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At Athena Custom Homes, all of our homes are manufactured by premier modular home builder Epoch Homes.  Epoch Homes is considered the "Cadillac" in the industry, and is known for its high quality construction, use of brand-name materials, and most recently leading the way on green building.  This is a quick overview of some of the specifications Epoch uses to make sure every home is built to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.

 

Building Specifications


1.  Solid 2x2 wood bridging reduces opportunity for floor squeaks and adds to structural rigidity.

 
2.  Floor joists are S-Dried (spruce, pine, fir) at 16" on center (2x10 for 26 or 28 wide.)
 
3.  Exterior walls are 2x6 studs S-Dried (spruce, pine, fir)at 16" on center.
 
4.  Full 8' ceiling height with options for 9' on the first floor of colonials.
 
5.  Floor sheathing is Plum Creek 3/4" tongue & groove plywood, both glued and nailed to joists.
 
6.  Sheetrock joints on exterior walls are reinforced with plywood backer for additional strength.
 
7.  Electrical outlets are caulked to reduce air infiltration.
 
8.  Nail plates protect electrical wiring.
 
9.  Plywood seams are caulked for added air infiltration protection.
 
10.  200 amp service handles large electrical loads.
 
11.  1/2" plywood sheathing, glued and fastened with 7/16" x 1-3/4" chisel point resin coated
       fasteners.
 
12.  5/8" plywood sheathing. Staggered joints, fastened with 2" resin coated 16 gauge fasteners.
 
13.  7/12 pitch folding truss, with options for 5/12 and 9/12 pitches. Optional 5/12 to 12/12 folding
       rafters with options for usable attic storage and add-on dormers.
 
14.  12" R-38 fiberglass batt insulation with vapor barrier towards warm side.
 
15.  Soffits over kitchen cabinet.
 
16.  Yorktowne kitchen cabinets and vanities in your choice of hickory, maple, oak, or white
       thermafoil.
 
17.  Moen stainless steel, double bowl kitchen sink, with Moen single lever faucet and spray.
 
18.  Armstrong vinyl floor with no wax wear surface using Interflex installation system.
 
Specifications are subject to change due to supply, production, specific order requirements, or code requirements.
 

 For more information, you can download a PDF of Epoch's detailed building specifications.