New Home Specifications

American Housing Bonus Features

  • Design Center and Showroom at your service!
  • Personal Color Selection Consultation at Design Center
  • Large selection of colors, textures, cabinets, floor coverings, to choose from!
  • Wide Variety of Optional Upgrades Available

Masonry

  • Block walls are 8" x 8" x 16" concrete blocks for durability
  • Continuous Concrete and Steel reinforced Lintel Tie-beam with 3000 psi Concrete creating a strong hurricane resistance exterior structure for you and your family
  • Hurricane Truss Anchor Straps are Permanently Set in Concrete Tie Beam per plans and code contributing to high wind protection

Roofing

  • 30 Year Manufacturers Warranty - Fungus Resistant Shingles for greater protection and durability
  • Designer Series Dimensional Shingles are Our Standard
  • Galvanized Metal Flashing and Pre-finished Aluminum Drip Edge for strength and durability
  • Roof Vents and Continuous Vented Soffit installed on all homes provides circulation contributing to energy effeiency

Stucco and Exterior Finishes

  • Textured Stucco on all exterior walls (not just front)
  • Textured Stucco on all Gable Ends - Per Elevation and Plan
  • Smooth Stucco Bands or Quoins - Per Elevation and Plan
  • White Aluminum Vented Soffits and Fascia for Easy Maintenance

Electrical

  • All copper wiring throughout house
  • Ceiling fan in Master Bedroom and Living Room
  • TV jack in Master Bedroom and Living Room
  • Smoke Detectors - per code in sleeping areas and adjacent halls for the safety of your family and your peace of mind
  • Electrical Pre-wire and Ceiling Outlet for Garage Door Opener for your convenience
  • Door Chimes for your convenience
  • Two Exterior Weatherproof Outlets
  • Pre-wire for 2 Telephone outlets
  • White Electrical Outlets & Switches
  • Recessed Lighting in Kitchen adds style and value
  • 200 Amp Service
  • And cable television

Drywall and Finishes

  • 1/2" Drywall on All Interior Walls
  • 1/2" Moisture Resistant board on all shower and tub walls
  • Orange Peel Finish on interior walls and porch ceilings for style and durability
  • Spanish Lace ceilings is standard and adds beauty to your homes interior

Paint

  • Choice of one exterior body color and one accent color that is mildew resistant for durability and easy maintenance
  • White interior walls and Semi-Gloss Trim
  • Interior walls have Prime and Finish coats in Flat Latex paint
  • Kitchen and Bathrooms Finished in Semi-Gloss Latex paint
  • Two coats Masonry Latex paint on Exterior Walls
  • Semi-Gloss Paint on Exterior Doors, Garage Door and Trim

Cabinets

  • Custom Cabinets with Mica Countertops Tops (many selections in Design Center)
  • Vinyl Interior (easy to keep clean) with Adjustable Shelves
  • Two Side Roller Guides on all drawers for ease of operation
  • Custom Pulls and Hidden Hinges on all cabinets

Appliances

  • Garbage Disposal
  • Kenmore Energy Efficient Dishwasher
  • Kenmore Electric Flat Surface Range
  • Ductless Range Hood

Design Center Showroom
Optional Packages and Upgrades Available

  • Security alarm systems, intercoms and home media centers
  • Tile, wood laminate, carpet and pad with optional upgrades
  • Fireplace - both wood burning and gas
  • Irrigation systems
  • Roofing upgrades and optional exterior roof gutter selections
  • Refrigerator, washer, dryer, microwave and much more
  • Shelving options
  • Swimming pools, spas and screen enclosures

Foundation and Slab

  • Steel Reinforced Concrete Footings with Concrete Block Foundation, to ensure a strong base
  • Slab sub-surface is Compacted fill per Code, to insure Stability
  • Full 3000 psi Concrete slab reinforced with Steel Wired Mesh or Fiber-mesh additives in Concrete to further enhance structural integrity and minimize concrete cracking
  • Garage and porches are stepped down a minimum of 4" from main living level for convenience and safety

Framing

  • Bora Care Termite Treatments safe for the environment and you family
  • Trusses are engineered for 24" on center construction for strength and protection
  • Interior walls are framed at 16" on center (instead of 24") for better strength
  • Load bearing walls are set at 16" on center and secured from bottom plate to double top plate contributing to overall integrity of your home
  • 4" Baked Enamel Aluminum Fascia and drip edge over a 2" x 4" sub fascia and continuous aluminum/vinyl soffit for durability and easy maintenance
  • OSB Roof Sheathing for strength and durability
  • Plant shelves - as applicable - per plan to enhance your home's interior
  • Sprinkler system

Windows and Screens

  • Premium, High Security, White, Aluminum Single-hung Windows for Maximum Security and durability
  • Fiberglass Screens, Included for all Operable Windows
  • Architectural styled front windows adds value to your home
  • Heating and Air Conditioning
  • 13 Seer Air Conditioner with Heat Pump provided for all homes for efficiency
  • Dryer Vent and Bath Fans Vented to outside for efficiency and good health
  • R-6 Insulated Supply and Return Lines add to energy efficiency

Plumbing

  • Steel Porcelain Bath Tubs with Oval Lavatories in standard white for ease of maintenance
  • Energy efficient Water Closets in standard white
  • Single Lever Faucets for convenience and style
  • Hand Spray on Kitchen Sink for easy cleaning
  • 40 Gallon Quick-Recovery Hot Water Heater for efficiency
  • Ice Maker Line to refrigerator location
  • Stainless Steel Double-Bowl Kitchen Sink for durability
  • Washer and Dryer hook ups

Insulation

  • Polycell Seal with Fire Caulking at All Penetrations of Framed Top Plate and Exterior Walls
  • R-4.2 Reflective Insulation and Vapor Barrier at Block Walls
  • R-11 Fiberglass Batts on Exterior Framed Walls
  • R-19 Fiberglass Batts at All Walls Adjacent to Attic Spaces
  • R-30 Fiberglass Insulation at All Ceilings over Heated areas for greater Energy Savings

Doors and Trim Millwork

  • Painted Door Casing and Baseboards throughout
  • Stylish 6 Panel Masonite Interior Pre-hung Doors
  • Decorative 6 Panel Masonite Bi-fold closet doors
  • Fiberglass Exterior Doors including door from house to garage for durability and strength as well as ease of maintenance
  • Fiberglass Insulated Front Door provides security and beauty 
  • Dead Bolt on all Exterior Doors for you and your family's protection and security

Ceramic Tile

  • Cultured Marble Window sills (no wood here)
  • Shower / Bath area walls are Ceramic Tile from Selections at Design Center with choices ranging from Standard to a Variety of Up-Grade Levels to personalize your home!

Floor Covering

  • Minimum 24 ounce face weight Stain Resistant carpeting over 1/2" 4 ounce minimum density re-bond pad
  • Level I Tile in Foyer, Kitchen, Bathrooms and Utility Rooms is Standard!

Landscaping

  • Fully Sodded lot
  • Professional Landscape in Front Yard
  • 3000 PSI Concrete Driveway, Reinforced with Steel Mesh or Fiber Mesh for Strength and Durability

Fees included with American Housing

  • Local Building Department Fees and Permit Fees
  • Impact Fees for Water / Sewer
  • Transportation Impact Fee
  • Landscape & Environmental Impact Fees & Park fees