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State-of-the-art construction and mechanicals

  • 2-car garage
  • Lots 18-20 in Block 124

 

  • Approx. 2688 sq. ft. on Lower Level
  • Approx. 3012 sq. ft. on Upper Level
  • House and city lots 2, 11 & 12 in Block 110

Construction details

Walls

  • 12" cement

Foundation

  • 12 x 24" footing with rebar

Exterior wall details

  • The exterior walls are 12" consisting of 1/2" sheathing, covered with Tyvek wrap. 2 x 6" stud cavity is insulated with 6" fiberglas, covered with 1" styrofoam. Next is a 1" air space and following that, a 2 x 4 wall insulated with 3 1/2" fiberglas. All the electrical runs through the inside wall, avoiding any holes for wiring in the outside wall. Inside of 2 x 4 wall is covered by 1/2" sheetrock. (Sunporch and garage wall are 6")
  • Andersen windows and Vinyl siding

Heating and cooling highlights

  • Upstairs garage has auxiliary electric heater. Lower level storage area has separate electric heater.
  • Sunporch is electric, cove radiant heat.
  • Hot water and heat provided by two natural gas

  • A/C for each level is controlled by heat/cool zone thermostats
  • Flex A/C ducts in attic and in floor trusses between levels are solid and insulated.
  • Hot water in-floor heat with 10 zones. Second stage heating brings air temperature up until in-floor heat matches it.

Comfort, health & safety

  • Air makeup system--Filtered fresh air is warmed and replaces stale air
  • Central vacuum system with extra long hoses
  • R-42 or above in attic

  • UV light and 2.5 micron filter for Jacuzzi water purification
  • Automatic water replenishment in Jacuzzi
  • Humidifier for each level
  • Sunporch windows close automatically if exposed to rain

Deck & Patio

  • Entire deck refurbished 2009-10
  • Deck lights can be set to respond to motion
  • 4 levels with natural gas grill at patio level
  • Phone jacks
  • Electrical for deck upgraded 2009-10; outlets on each level

Your enjoyment

  • Relaxing, secluded sunporch with telescope and wicker furniture
  • Space for all ages: to rest, to play, for hobbies and to gather with family
  • Open floor plan great for social events

  • 3/4" maple paneled cathedral ceiling in kitchen, living and dining rooms
  • Custom fabricated doors and millwork on both levels
  • Views of Lake Superior are maintained by lots
  • Pleasing use of color throughout

Floors

Floors, Lower Level

  • 7" rigid foam between floor joists
  • 3/4" T&G plywood
  • 2 x 8" framing dimensions
  • .60 wood treatment to prevent decay

Floors, Upper Level

  • 5/8" sheetrock on ceiling
  • 30-year shingles
  • Spancrete garage floor
  • Floor truss
  • 3/4" T&G plywood
  • Roof truss
  • 5/8" plywood roof deck

Electrical features

  • Lower level ceiling lights updated in 2006-07 for more specific area illumination
  • Electrical 400 amp service with 5 breaker panels and whole house surge protector installed in 2006-07