Spring hill real estate - Now that the foundation is in place (see part 1 and part 2), it's time to start the framing. This process can be done several ways. Lighthouse builders builds the structure on site. It takes a little longer than some of the national chains, because they build a lot of their homes in modules in a factory, and assemble the home on site.
The wood used to build a lighthouse home is what the architect recommends for the plan being built. Since these plans are used all over the country, the walls and ceiling are designed to withstand heavy snows, high winds, and every other force of nature you can imagine. Needless to say, they are overbuilt for Middle Tennessee, and should last a very long time. Some competitors use smaller timbers to support the roof and ceiling in an effort to reduce expense, we do not. Take a look in the attic when you look at a new home, It may surprise you.
One other point of interest that's really important when you consider a new home compared to an older home, is the house wrap. It virtually eliminates airflow except for windows and doors, and saves a lot of money in energy bills ove
r the life of the home.
This posting and the contents written here are the intellectual property and opinions of Larry Brewer of Keller Williams Realty. Providing real estate services to clients in Nashville, Brentwood, Franklin, Spring Hill, Green Hills, and the middle Tennessee area
Larry... Now is the time to get a framing inspection... This is a critical phase in construction to catch any hidden failures before they happen by an independent set of eyes...
Good post...
Larry,
Nice post! I was a licensed residential/small commercial contractor in a previous life so I know what to look for in new construction. Here in Dyersburg we have good contractors and bad contractors(who cut lots of corners).
HI LARRY, I'm followning along. This is a great class for me!!
Thanks a bunch,
Michael - It would be a good idea if I was the builder. Unfortunately, most builders would probably not want someone to question the quality of their subs.
What the estimated completion date on this house?