What’s Included

Frost Protected (Insulated) Reinforced Structural Poured Concrete Slab on Grade (designed by a Professional Engineer in accordance with the project location).

The main floor to consist of a Poured Concrete Slab on Grade, as noted above, and is not included. Upper floors, if indicated, to be designed and supplied as indicated on plan.

Steel posts complete with metal bearing plate top and bottom, Structural Composite Lumber (SCL) or Solid Timber posts as load requires.

Supplied as SPF (white wood) dimensional lumber with foam gasket.

S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried members, Structural Composite Lumber (SCL) or Solid Timber (Fir) as indicated on plan.

For all required applications.

2×6 S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried studs spaced 16″ on centre with 2×6 double top and single bottom plates, 7/16″ OSB exterior sheathing, minimum 2 ply S.P.F. lintels per design – grade stamped, kiln dried lumber. Tall walls may include Structural Composite Lumber (SCL) studs and lintels to meet required standards of construction.

House wrap air barrier and header wrap complete with window flashings, door flashings, and sealant tape.

Min. R5 continuous insulation¹, R22 batt insulation supplied for all exterior walls. Low expansion foam insulation for door and window installations. ¹ Insulation requirements may vary due to local conditions.

6 mil polyethylene vapour barrier (CGSB approved) supplied with acoustical sealant.

2×4 S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried studs spaced 16″ on centre with 2×4 double top and single bottom plates. 2×6 material supplied for plumbing and bearing walls as indicated on plans.

Engineered, factory assembled, raised heel trusses with metal connectors. Trusses spaced at 24″ on centre. Includes gable end sheathing, miscellaneous framing, and gable ladder material. Additional dimensional roof framing lumber included where required. Standard design specifications of trusses are 45lb. live load and 15 lb. dead load Increased loading including snow or mechanical fixtures may require modifications and additional charges.

Minimum R62 insulation in flat attic ceilings. Insulation in cathedral, sloped or vaulted ceilings will be supplied as specified on plan (Min. R31).

1/2″ standard plywood with ply clips on roof sloped 4/12 and above. ¾” standard plywood with ply clips on roofs sloped 2/12 up to 4/12.

Sufficient for framing, roofing and finishing. Pneumatic and standard nails included.

Roof vents, gable vents, insulation stops, and vented soffit. Continuous ridge vents supplied on cathedral ceilings.

Limited lifetime architectural fibreglass shingles in selected styles and colours (BP Mystique or equivalent), pre-finished metal starter for roof perimeter, pre-finished metal for valleys, ice and water shield for eaves and valleys, synthetic underlayment for balance of roof, and all necessary flashings and accessories. Low slope roofs below 4/12 require full coverage with ice and water shield .

Pre-finished aluminum complete with all accessories.

High quality, white vinyl casement, energy efficient triple pane thermal glazed windows, including Low-E coating and argon gas. All units include jamb extensions and nailing fins, plus all necessary hardware and screens. All sealed units carry a manufacturer’s warranty. Window style, whether fixed, casement, awning, single hung, double hung, or sliding windows to be supplied as shown on plan. All windows carry the Energy Star label.

Premium gauge thickness in selected colours supplied for full exterior coverage, complete with trims. Strapping included to provide a drainage plane behind the siding.

Supplied as per plan including lites, sidelites, and transoms. Patio and garden doors where shown. Lites are plain glass thermal units. Units are pre-hung and ready for installation (where applicable).

Where wood frame porches are shown materials include pressure treated or timber (Fir) beams, columns, joists, decking, and stairs, per plan. Concrete not included. Porches and decks include aluminum alloy railings, balusters, and posts (where applicable). Second Floor balconies where shown and over living space to have waterproof membrane.

Supplied for sealing exterior wall plates, doors, windows, and other applications as required.

Supplied for above grade applications. 1/2″ drywall for walls, and 1/2″ sag resistant drywall for ceilings, complete with sufficient screws, tape, joint filler and corner bead. Moisture resistant drywall included for all bathrooms.

Material supplied for interior construction grade stairs (where applicable).

Supplied for coverage of all drywall.

Embossed, primed swing doors in selected profiles complete with jamb and stop. Matching swing, sliding bi-pass, bi-fold doors, or pocket doors included where indicated on plan.

Premium quality locks and passage sets supplied throughout. All exterior swing doors include dead bolt assemblies. Grip set provided for front entrance door. Interior door stops supplied. Door locks and hardware come with a Manufacturers’ Warranty.

4″ primed MDF baseboards and 2-3/4″ primed MDF casings.

Coated wire shelving with integral hanging rod.