Foundation/Concrete Floor
- Reinforced Concrete foundation walls poured 9'-0" nominal height, 10" thick.
- Bituminous damp-proofing applied to exterior of below-grade walls.
- Air gap membrane applied to the exterior of below-grade foundation walls.
- Foundation drains (with filter cloth) located at perimeter of foundation walls (connected to storm sewer and/or sump-pit as applicable).
- Sump pit constructed and installed in the basement (when applicable). Location determined by regulatory authority.
- Basement floor is 3" depth concrete over approximately 8" granular base.
Structural Features
- Ceiling heights on main and upper floor to be 9'-0" (nominal height).
- Exterior walls framed with 2"x6" wood studs @ 16" o.c.
- Interior walls framed with 2"x4" wood studs @ 16" o.c.
- Tall walls constructed using engineered, 2"x6" LSL engineered studs to minimize shrinkage and provide a more plumb wall surface.
- Floor system constructed with 2"x12" TJI engineered joists.
- Floor sheathing to be 5/8" tongue and grooved plywood-glued, nailed and screwed to engineered joists.
- Beams are steel or wood (location and design shall determine material).
- Posts are steel or wood (location and design shall determine material).
- Roof constructed with engineered, factory-manufactured trusses (some locations may require to be "hand-cut").
- Roof trusses covered with 1/2" plywood sheathing.
Exterior Features & Detailing
- Architecturally designed and colour co-ordinated exterior. Selections made from pre-selected colour packages or Zeina Homes' approved materials.
- Exterior finishes with brick veneer, manufactured stone, acrylic stucco - located as per elevation.
- Window sills constructed with pre-cast concrete.
- Columns are reinforced fiberglass or acrylic stucco clad as per plans (some exceptions due to design details).
- Maintenance free, pre-finished aluminum soffit, fascia, eaves trough and downspouts.
- Life time manufacturer's warranty roof shingles.
- Pre-finished copper roof on bay windows.
- Shutters, louvers and vents to be installed as per elevations.
- All openings caulked with professional quality sealant.
- Exterior locks keyed alike deadbolts installed at all entry swing doors to house.
Windows & Doors
- Basement windows vinyl sliders located in concrete wall as per plan.
- Pre-finished above-grade windows including low E glazing with argon filled glass.
- Front facade windows are casement style with multi-point locks as per elevations.
- Windows at side and rear of house either casement or sliding style as per plan.
- Metal insulated interior garage door installed with self-closing hinge.
- Garage door 8'-0" tall steel (width as per plan), insulated raised panel style door with automatic door opener and decorative hinges.
Heating and Ventilation
- High-efficiency, forced air natural gas furnace with electronic ignition.
- Electronically programmable thermostat installed in a central location on main floor (location determined by HVAC design).
- Baths and laundry room ventilation provided via direct ducted fans.
- Gas fireplace to be direct vent with choice of mantle designs from Zeina Homes' samples and designs.
- Whole home ventilation provided by principal exhaust system.
- "On Demand" rental water heater to be installed.
- Note: the location of mechanical equipment such as the furnace may vary from that shown on brochure plans.
Plumbing
- Ensuite bath to include a whirlpool tub (white) fitted with chrome, two-handle tub filler faucet.
- Bathrooms fitted with quality basins and water conserving, low flow toilets (white) fixtures.
- Single lever basin faucets chrome finish (with mechanical pop-up drains).
- Granite or marble vanity countertops in all bathrooms.
- Showers to include a water efficient showerhead and pressure/temperature control valve.
- Showers to include frameless glass doors finished with porcelain tiles.
- Laundry room to include an utility sink with single lever faucet.
- Plumbing "roughed-in" for clothes washer - hot/cold water lines with shut-off valves and drain.
- Plumbing "roughed-in" under kitchen sink for installation of dishwasher - hot water line and drain.
- All fixtures fitted with a shut-off valve.
- Two (2) exterior hose bibs with back-flow prevention installed located in garage and rear of house.
- Rough-in three piece bathroom in basement.
- Water meter located as directed by utility authority.
- Submersible pump installed in the sump-pit (when applicable).
- Note: all appliances shall be installed by Purchaser after closing.
- Make and model numbers for all appliances to be provided by the purchaser to allow builder to ensure kitchen cabinets and openings are designed to suit.
Electrical
- 200 Amp service.
- Hydro meter and panel located as directed by utility company.
- White "Decora" light switches and receptacles.
- Outlet for freezer located near hydro panel.
- Four exterior GFI protected power outlets installed at rear and front of house (location at discretion of Zeina Homes).
- 220V outlets to be installed for clothes dryer and range.
- Ground fault circuit interrupter protection included in all bathrooms (located at vanities).
- Arc fault circuit interrupter protection installed on bedroom circuits.
- Direct wired smoke detectors included on all levels of the house.
- Carbon monoxide detector installed in the bedroom wing.
- Electrical "rough-in" for dishwasher installed to space provided.
- 50 pot lights location at purchaser discretion.
Insulation and Draft Control
- Exterior main and upper floor walls insulated using R-25 fiberglass batts.
- Exterior above-grade walls sealed with air barrier and vapour barrier.
- Basement walls insulated full height (to within 15" of floor) using R-12 blanket insulation.
- Attics insulated to R-40 with blown insulation for flat areas and R-30 batt insulation for sloped areas.
- Floors over garages constructed with a heated chase and insulated using R-30 batt insulation.
- All door and window openings caulked on the exterior.
Home Systems
- House roughed-in with cable, internet and telephone wiring.
- Internet enabled smart wired home. Rready for use at move-in.
- Quality central vacuum system with all accessories located in garage.
- Central vacuum "system" dropped to basement joist areas or in garage location at purchaser discretion.
- Security system installed and activated.
Drywall
- Walls fitted with 1/2" drywall except in showers as noted below.
- Edging to drywall corners and openings finished as "square edge".
- Stipple finish to ceilings throughout the home except bathrooms - powder room and kitchen (smooth ceilings).
- Attic ceilings constructed with resilient channel "floating" system to allow for natural occurring truss uplift.
- Backing for tiled showers constructed with "Dens Shield" or Durock wallboard.
- Interior walls of garage to be drywalled - taped and painted.
Painting
- Purchasers may choose up to three paint colours from Zeina Homes' samples.
- 1 coat of primer and 2 finish coats applied to walls and trim.
- Casings and baseboards painted white semi-gloss.
- Door and window jambs painted white semi-gloss.
- Interior doors painted white semi-gloss.
Stairs, Trim, Millwork, Hardware & Shelving
- Stairs constructed with oak veneer risers, solid oak stringers and treads.
- Stairs fitted with oak railings, balusters and newel posts.
- 4" casing around doors, 9" baseboards on main floor, 7" baseboards on second floor, (American poplar).
- All half-walls capped with wood trim.
- 8 ft. high solid wood doors throughout main and second floor from builder's samples.
- Lever knob style hardware for Interior doors in satin chrome finish.
- Traditional decorative columns included as per plan.
- All bedrooms closets to have organizers.
Flooring
- Ceramic tile flooring from a selection of "designer" tiles to be installed in the front foyer, (where applicable), powder room kitchen, dinette, laundry/mudroom and bathrooms. Tiled areas treated with a latex/cement base and reinforced with wire lathe mesh.
- Nylon plush 60 oz. broadloom with dense 1/2" high-density foam under-pad installed in all bedrooms including stair runner.
- Transitions from hard surface to carpet to include marble threshold strips.
- Landings and stair openings finished with oak or maple nosing.
- 3/4" x 4" hardwood flooring in living room/dining room/family room/den or office/upper hallway.
Cabinetry
- Oak or Maple solid wood doors within builder's allowance below.
- Granite Countertops with a wide variety of colours and finishes from which to choose.
Lot Considerations and Landscaping
- Lot graded in accordance with the municipality's approved grading plan.
- Window wells for basement windows may be installed subject to grade elevations.
- Driveway to include a granular base; same width as garage.
- Walkway from driveway to front entry constructed with granular base.
- Steps required to allow entry into the home shall be pre-cast concrete with support brackets or wood (dependent upon location).
- Finished landscaping to include sod and walkways as per developer and municipal requirements.
- Water and storm connections shall be made to the Municipal system.
Warranty
- Home enrolled with the Tarion Warranty Corporation (TWC).
- Defects in workmanship and/or materials are covered by Zeina Homes' One Year Warranty.
- Water penetration above or below grade and defects in materials and/or workmanship of the electrical, plumbing and heating systems are covered by Zeina Homes' Two Year Warranty.
- Major structural defects are covered by the Tarion Warranty Corporation's Seven Year Warranty.
- Note: for more information refer to the Homeowner Information Package available through your sales associate.
Allowances (Inclusive all taxes)
- Plumbing fixtures ($25,000.00)
- Kitchen-Servery Vanities and Granite counter tops ($50,000.00)
- Fire mantle for each fire place shown on the plan ($5,000.00)
- Custom made solid wood stained front door including door accessories ($10,000.00)
- Organizers for all walk-in closets and laundry room ($10,000.00)
- Landscape architect drawing allowance ($5000.00)
General Information
- Zeina Homes maintains a reputation for continual research and improvement. As such, features are subject to change; Zeina Homes reserves the right to substitute materials of equal or better quality to those specified and to effect modifications necessitated by changes in construction techniques or availability of materials (subject to following requirements as set out by Tarion).
- All house renderings and interior drawings are artist's conceptions. Floor plans show approximate dimensions. Zeina Homes may be required to make minor modifications to house dimensions to meet municipal sitting or building code regulations.
- Variations from Zeina Homes' samples due to normal production processes may occur in finishing materials including, but not limited to. bathroom fixtures, sinks and faucets, kitchen and vanity cabinets, floor and wall finishes. The Purchaser understands that colour matches of different materials are never exact due to variations in finishing processes.
- This schedule takes precedence over brochure plans.
- The purchaser acknowledges that the plan may be reversed.