Structure Support -Steel posts complete with metal bearing plate top and bottom or Structural Composite Lumber (Engineered) posts as load requires.
Floor Beams - Structural Composite Lumber (Engineered) as indicated on plan.
Floor Joists - High performance, engineered wood structural framing members including blocking and bracing as required by design. Sill plates supplied as dimensional lumber including foam gasket.
Metal Hangers & Mechanical Connectors - For all required applications.
Floor Sheathing - 3/4” T & G standard plywood or 3/4” T & G oriented strand board (OSB), approved subfloor adhesive supplied.
Fasteners - Sufficient for framing, roofing and finishing. Pneumatic and standard nails included.
Basement Furring Walls & Insulation – Moisture control barrier, R10 rigid mineral wool insulation sheathing board, R14 mineral fibre insulation batts, 2" x 4" S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried studs spaced at 24" on centre with single top and bottom plate, and a variable-permeability smart vapour retarder.
Stairs – Material supplied for interior construction grade stairs.
Wallboard - Supplied for above grade applications. 1/2" drywall for walls, and 1/2" sag resistant drywall for ceilings, complete with sufficient screws, tape, joint filler and metal corner bead. Moisture resistant drywall included for all bathrooms.
Primer Paint - Supplied for coverage of all drywall.
Vinyl Siding - Premium gauge thickness in selected colours supplied for full exterior coverage, complete with trims. Strapping included to provide a drainage plane behind the siding.
Windows - High quality, white vinyl casement, energy efficient dual pane thermal glazed windows, including Low-E coating and argon gas. All units include jamb extensions and nailing fins, plus all necessary hardware and screens. All sealed units carry a manufacturer’s warranty. Windows supplied in pony walls and basement walkout walls as indicated on plan. Single hung and/or sliding windows will be supplied where shown on plan. All windows carry the Energy Star label.
Soffit and Fascia - Pre-finished aluminum complete with all accessories.
Ventilation - Roof vents, gable vents, insulation stops, and vented soffit. Continuous ridge vents supplied on cathedral ceilings.
Roof Sheathing - 1/2" standard plywood with ply clips.
Roof System – Engineered, factory assembled, raised heel trusses with metal connectors. Trusses spaced at 24” on centre. Includes gable end sheathing, miscellaneous framing and gable ladder material. Additional dimensional roof framing lumber included where required. Standard design specifications of trusses are 45lb. live load and 15 lb. dead load. Increased snow load may require modifications and additional charges.
Roof Finish – Limited lifetime architectural fibreglass shingles in selected styles and colours (IKO Cambridge or equivalent), pre-finished metal starter for roof perimeter, pre-finished metal for valleys, ice and water shield for eaves and valleys, synthetic underlayment for balance of roof, and all necessary flashings and accessories.
Fasteners - Sufficient for framing, roofing and finishing. Pneumatic and standard nails included.
Ceiling Insulation Minimum R-60 insulation in flat attic ceilings. Insulation in cathedral, sloped or vaulted ceilings will be supplied as specified on plan (minimum R-31 batts).
Roof Sheathing - 1/2” standard plywood with ply clips.
Roof System – Engineered, factory assembled raised heel trusses with metal connectors. Trusses spaced at 24" on centre. Includes gable end sheathing, miscellaneous framing and gable ladder material. Additional dimensional roof framing lumber included where required. Standard design specifications of trusses are 45lb. live load and 15 lb. dead load. Increased snow load may require modifications and additional charges.
Roofing – Limited lifetime architectural fibreglass shingles in selected styles and colours (IKO Cambridge AR or equivalent), pre-finished metal starter for roof perimeter, ice and water shield for eaves and valleys, synthetic underlayment for balance of roof, and all necessary flashings and accessories.
Fasteners - Sufficient for framing, roofing and finishing. Pneumatic and standard nails included.
Garage Packages All necessary framing materials for construction of garage included -2”x 4” S.P.F. grade stamped framing material at 16” on centre, 7/16” OSB exterior wall sheathing, engineered truss system 24” on centre, (standard design specifications of trusses are 45lb. live load and 15 lb. dead load. Increased snow load may require modifications and additional charges), 1/2” plywood roof sheathing, limited lifetime standard architectural fibreglass shingles (IKO Cambridge or equivalent) in selected colours, pre-finished metal starter for roof perimeter, pre-finished metal for valleys, ice and water shield for eaves and valleys, synthetic underlayment for balance of roof, and all necessary flashings and accessories, exterior weather barrier system, vinyl siding and accessories. 1/2” drywall supplied for walls and 5/8” drywall, 1/2” drywall and strapping, or 1/2” sag resistant drywall for ceiling, complete with sufficient screws, tape and joint filler. Minimum R-5 continuous insulation, R-14 batt insulation supplied for all exterior walls. Minimum R-20 batt insulation supplied for ceilings. Windows and swing doors as shown on plan, R16 insulated sectional overhead steel door (door lites are optional and priced separately), prefinished soffit and fascia. Note: Some models show optional garage packages that are priced separately.
Provided by our in-house Architectural Solutions Group, (BCIN certified in Ontario). Note: Plans are included as part of all Beaver Home and Cottage and are not available separately.
Builders Risk Insurance is included with every Beaver Home or Cottage Material Package. Basic policy covers up to $500,000 of construction value ($600,000 in Alberta) and $2,000,000 of liability coverage. Specifications are in accordance with National Building Code requirements. Insulation may have to be upgraded for electrically heated homes and for homes located in regions that have 5000 or more heating degree days. Changes to conform to provincial and municipal by-laws may be required. Contact your Beaver Home & Cottage Design Consultant for more information.
Exterior Wall Insulation R5 continuous insulation, R-22 batt insulation supplied for all exterior walls including pony walls. R5 expanding foam spray insulation for rim boards at the joist ends. Low expansion foam insulation for door and window installations. NOTE: Insulation requirements may vary due to local conditions.
Vapour Barrier/Retarder 6 mil polyethylene vapour barrier (CGSB approved) supplied with acoustical sealant.
Exterior Wall Framing - 2" x 6" S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried studs spaced 16" on centre with 2" x 6" double top and single bottom plates, 7/16" OSB exterior sheathing, minimum 2 ply 2" x 10" S.P.F. lintels - grade stamped, kiln dried lumber. Tall walls may include Structural Composite Lumber (SCL) studs and lintels to meet required standards of construction.
Fasteners - Sufficient for framing, roofing and finishing. Pneumatic and standard nails included.
Basement Furring Walls & Insulation – Moisture control barrier, R10 rigid mineral wool insulation sheathing board, R14 mineral fibre insulation batts, 2" x 4" S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried studs spaced at 24" on centre with single top and bottom plate, and a variable-permeability smart vapour retarder.
Pony (Knee) Wall Framing - Supplied on split level, bi-level and grade level entry plans (basement walkouts) where indicated on plans to include 2" x 6" S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried studs spaced at 16” on centre with 2" x 6" double top and single bottom plate with 7/16” OSB exterior sheathing.
Fasteners - Sufficient for framing, roofing and finishing. Pneumatic and standard nails included.
Exterior Weather Barrier System - House wrap air barrier and header wrap complete with window flashings, door flashings, and sealant tape.
Caulking & Sealants - Supplied for sealing exterior wall plates, doors, windows and other applications as required.
Vinyl Siding - Premium gauge thickness in selected colours supplied for full exterior coverage, complete with trims. Strapping included to provide a drainage plane behind the siding.
Entrance Doors - Supplied as per plan including lites, sidelites, and transoms. Lites are plain glass thermal units. All units are prehung and ready for installation.
Door Locks and Hardware - Premium quality locks and passage sets supplied throughout. All exterior swing doors include dead bolt assemblies. Grip set provided for front entrance door. Interior door stops supplied. Door locks and hardware come with a Manufacturers' Warranty.
Windows - High quality, white vinyl casement, energy efficient dual pane thermo glazed windows, including Low-E and argon gas to increase energy efficiency. All units include jamb extensions and nailing fins, plus all necessary hardware and screens. All sealed units carry a manufacturer's warranty. Windows supplied in pony walls and walkout walls as indicated on plan. Single hung and/or sliding windows will be supplied where shown on plan. All windows carry the Energy Star label.
Vinyl Siding - In selected colours supplied for full exterior coverage, complete with trims. Strapping provided where vertical applications apply.
Exterior Wall Insulation R5 continuous insulation, R-22 batt insulation supplied for all exterior walls including pony walls. R5 expanding foam spray insulation for rim boards at the joist ends. Low expansion foam insulation for door and window installations. NOTE: Insulation requirements may vary due to local conditions.
Vapour Barrier/Retarder 6 mil polyethylene vapour barrier (CGSB approved) supplied with acoustical sealant.
Interior Walls - 2" x 4" S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried studs spaced 16” on centre with 2" x 4" double top and single bottom plates. 2" x 6" material supplied for plumbing and bearing walls as indicated on plans.
Ventilation - Roof vents, gable vents, insulation stops, and vented soffit. Continuous ridge vents supplied on cathedral ceilings.
Ceiling Insulation Minimum R-60 insulation in flat attic ceilings. Insulation in cathedral, sloped or vaulted ceilings will be supplied as specified on plan (minimum R-31 batts).
Closets - Coated wire shelving with integral hanging rod.
Interior Trim 4" primed MDF baseboards and 2-3/4” primed MDF casings.
Interior Doors - Embossed, primed swing doors in selected profiles complete with jamb and stop. Matching bi-fold doors complete with jamb for closets, pocket doors included where indicated on plan.
Door Locks and Hardware - Premium quality locks and passage sets supplied throughout. All exterior swing doors include dead bolt assemblies. Grip set provided for front entrance door. Interior door stops supplied. Door locks and hardware come with a Manufacturers Lifetime Warranty.
Wallboard - Supplied for above grade applications. 1/2” drywall for walls, and 1/2” sag resistant drywall for ceilings, complete with sufficient screws, tape, joint filler and metal corner bead. Moisture resistant drywall included for all bathrooms.
Primer Paint - Supplied for coverage of all drywall.
Wood Beams - 4-ply 2 x 10 S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried, engineered floor, or number of plys to meet required standards of construction.
Floor Joists - 2 x 10 S.P.F. grade stamped, kiln dried, engineered floor. Sill plates supplied including foam gasket. Small cottage-type models may have 2 x 8 joists.
Metal Joist Hangers & Mechanical Connectors - All required applications
Bridging - 2 x 2 cross-bridging between joists as required.
Floor Sheathing - 5/8" T & G standard plywood or 3/4” T & G oriented strand board (OSB), adhesive supplied.
Fasteners - Sufficient for framing, roofing and finishing. Pneumatic and standard nails included.
Roof Sheathing - 1/2" standard plywood with ply clips.
Roof System – Engineered, factory assembled raised heel trusses with metal connectors. Trusses spaced at 24" on centre. Includes gable end sheathing, miscellaneous framing and gable ladder material. Additional dimensional roof framing lumber included where required. Standard design specifications of trusses are 45lb. live load and 15 lb. dead load. Increased snow load may require modifications and additional charges.
Roofing – Limited lifetime architectural fibreglass shingles in selected styles and colours (IKO Cambridge AR or equivalent), pre-finished metal starter for roof perimeter, ice and water shield for eaves and valleys, synthetic underlayment for balance of roof, and all necessary flashings and accessories.
Fasteners - Sufficient for framing, roofing and finishing. Pneumatic and standard nails included.
Soffit and Fascia - Pre-finished aluminum complete with all accessories
Windows - High quality, white vinyl casement, energy efficient dual pane thermo glazed windows, including Low-E and argon gas to increase energy efficiency. All units include jamb extensions and nailing fins, plus all necessary hardware and screens. All sealed units carry a manufacturer's warranty. Windows supplied in pony walls and walkout walls as indicated on plan. Single hung and/or sliding windows will be supplied where shown on plan. All windows carry the Energy Star label.
Exterior Weather Barrier System - House wrap air barrier and header wrap complete with window flashings, door flashings, and sealant tape.
Caulking & Sealants - Supplied for sealing exterior wall plates, doors, windows and other applications as required.
