Standard Features

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Standard Exterior Features

Andersen 100 Series single hung windows with Low-E glass and slim line hardware
30 Year Landmark Architectural roof shingles over a synthetic underlayment
Maintenance-free overlap vinyl siding
12” maintenance free vinyl overhang and aluminum fascia and vinyl ventilated soffits
Continuous (seamless) aluminum gutters w/down spouts
Maintenance-free aluminum wrapped garage door frame and gables
Maintenance-free vinyl shutters
Maintenance-free vinyl porch railing
Insulated six-panel fiberglass entry door
Vinyl backed polystyrene insulated overhead door with opener
Front door handle set hardware with deadbolt
Deadbolts on all exterior doors
Vinyl gable vent(s) per plan
Two exterior weatherproof electrical outlets – GFI protected
Two exterior hose bib connections
Poured concrete walks and patio
Complete landscape package including trees, shrubs, mulch, seeded yard, and splash blocks
All walls framed with 2 x 4 construction 16” on center
Structural OSB sheathing on exterior walls
Insulated slab on a grade foundation system
20’ wide concrete driveway with private walks
Concrete patio (10’ x 12’) or covered patio per plan

Standard Interior Features

Six-panel interior doors and trim professionally painted – sprayed not brushed
Two coats (one primer & one top coat) of Sherwin Williams SuperPaint on walls
Sherwin Willliams ProMar semi-gloss applied to all wood trim and six-panel doors
Textured and painted ceilings throughout living space
Double shelf over laundry area
Fiberglass one-piece tub/shower unit
Laminate kitchen countertop & vanity tops – your choice of color from our selections
Custom cabinets in kitchen and bathrooms
1/4” Plate glass mirror over each vanity
GFI protected outlets in baths, kitchens, and garage
White electrical outlets, switches, and cover plates
Door chime with lighted button
Smoke detector in each bedroom and hallway wired to electrical circuitry with battery backup
Stainless steel 8" double bowl kitchen sink
Dishwasher
Garbage Disposal
Range exhaust hood
Exhaust fan in each bathroom vented to outside
GFI outlets and porcelain overhead lights in the garage
Two TV jacks in great room and one in each bedroom and two phone outlets in your location of choice
Closet Concepts installed in pantry, linen, and closets
7/16”, 6 lb. rebond carpet pad under 25-ounce stain-resistant textured cut carpeting – LVP flooring with many colors/designs to choose from
Gas and electricity ran to both dryer and range locations
Moen faucets for kitchens and bathrooms with matching towel bars and toilet paper holders
Icemaker outlet box for easy connection to your icemaker
Decorative interior and exterior light packages
Cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) tubing water supply system
One coach light or recessed light at each exterior door
Mechanical closet w / bi-fold doors in the garage
22” Fire-rated attic stairs with 3 sheets of OSB
Pre-plumbed and wired for future water softener
200 AMP electrical service panel
Full 10 years insured structural warranty transferable to subsequent homeowners

Energy Efficiency Features

Energy Star Partner
LED lighting throughout the home will reduce energy costs for lighting by 80%
95% high-efficiency gas furnace with 4” media filter
14 SEER Air conditioner
Programmable thermostat
Insulated foundation system
Minimum R-38 insulation in all living space ceilings and R-23 in garage
Fiberglass friction batt insulation in exterior walls – Total “R” value in walls equals R-13
Electric 50-gallon hot water heater
Outside air induction on furnace
Roof & soffit vents for maximum airflow through the attic
Moisture infiltration barrier on exterior walls
Caulked and sealed drywall penetrations and sill plates

Other Features

Upgrade Features

Anderson dual pane low “E’ wood windows
Stone, Brick, and/or Shape Selections for exterior
Continuous ridge vent
Direct vent gas fireplace with ceramic tile or brick hearth and surrounding area
Decorative faucet fixtures and towel bars in various finishes
Stained doors and stained woodwork throughout
Various cabinet styles, finishes, and accessories
One-piece composite sink and vanity top
One-piece 5’ walk-in shower
Ceramic shower
Rounded drywall corners
Upgrade interior and exterior light packages
Ceiling fans in various finishes
Upgrade flooring packages
Ceramic and hardwood flooring options
Decorative front door upgrades
HVAC air filter systems
Spray foam insulation in exterior walls
Upgrade kitchen appliances and washer and dryer
Grab bars in the bath
Structured Wiring
Whole House Audio
Security System

Customer Service Features

Over 60 years of building experience
Financing – carry construction costs with one time closing upon completion of home
Set of plans including site, floor plan, elevation, and electrical
Turnkey project with no hidden fees completed by the builder including building permits, tap fees, plot plan, and house staking, temporary electric pole, rough grading, exterior concrete, connection to city utilities, final grade, seeding and straw, and interior and exterior clean-up
In house design Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) Department
Pre-construction meeting with CAD Designer and Sales consultant verifying all selections
Preclosing new home orientation
Full-time Customer Service Department with 24- hour emergency numbers
‘Referral Fee’ which pays you $500 when you refer a friend or family member who builds with Ideal
Discounted pricing on many, many items at Lowe's Pro Services through Ideal’s builder program.

Structural Options

Customized floor plans
Gable and hip roof options
3rd car garage option
Window seat option
Various ceiling options
Covered porch, 3 season room, and sunroom options
Insulated crawl space foundation
Custom basement foundations

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