3/4" T & G standard fir plywood.
EXTERIOR WALLS
  • 2 x 6 kiln dried spruce #2 btr. 16" o.c.
  • 7/16" oriented strand board for horizontal exterior finishes.
  • Vertical finish includes horizontal 2x4 blocking @ 24" o.c.
  • Walls built in sections for quick and easy assembly.
INTERIOR WALLS
  • 2 x 4 kiln dried spruce #2 btr. 16" o.c.
  • All necessary backing installed for kitchen cabinets, vanities, paper holders (handicap backing if desired)
  • Walls built in sections for quick and easy assembly.
ROOF
  • Engineered roof trusses ( 24" o.c.), to suit your locale or engineered "I" Joists and Glulam beams for vaulted ceilings. (some plans show our versatility in using both systems) 
  • 5/8" standard fir roof sheeting.
  • 50 year fiberglass shingles c/w class "A" fire rating 
CEDAR CEILING LINER IN VAULTED AREAS
  • 1 x 4 select tight knot "V" joint cedar.
  • Graded at 100% quality (where dotted beam lines are shown on plans)
STAIRS TO LOFT OR SECOND FLR.
  • 2 X 12 kiln dried spruce #2 btr. stringers c/w 1" plywood treads and ½" plywood risers, all glued and nailed.
EXTERIOR FINISH (CEDAR) #101 - #114
  • 1 x 6 - channel cedar siding or 1 x 8 - bevel cedar siding.
  • 1 x 6 - "V" joint cedar soffits (every third one drilled and screened for venting).
  • 1 x 10 and 1 x 8 - cedar fascia and barge board.
  • House wrap (moisture barrier between finish and sheeting)
  • Aluminum flashings for cedar, windows and doors. 
EXTERIOR FINISH (VINYL SIDING) #115 TO #121
  • "Concord" vinyl siding c/w appropriate trims and flashings
  • House wrap (moisture barrier between finish and sheeting)
  • Vented aluminum soffits.
  • 1 x 6 cedar fascia and barge board.
EXTERIOR FINISH FOR #122 TO #126
  • These plans show the versatility of our product using stucco exterior finishes. We are not able of course to supply this finish, therefore our package price reflects this omission.
WINDOWS FOR ALL EXTERIOR FINISHES
  • Double glazed white vinyl sliders c/w low "E" and argon gas ("R" value of 3.23)
    Clear pine interior liners. 
  • Sturdy aluminum screen frames have a baked enamel finish
  • 10 year warranty on all sealed units.
ENTRY DOORS FOR ALL EXTERIOR FINISHES
  • Metal clad exterior jamb and clear pine interior liners.
  • Insulated embossed metal doors (front entry door style as shown on plans - all other doors are six panel embossed doors)
  • Front entry carries a Weiser, Augusta, "Brilliance" finish passage and deadbolt, all other doors carry a Weiser, Huntington, "Brilliance" finish passage and deadbolt.
SLIDING GLASS DOORS FOR ALL EXTERIOR FINISHES
  • Extruded high impact resistant PVC in a high gloss white.
  • Fusion welded corners with a multi-chamber design for maximum strength and insulating value.
  • All sliding glass doors have twin sealed safety glass c/w low "E" and argon gas.
  • "Finseal" and compression weatherstripping.
  • White screens c/w bug seal. 
GARAGE DOORS (CLOPAY 4050)
  • Long life, virtually maintenance free and high dent resistance.
  • Quiet operation, with the look of wood and the strength of steel.
  • ½ hp chain drive opener c/w one transmitter
  • Insulation with an "R" value of 10 is chemically bonded to the steel surface.
  • Made of the finest corrosion-resistant materials.
BLUEPRINTS
  • Eight complete sets along with detailed erection plans and procedures.