Last week I wrote a blog with the title "You get what you Pay For." In the article I mentioned just because things look the same; does not mean that they are the same. Builders all build differently. Here at Weekley the way we build is what differentiates us from the rest.
One thing David Weekley now does is Advance framing; no other builder in Houston does this. A definition of Advanced Framing is provided by Joseph Ltisburek, Ph.D. Eng., Building Science, Inc. "Advanced framing, as the name implies, is the use of lumber intelligently in wood framing. This unique application saves on lumber, supports better insulation and reduces the occurrence of dry wall cracking giving you a stronger, more energy efficient home."
Here are some of the differences on advanced framing vs. other builder's typical framing:
•1) A stronger home is made by aligning the roof rafters and joists directly over the wall studs which transfers the weight of the home directly downward to the foundation.
•2) The wall thickness is increased by 50%; which allows for 50% more insulation this increases the home's energy efficiency and makes it a much quieter home.
•3) Dry wall clips are used throughout the frame which helps reduce drywall cracking.
•4) The "C -shaped" headers on exterior walls allows us to add insulation in places that have never been able to be insulated before. This makes for a tighter more energy efficient home which results in savings to the David Weekley Home buyer.
Just 1 more reason to buy a David Weekley Home!
Please e-mail me at ygilbert@dwhomes.com for more information.
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