Marmon Builders presents some of the finest quality construction in Tuscany Ridge

For Enduring Value:

  • Reinforced, poured concrete basement
  • Double perimeter drain tile with submersible sump pump
  • Steel beams and columns
  • All crushed stone/rock fill under garage and porch concrete slabs
  • Foundation walls with footings around all front porches.
  • A structural floor system with 2×12 floor joist, 16″ on center
  • Second floors on 2-story homes have engineered floor system
  • All wall studs place 16″on center with 2×4 and 2×6 wall studs
  • Plastered walls and ceilings
  • 30 year architectural shingles
  • Aluminum gutters, overhangs, and downspouts
  • Vinyl insulated windows with tilt features
  • Egress window in basement
  • Two freeze proof hose faucets
  • Pre-designed landscape packages per plan
  • Shut-off valves placed on all water supply lines to individual fixtures

For Energy Savings:

Insulaton:

  • R-38 fiberglass ceiling insulation over all conditioned living spaces
  • Exterior wall surrounding conditioned areas insulated with $-13 fiberglass batt insulation
  • All exterior walls have air and water infiltration barrier, a weatherization membrane that provides a protective layer under the home’s siding and over the sheathing
  • R-13 floor joist perimeter insulation
  • Sill sealer installed between top of foundation wall and treated wood plate
  • Special attention is given to placing fiberglass insulation around windows and exterior doors

Windows/Doors/Sealants:

  • Tilt-in windows are maintenance-free vinyl with insulated glass
  • Cultured marble window sills
  • Vinyl sliding patio door
  • Exterior doors including door to garage are insulated metal-clad units with adjustable thresholds
  • Insulated glass sidelight at front door according to plan
  • All necessary exterior joints (including around windows and doors) are caulked
  • Attic space ventilated by ridge vent and eave type vented system

For Quality Equipment:

  • 50 gallon hot water tanks
  • High-efficiency to 90% furnace systems
  • 12 seer air conditioning units
  • Energy efficient dishwasher, microwave and range
  • Cat-5 phone network, 4 locations, 4 cable jack locations
  • Carbon monoxide detectors as indicated
  • 200 amp electrical service