Colby Homes, LLC. has for the past years provided the true custom touch of handcrafted quality in residential construction. Our homeowners are at the top of the custom home market with homes noted for their attention to detail, innovative design, quality of construction, and investment value.

Listed below are some of the many features and benefits that we provide to our homeowners that contribute to Colby Homes success.

Comprehensive Warranty Coverage

  • Service after closing, with a full-time service staff to provide scheduled warranty service for the first year at the end of the 2nd and 12th month and emergency repairs as necessary throughout the first year.

ENERGY STAR Labeled Homes **Upon Request**

  • Colby Homes and ENERGY STAR Labeled Homes - using at least 30% less energy than conventional new homes. These savings come from a variety of energy-saving features, including increased insulation, improved air sealing methods, high-performance windows and doors, high-efficiency heating and cooling systems, and energy-saving appliances and lighting.
  • ENERGY STAR Labeled Homes are part of a national new construction program from the Environmental Protection Agency.
  • ENERGY STAR Labeled Homes are "performance tested". As part of the program, each ENERGY STAR Labeled Home must pass stringent evaluation, including a computer-based energy analysis, inspections, and certification testing. Only those homes that meet high-efficiency guidelines are certified as ENERGY STAR. While many builders claim to build "energy-efficient" homes, only builders of ENERGY STAR Labeled Homes can prove it!

Structural/General Construction

  • Generous 12 or 13 course foundation walls with 12" concrete blocks; Dur-O-Wal reinforcement truss imbedded in the horizontal mortar joints of the wall for added strength
  • Graywall Waterproofing (all-rubber polymer) is applied to the exterior side of the foundation wall for waterproofing and air barrier, and a dimpled polypropylene drainage membrane is applied over the waterproofing which creates a drain air-gap barrier which channels any exterior moisture down through the soil to the footing drainage system; used together the Graywall and drainage membrane system provides a 25 year performance warranty against wet basement walls
  • 4" perforated exterior perimeter foundation drain tile in gravel base with filter fabric over 6" of gravel topping connected to the storm lateral or interior perimeter drain tile
  • 4" perforated interior perimeter drain tile in gravel base below basement concrete floor, connected to sump pump crock
  • Garage floors reinforced with wire mesh and steel bars, with optional floor drains
  • Floors are Weyerhaeuser TrusJoist, 16" on center, with glued and nailed 3/4" TrusJoist Structurwood Edge Gold structural sub-flooring for superior strength and lifetime warranty
  • Exterior walls are 2" x 4" studs, 16" on center, with 7/16" OSB wall sheathing for a superior nailing base
  • Rafter roof construction, 16" on center, with 7/16" OSB Decking
  • Exterior sidewalls are Tyvek or equal wrapped to eliminate drafts
  • Concealed vinyl flashings under brick facing at foundation ledge and windowsills, to prevent moisture penetration
  • 1/2" drywall on interior walls and ceilings; drywall is glued, nailed and screwed to reduce nail pops
  • All interior drywall ceilings are finished smooth, with ceiling heights ranging from 8 feet to a full two story -- per design
  • "Level 5" drywall finish on all interior walls and ceilings, with Sheetrock Brand Primer-Surfacer dual purpose vinyl acrylic-latex base spray coating applied to the taped and sanded drywall board. A single spray application achieves the same results that is typically achieved using a two-step "Level 5" finish process of a skim coat of joint compound, to provide the highest quality drywall finish. The 15-20 mils Wet Film Thickness application of Primer-Surfacer coating eliminates minor surface defects typically found in "Level 4" drywall finishes, provides a uniform substrate for wall paint coats, and ensures smoother finished walls and ceilings. In ceiling applications, the Primer-Surfacer provides an ideal flat white finish coat.

Fireplaces

  • Fireplaces are vented HEAT-N-GLO gas burning units from Fireside, with outside air supply provided for combustion

Exterior

  • Pella or Therma-Tru insulated fiberglass exterior entrance doors, with aluminum clad or PVC Trim, offer structural strength, low maintenance, and energy efficiency
  • Pella aluminum clad, Low-E insulated sliding glass doors and double patio doors with sliding screen and optional wood muntins
  • Pella aluminum clad, Low-E insulated casement or double-hung windows with removable screens and optional wood muntins, which allow for variety in design and offer superior quality and efficiency
  • Velux skylights per design
  • Certainteed Class A Fire Rated fiberglass-asphalt dimensional roof shingles: 30 year warranty "Landmark 30" offering the depth and texture similar to that of a cedar shake roof; applied over 30 lb. felt underlayment, with "Ice and Water Shield Membrane" on the valley's to a point at least 18" inside the valley line
  • Certainteed insulated vinyl siding and trim, or Hardi-Plank fiber cement siding with cedar exterior trim and two coats exterior stain; brick or stone accents per design
  • Maintenance free aluminum gutters and downspouts to underground storm sewers
  • Overhead Amarr Garage doors are pre-finished two-sided galvanized steel, with insulted core

Insulation

  • R-38 fiberglass insulation in attic areas through the use of R-11 friction fit fiberglass batts with R-27 blown-in fiberglass, prevents voids typically found when using only batt insulation
  • R-13 wall insulation through the use of R-13 friction fit fiberglass batts in a 2x4 with tab over stud nailing; this method is superior because it forms a continuous insulation and air barrier over all framing materials and because it substantially reduces air convection currents inside the wall cavity which contribute to heat loss/gain
  • Floor frame boxes of the first and second floor are insulated with R-19 friction fit fiberglass batts
  • Wooden sill plates placed on the foundation wall are applied over a layer of sill-seal to prevent air infiltration
  • Foam sealant is installed around all mechanical penetrations and backer rod is installed around all window and door openings
  • Plumbing supply and drain lines are insulated to reduce noise, also with cast iron drops
  • Bathroom walls are insulated for noise reduction

Interior Trim

  • All doorways, arches, and windows are cased in trim, with 3-1/4" or 3-1/2" wide moldings
  • Rooms are finished with 7 ¼" main area and 5 ¼" baseboard moldings otherwise
  • Continental 2 panel smooth interior hinged doors with three polished brass, antique, oil-rubbed, or pewter hinges per door
  • Emtek or equal solid brass locksets throughout, with deadbolts on all exterior doors and privacy sets on all bedroom and bathroom doors
  • Hardwood stair railings, choice of stain or stain/paint combinations
  • Oak treads on main stairways with clear pine risers and stringers; select yellow pine treads with clear pine risers and stringers on basement stairs
  • Modern pre-finished ventilated metal shelving with deluxe free-slide closet rods in all closets from ClosetMaid

Interior Finish

  • Interior walls in kitchen, baths, laundry, powder room and mud area are finished with three coats Latex Flat wall paint
  • Interior walls in remainder of house are finished with two coats of washable Latex flat wall paint
  • Interior doors and wood trim are finished with three coats of Alkyd Low Luster Enamel paint
  • Interior ceilings are finished with a single spray application of Sheetrock Brand Primer-Surfacer dual purpose white vinyl acrylic-latex base coating
  • Interior of garage is drywalled and painted with one coat of Bone White Super Hide Latex Flat Wall Paint
  • No extra charges for different paint colors up to 3

Flooring

  • Natural stone tile, ceramic tile, or hardwood floors are typically featured in entry foyers, mud areas, laundry rooms, and kitchens
  • Generous carpet allowance for the remainder of the home

Bath Tile

  • Tub and shower walls and ceilings are full ceramic tile; shower floors are full ceramic tile
  • Bath and powder room floors are full ceramic tile with sanitary tile base and marble doorsills
  • Bathroom floor and wall tiles are applied over Durock cement board (which is made of aggregated cement and reinforced with polymer-coated glass-fiber mesh embedded in both surfaces) for a strong and waterproof tile base
  • Shower bases are ceramic tile applied over concrete and Chloraloy shower pan, with marble threshold

Plumbing

  • High quality Kohler/ Delta faucets with Kohler/ Delta plumbing fixtures (all Full-Line Kohler/ Delta colors included)
  • Kohler/ Delta/ Pro-Flo whirlpool in master bathroom
  • Stainless steel, cast iron, or integral kitchen and laundry sinks
  • Pressure-balanced Kohler/ Delta shower valves combined with 3/4" copper water main and riser supply lines prevent scalding and ensure generous and uniform water supply throughout
  • Three exterior anti-freeze hose bibs
  • Ranaii Continuous Hot Water systems for energy and endless hot water showers.

Heating

  • High efficiency Trane/ Rheem gas furnace with high efficiency Trane/ Rheem air conditioning (twin systems are used in larger homes)
  • Digital setback thermostat
  • Central Aprilaire or Honeywell humidifier
  • Aprilaire high efficiency pleated media filter
  • Optional electronic air cleaner

Electrical

  • Minimum 200-amp main electrical service panel (400 amp panels are used in larger homes)
  • GFI circuits for exterior and bath areas
  • Switched lighting in all walk-in clothes closets
  • Exterior floodlights and post light
  • Switched plugs or fixtures in all rooms; hallway plugs
  • Combination exhaust fan/light ceiling fixtures in all baths and powder rooms
  • Generous light fixture allowance plus separate recessed lighting, phone and cable TV allowances

Cabinetry and Appliances

  • Cabinetry and counter allowances provide for custom designed Kahle's kitchen cabinetry (manufactured to size for each home in house by Colby Homes on detailed drawing software- 20/20) and a variety of counter selections (Corian, granite, cultured marble, laminate, etc.)
  • Appliance allowances tailored to meet the owner's budget, with quality brands such as Amana, Jenn-Air, Frigidaire, Subzero, Kitchen Aid, Bosch, Asko, Whirlpool, and Thermador appliances

Burglar and Fire Alarm

  • Burglar and fire alarm system includes exterior door sensors, basement window sensors, two control panels, motion detectors, smoke/heat detectors, and an exterior strobe light that is activated upon alarm

Decks/Walks/Driveways/Landscaping

  • Pressure treated exterior deck or paving stone patio included
  • Paving stone walk to front entrances
  • Asphalt driveways (with turning aprons), over crushed stone base
  • Fine graded, hand raked, and hydro-seeded lawns
  • Generous landscaping allowance for foundation plantings

Miscellaneous

  • All shower stalls are provided with Alumax shower doors
  • Mirrors above all vanity cabinets
  • 1/3 HP electric garage door openers with remote control, locking switch and electric eye safety mechanism

  • Competitive pricing for exceptional quality, with a truly custom home builder utilizing the same highly skilled subcontractors on each home to produce consistent and superior quality
  • Excellent housing investment and financial security offered in communities with superior location and consistent quality of design and construction, and in homes of superior fit and finish that endures for years to come
  • Peace of mind in the building process from working with an experienced professional design and building team that is accessible throughout the building process
  • Comprehensive warranty service after completion, with a financially stable builder supporting a full-time service staff
  • Lasting enjoyment in a finely designed and crafted home that has been custom-fit to meet the owners' lifestyle
  • Exceptional detail and innovative design, for homeowners who recognize the value of owning the best.

Detailed construction specifications are available upon request.