EFFECTIVE: September 1, 2007

STRUCTURAL

  • Engineered steel reinforced wind resistant cement block " Super Mortar" between block joints to steel reinforced exterior wall construction
  • Exterior wall construction and 2x4 wood frame construction 16" OC
  • Engineered beams and headers spanning openings
  • Engineered roof trusses 24" OC 6/12 pitch (some offsets vary)
  • 2 x 6 wood sub-fascia at roof overhang
  • 1/2" (NOM 4 Ply) Plywood roof sheathing
  • 3,000 PSI steel reinforced fiber mesh monolithic concrete slab on grade
  • Steel reinforced corners and shearwalls
  • 6-Mil poly visqueen moisture barrier under slab
  • Interior wall tube integrated pest control system
  • Bora-care® Interior wood termite treatment system
  • Under slab soil termite pretreat
  • Ceiling heights vary per plan







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EXTERIOR

15 # fiberglass/asphaltic building felt roof dry-in
Exterior grade sheathing with 15# felt at exterior wood framed walls and roof gable walls
GAF 30 YR FUNGUS RESISTANT dimensional shingle roof (30 yr Manufacturers Warranty)
GAF COBRA ridge vent engineered for each home
6" Aluminum embossed fascia and eaves drip (Maintenance free)
24" Perforated aluminum overhang soffit (Maintenance free) *Certain off-sets are less
Solar Lights at Kitchen (Not standard on all plans)
Cementitious exterior at feature wall panels & columns where applicable
Two coats of textured cementitious finish on exterior walls
Select site clearing, fill dirt & grading (Allowance $2,000.00)
12,000 sq ft of Bahia Sod (Allowance $2,550.00)
Automatic irrigation system for up to 12,000 sq ft sodded area (Allowance $1,350.00)
Rain sensor for irrigation system included
Landscape Package (Allowance $800.00)
Concrete walk, pads and driveway allowance 880 sq ft

WINDOWS, EXTERIOR DOORS & GLAZING

INSULATED clear glazed windows with choice of white or bronze aluminum frames
(20) Year Manufacturers glazing warranty
INSULATED clear glazed, sliding glass doors per plan
Service door at garage with exterior light
Fiberglass insulated six panel front doors
Full length mirrors at vanity walls per plan
Chrome trim at master bath shower
Sectional steel garage door manufactured by RAYNOR to meet wind load standards
GENIE or equal garage door opener with (2) controls





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INSULATION & INFILTRATION

1 " High R rigid insulation board over exterior cement block walls to living areas (total wall insulation value approximately R-12.8)
4" Nominal fiberglass insulation in exterior frame walls to living area
R-19 (6" Nominal) fiberglass insulation at walls to living area
R-30 fiberglass attic insulation over living area ceilings (Batt or blown method depends on truss cavity)
Fiberglass duct work sealed for leak prevention
Foam caulk and seal exterior penetrations
Exterior sole plates are latex caulked and sealed
Exterior and interior top plate penetrations are sealed with Polyfoam (on frame construction)
Silver Shield radiant barrier
* Rusaw Homes meets or exceeds the stringent codes required by the Progress Energy Home Advantage Program, Energy Star.



DRYWALL & ACOUSTICAL

  • Mold Guard Drywall
  • Walls are 1/2" drywall (Orange peel or splatter spray finish)
  • Ceilings are 1/2" drywall (Spray Lace)
  • Kitchen & Baths to receive smooth finish for future wallpaper per plan IF REQUESTED
  • 1/2" Moisture resistant drywall in bath wet areas
  • 1/2" Soffit board on all exterior ceilings
  • Bullnose corners in all social areas of home


CERAMIC TILE & SILLS

  • Marble or cultured marble window sills throughout
  • Tile tub & shower wet areas including ceilings
  • Ultralite underlayment at all tiled areas - 5 yr warranty materials & labor
  • Ceramic tile floor at foyer
  • Ceramic tile floors at baths
  • Ceramic tile at floor covered entry
  • Ceramic tile floors @ kitchen, nook & laundry
  • Ceramic bath accessories at baths per plan




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KITCHEN APPLIANCES

WHIRLPOOL ceran smooth top range and self-cleaning oven
WHIRLPOOL space-saver microwave
WHIRLPOOL multi-cycle dishwasher
WHIRLPOOL 21 cu ft refrigerator with icemaker


KITCHEN CABINETS & VANITIES

  • Cardell Classic Oak wood cabinets at kitchen and bath vanities
  • DuPont™ CORIAN® "Select Series" solid surface at kitchen and bath vanity counter with molded under-mount sink
  • Wood bath medicine cabinets (varies per plan)
  • Choice of available hardware
  • Laundry tub in cabinet per plan (Not standard on all plans)


INTERIOR DOORS & TRIM

  • Interior hinged doors are 6-Panel masonite
  • Bi-fold & pocket doors are 6-Panel masonite
  • All interior doors are jambed with colonial paint grade casings.
  • All base boards are 3 1/4" colonial style paint grade
  • Vinyl coated closet shelving per plan
  • Front door hardware is handleset KWIKSET
  • All other doors are lever style KWIKSET
  • Deadbolts at all exterior hinged doors (Keyed one-side)
  • Pull down attic stairs included in garage


PAINTING & MOISTURE PROOF

  • Exterior concrete walls & wood surfaces painted with two coats of CORONADO latex acrylic paint (one primed and one finished)
  • Exterior metal overhead doors are factory primed and sprayed with semi-gloss industrial grade enamel
  • Interior walls are CORONADO SUPER KOTE (6 year Manufacturer material warranty)
  • Exterior walls are CORONADO SUPER KOTE (6 year Manufacturer material warranty)
  • Interior drywall surfaces & wood primed with (1) coat latex primer
  • Interior drywall surfaces finish coat of vinyl latex acrylic
  • Interior wood surfaces finish coat of semi-gloss latex



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PLUMBING & FIXTURES

Progressive tube solar water heating system with 80 gallon (total volume) storage
The Metlund hot water demand system
FlowGuard Gold CPVC piping & fittings
PVC Water and sewer laterals to home up to 40'
PVC waste lines under slab
Three exterior hose bibs
Elongated water closets (low volume)
Kohler or equal tub at guest bath
Kohler acrylic soaking tub in master bath (Jet package optional)
Bath and kitchen faucets - Kohler
Icemaker line for refrigerator
INSINKERATOR PRO 77 One HP Stainless Steel as in 10 Yr Warranty, Hot/Cold water filtration with Chrome dispenser





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ELECTRICAL FIXTURES

200 AMP Service panel with breakers, disconnect & Surge protector
Progress Energy meter based surge protection (in service area)
Progress Energy Management Program (in service area)
Copper wiring throughout
Outside lights at all service entrances provided
Smoke detection systems at sleeping areas per plan
Fluorescent lighting at walk-in closets
Door chime included
(3) weatherproof receptacles
(5) ceiling fan prewire outlets
Exhaust fan/light combos at baths
Bedrooms to have one top-half switched receptacle
Bath & kitchen lighting per plan
Front yard post lamp with photocell
Interior/Exterior decorative light fixtures (Allowance $1000)
Lighted Decora rocker switches as noted per plan (Approx. l0)
On Q Intergrated Wiring System
(6) Television prewire outlets provided
(5) Phone prewire outlets provided
(2) Dataports
All Lights to be low watt energy saver bulbs (reduce heat and long lasting)


FLOOR COVERINGS

  • Carpeting with 6# carpet padding throughout except tile areas
  • Garage & Lanai floors are "Final Finish" concrete painted with Zylan
  • Kitchen, nook & utility, entry, foyer, and all bathrooms are ceramic tile




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HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING

Carrier Puron 14 Seer (Nominal) System/Thermidistat and Variable Speed Air Handler (Varies per plan)
Return air and air conditioning ducts to consist of rigid & flex fiberglass. Mastic sealed joints
High efficiency reverse cycle heat pump system with emergency resistance heating manufactured by CARRIER CORPORATION engineered for each home to save money now and for many years to come on your energy bills
A/C Ducts at all walk-in closets


WARRANTIES, SERVICES & ASSURANCES

  • Bonded Builder 15 Year Structural Home Warranty
  • Professionally engineered structural drafting for personalized changes
  • Decorator assistance included
  • Local building permit fees included
  • Assistance provided for home placement
  • Master Waiver of Lien provided upon completion of home
  • State of Florida sales tax on materials
  • Manufacturers warranties on equipment/appliances
  • *Customer Care "Follow-Up" Program


Building team nationally recognized for construction excellence since 1956

**Not included in Hallmark Specifications & prices: Wallpaper, Window Treatments, Furniture, Ceiling Fans or Utility Connections (i.e.: Central Water, Well, Septic, Sewer and Underground Electric) Survey of homesite, county Impact Fees.

PRICES, FEATURES, AND SPECIFICATIONS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE



Energy Efficiency - What does it all mean? More importantly - what does it mean to you?

The solar hot water system installed in every Rusaw Home means $$$$ back in CASH to you:

  1. Under the you will receive $500.00 back from the State of Florida .
  2. The Federal Government allows you up to $2000.00 (tax credit)
  3. will give you a $450.00 (energy credit) on your very first bill (in service area)

This is a grand total of $2,950.00 (cash to you) for not only choosing to "Build Green" but also just to do the right thing!

And that's not all - for the years to come you will enjoy your new Rusaw Home and continue to save $$$ because being Energy Efficient and saves you

last updated Sept. 2009




Rusaw Homes
1655 W. Gulf to Lake Hwy., Lecanto, FL 34461
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