Granwood Gate

Granwood Gate Release III – Lots 40-46 Halls Drive
Single Detached Net Zero Ready Building Specifications1. EXTERIOR FINISHES
20 MPA. Poured concrete foundation and footing c/w System Platon water proofing membrane.
Exterior foundations cement parged finished above grade. Garage interior not included.
Stone, clay brick, vinyl siding, as per plans. All exterior colours and finishes selected by purchaser from builder’s preferred samples. Architectural molding details, brick/stone soldier coursing as determined by builder.
Maintenance free purchaser selected aluminum soffit, fascia and 5” seamless trough.
Vinyl, maintenance free triple-glazed casement windows. All operable windows complete with screens, and a multi-point lock system. All glazing to be low E argon gas filled. Colour co-ordinated window selection by purchaser. Folding crank hardware on all casement windows. Choice of 4 colours.
All windows foamed and sealed in place for air tightness requirements taped and sealed on exterior for waterproofing.
Stainable fibreglass fully insulated front entry door c/w deadbolts and three-point latching system specially keyed by manufacturer. Door sidelights as per plan. All other doors to be fully insulated man doors one-point latching system. Secondary entrance door locks and deadbolts keyed alike where possible.
Purchaser-selected metal sectional insulated overhead garage doors as shown (Based on Premium Series selections. (Window lites optional at additional charge.)
Limited life time warranty self-sealing asphalt shingles c/w roof venting and ridge venting where applicable metal valleys c/w ice water shield, metal eave starter and building paper at eaves. Purchaser selected shingle colour co-ordinated with exterior.
Exterior concrete porch areas poured using 32 mpa concrete wire mesh and rebar where required.
Porch posts and railings as per plan and/or grade requirements. If required, front porch railings painted maintenance free aluminum only where required for grade. All other required steps or railings within 2’ of grade to be pressure treated wood.
Soffit pot light installed in front porch area (Quantity varies by plan). Rear exterior lights selected by purchaser.
Formed concrete front steps with interlocking stone walkways from driveway to front porch. Number of steps as required (subject to grade).
Grading of lot to engineered grade plans c/w fully sodded lot, plant one builder selected tree. Unless purchased through builder all exterior landscaping features to be completed after final municipal lot grading certificate approval.
Driveway constructed using “A” gravel base packed in place c/w base coat asphalt driveway within 1 year. Other purchaser selected finishes other than paving to be completed after minimum one year and/or municipal grading certificate received.2. WALL/FLOOR CONSTRUCTION
Wood frame wall construction with 2”x6” exterior walls 24” o.c. c/w structural insulated panel board sealed to air and water barrier standards. Interior walls to be 2”x4”. Ceiling rafters minimum 2”x6”. Floor joists sized accordingly minimum 9.25” pending spans. All lumber kiln dried, S.P.F. #1 or 2 grade. Some home designs require the use of approved trusses and or engineered floor joist systems. Builder reserves the right to construct accordingly.
All subfloors to be 5/8” T&G OSB, nailed, glued and screwed. 7/16” OSB roof sheathing.
Insulation nominal value to be a min. of R-27 in walls, min. R-31 in sloped ceiling areas & exposed floors, and min. R-60 in attic spaces.
Exterior basement walls fully strapped with 2” x 4” studs placed at 24” O.C. c/w R-22 batt insulation and super 6 Mil poly sealed. Basement walls & floors sprayed with min. 2” of 2lb closed cell polyurethane spray foam – min. R-10.
Main floor wall surfaces ½” dry walled, taped and sanded to a smooth finish in preparation for paint.
Ceilings to be “California knock-down” type texture spray. (Except in kitchens and baths). For open concept areas builder reserves the right to decide delineation line for textured ceilings.
All walls and trim to be primed and finish coated using 2 coats of latex satin finish paint. Owner to select colour from builder samples one interior wall paint colour. Purchaser-selected front door colour, balance of exterior metal door faces painted to co-ordinate with metal soffits as close as possible. For more than one paint colour extra charges shall apply. All wood trim work painted white.

3. INTERIOR FINISHES
All interior doors to be 2 panel square top – smooth
Each swing door furnished with lever style hardware. Colour / style to be selected from builder options. All door openings fully jambed and cased including all closet openings.
Privacy locks installed on bathroom doors. Pocket doors if applicable c/w pull latch as per plan.
Casing and baseboard to be paint grade. Matching baseboard to be 5” and 3.5” wide profile casing.
Interior columns as per plan and ½ walls capped with trim and casing required only if applicable.
Stained oak railings in staircase locations, as per plan. Stair stringers, risers & treads to be solid oak, stained with pre-finished hardwood on any landings. Stain colour to be chosen from builder’s samples unless otherwise prescribed or a quoted custom colour upgrade.
High quality carpeting (includes up to Level 2 builder selections) with 11mm “Best” foam under pad. Purchaser selected from builder’s preferred suppliers’ samples. Carpet located in bedroom areas.
Ceramic floors c/w concrete base in moisture-burdened floor areas (including bathrooms, kitchens, front entryways & some dining areas. See selection staff for details). Ceramics selected from builders’ samples up to 12×24 “Flair” series options. Upgraded series constitute extra charges.
Ensuite tiled shower walls, ceilings and mosaic tile base c/w glass door to suit as shown per plan. Mosaics based on “Decora” / “Quebec” selections. See selection staff for details. Niche / seat option standard in ensuite only. Main bath tub/shower units to include tiled walls & ceiling (glass doors optional at additional charge.) Tile selected from builder’s samples. Wall / ceiling tile based on up to 12×24 “Flair” selections.
Engineered Hardwood throughout the great room, some hallways and some dining areas. See selections staff for details. Species, finish & colour to be selected from builder’s Level 1 offerings (up to 5” wide planks).
Quality wood cabinets in kitchen. Dishwasher space provision, piano hinged base corner units, drawer and door base cabinet units. min. 12” depth upper cabinets, angled upper corner units, counter depth fridge gable and upper fridge cabinet, all cabinets c/w standard shelf features. Kitchen drawers and doors provided with soft closing hinges only. Solid surface counters in Level 1 selections, other upgrade options available at additional charge. 1 bank of pot & pan drawers standard. Microwave shelf provided where possible. See Schedule “A” CHE for further details for specific plan options. Customer selected from builder’s standard offerings.
Quality wood cabinets in all bathrooms. All bathroom vanities include drawer/door feature with standard close hardware. Solid surface counters in Level 1 selections. Other upgrade options available.
Cabinetry customizations by purchaser in consultation with interior design consultant extra charges will apply.
Large cut glass mirrors over vanities. (i.e. 1” less than vanity length x 3 ft.)

4. ELECTRICAL
200 amp main electrical panel service unless otherwise prescribed in customized home estimate.
G.F.I. outlets in bathroom and kitchen locations.
One outlet per bay in garage area and exterior G.F.I. outlet and light at all exterior door locations.
Pre-wired for phone / cable / internet (CAT5e). Up to 5 CAT5e locations provided. All prewires completed to electrical panel, ready for service provider connections. Wiring only, no jacks, ends or wall plate connections. Additional options available at extra charge.
Two hundred and twenty volt plug for stove and dryer.
HRV switches and connection for ventilation system.
Customer selected interior light fixture packages where possible including door chime kit from builder’s preferred suppliers.
Lights provided for in every room of home. Light in hallways where necessary and to code.
Electrical outlets and switches placed as per electrical code. Electrical layout reviewed at working drawing stage.
Overhead garage door opener rough-in c/w outlet and sensor push button wiring.
Electrically connected combination smoke and CO detector with battery backup installed as per electrical and building code requirements.
Above range hood fan required & is required to be installed prior to closing. Owner to purchase unit & installation from Builder Preferred supplier. Additional installation charges / provisions may be applicable by builder pending final appliance & material or design selections.
Hardwire rough-in at dishwasher location
Outlet for microwave where included at microwave shelf location. Further charges may be required pending microwave specifications.

5. PLUMBING
Quality plumbing fixtures and faucets as per plan. All toilets are low flow water conserving toilets c/w insulated tank.
Standard double stainless-steel kitchen sink under mounted and sealed to granite top.
Provision for washer box or laundry tub for washing machine connection & dryer vent / electrical as per plan
Kohler or equivalent single lever washer less faucets throughout home. Optional builder specific packages available upon request.
Water softener included – kitchen cold & all exterior / garage hose bibs remain hard water
Provision for two exterior hose bibs – one in garage, one at rear of home – sediment faucet with vacuum breaker
3 wall alcove style acrylic tub unit in main bathrooms. Walls / ceiling tiled as per interior specifications above.
Sump pump connection and discharge to storm drain system.
Rough in drain and hot water valve connection at kitchen sink and space provision for dishwasher in cabinetry. Purchaser to connect.
All water piping to major fixture units connected using high quality polyethylene plastic piping.
All fixtures provided for in warm white colour. Other colours available upon request but will constitute extra charges.
3-piece bathroom drain layout rough in only in basement as per plan.
Leased, on demand, wall hung hot water boiler. Unit to be Leased with Builder’s preferred supplier unless purchased outright through Builder. Hot water system / unit specifications to meet requirements of energy efficiency program.

6. MECHANICAL
All main supply ductwork taped and sealed. High wall cold air returns placed strategically throughout home for optimal return air flow.
Mechanical system to include high efficiency equipment with Air Source Heat Pump and furnace / air handler sized accordingly for heating and cooling requirements.
Programmable thermostat c/w heat and cool functions and digital read humidistat centrally located.
Dryer vent and hood fan unit solid pipe connection vented to exterior. Owner to pay extra charges for specific appliance connection requirements. Hood fan to be purchased and installed from Builder’s preferred supplier. Installation is required prior to closing / occupancy.
Simplified install of minimum 75% SRE HRV unit for fresh air supply to home.
All bathrooms serviced with direct vent exhaust fan unit speed set accordingly c/w variable timer control.

7. WARRANTY
Seven-year Major Structural Defect warranty as per TARION warranty program.
2-year warranty on all electrical, plumbing and mechanical installations.
2-year warranty on water penetration into home pursuant to TARION program
1 year all comprehensive material and labour warranty on property and building pursuant to TARION Warranty policy document.
Manufacturer’s warranty on all installed products pursuant to all warranty registration documentation disclaimers.
Many home systems & details will require mandatory homeowner maintenance and will not fall under warranty provisions.
All warranty information on installed products provided at time of walkthrough.