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Standard Features

At Lemel Homes, it is important to us that your home is built to help you control and maintain a comfortable and healthy interior environment.

Toward that goal all Lemel Homes are now Energy Star certified and built with a Focus on Green. A highlight of these features are listed below.

  • Full coverage foundation insulation to minimize heat loss through the basement walls.
  • 1” Super Tuff-R insulated wall sheathing by Dow with an R rating of 6.5 per inch -
    one of the highest in the industry.
  • 3” closed cell insulation at exterior perimeter of all floor joists.
  • 2x6 exterior walls with Green Guard certified insulation to protect the air quality as
    well as the insulation value of your exterior walls.
  • Dupont Tyvek house wrap and perimeters of all exterior windows and doors taped to
    maximize the performance of the windows and the 2x6 wall.
  • A blower test conducted by an Energy Star representative to certify the energy
    performance of your new home.
  • All windows are Low-e and argon insulated glass.
  • A 2 stage 95% AFUE energy efficient furnace along with a 13 seer air conditioner.
  • Power vented hot water heater.
  • Direct vent gas fireplace for added energy efficiency performance and comfort.
  • Sealed and power vented sump crocks to minimize radon infiltration & dehumidify basement.
  • Carbon monoxide detectors on all floors with bedrooms.
  • Range hood and bath fans vented to the outside for improved air quality and reduced
    humidity levels with a 100 CFM bath fan wired to a central humidistat. Timers control
    all bath fans.
  • Mold resistant drywall in bathrooms.
  • Low Flow plumbing fixtures by Kohler.
  • All penetrations into attic are sealed.
  • Seal all bottom plates to floor framing.
  • Seal with closed cell insulation at top of foundation to treated sill plate.
  • Recycle construction materials whenever possible.

We start with a solid foundation:

  • Eight-foot height, steel reinforced, solid concrete foundation
  • Insulated 1” Styro-full height
  • Vinyl insulated basement windows
  • Shrink control joints in basement walls and floors
  • $1,000 backfill and grading allowance

High energy and structural features

  • 2” x 6”, 16” on center exterior house walls
  • Kiln dried lumber, grade #2 or better
  • 3/4” premium sub floor, glued, nailed and then screwed to floor joists
    before finished floor installation
  • 30-year, dimensional shingle roof
  • 1” Dow-Super Tuff-R R6.5 wall sheathing
  • R-19 fiberglass batt in exterior walls with 4 mill
    vapor barrier
  • R-50 flat ceilings, R-30 or R-38 in cathedral
  • Clad Low E and argon gas filled insulated windows and
    patio doors
  • Continuous ridge vent on roof
  • “Distinction” fiberglass insulated front entry door, which
    can be stained or painted
  • Steel sandwich type 2” insulated (R10) carriage style garage
    door with decorative windows
  • Dupont Tyvek Housewrap
  • Closed cell insulation at joist perimeter
  • Siding - P. F. Hardi at 6” lap exposure, P. F. Miratec Trim
    with 1 coat of paint

To further increase your comfort, air quality and safety:

  • Rheem RGRM Classic® 95 Plus® High Efficiency Upflow Gas
    Furnace with dual comfort control & extended labor
    warranty
  • Balancing dampers on all main supply runs
  • High and low return air vents
  • 4” “Simplex” media filter
  • Rheem 13 Seer rated air conditioner
  • Electronic programmable setback thermostat
  • 1-100 CFM bath fan programmed to a humidistat
  • Smoke detectors
  • Carbon monoxide detectors on all floors having bedrooms
  • Storm doors included
  • Quiet Broan S-80-V bath fans with timers

Plumbing:

  • Kohler brand plumbing fixtures throughout (except showers)
  • Standard Kohler colors included
  • Forté Faucets in brushed chrome
  • 3’ x 4’ Aquarius shower module with molded seat
  • Standard shower door
  • Copper waterlines with stop valves at each fixture
  • Front and rear frost-proof hose bibs
  • Garbage disposal and dishwasher installation
  • Water line for icemaker
  • Gas or electric to range and dryer

Electric:

  • 200 amp service
  • Exterior waterproof outlets, front and rear of home
  • Three phone jacks
  • Recess lights per model
  • Opener with 2 transmitters for garage door
  • Generous light fixture allowance

Interior details:

  • Custom stained oak raised panel cabinets throughout
  • Solid oak 2-1/4” casing and 3-1/4” base depending on model
  • 6-panel pine doors
  • Oak handrail, newel post and balusters
  • Allowance for vinyl and underlay of $30 per yard
  • Schlage Flair lever style locksets
  • Mirrors over all vanities
  • Lennox - Elite EDV 4035 Direct Vent gas fireplace
  • Generous fireplace facing allowance per model
  • Hardwood floors per plan
  • Carpet allowance of $24/yd.

Additional services:

  • Free plan drafting and revisions
  • No surcharge for changes during construction
  • Guaranteed price contract
  • Professional Selection Coordinator
  • Site meeting and home placement assistance
  • Construction job-site cleanup
  • Final cleanup prior to occupancy
  • We even wash your windows!
  • Interior and Exterior painting (2 interior colors) and
    staining included