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New vs. Used Home Comparison
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| After careful review of the advantages of building a new home compared to settling for a used home… the value is clearly obvious. Building new is the better choice. | ||
| USED HOME | vs. |
NEW HOME |
| Health concerns with radon and mold | vs. | All new materials and radon systems incorporated |
| Hidden problems that can’t be seen | vs. | All new, inspections performed during construction |
| Inefficient heating systems | vs. | Latest technology with high efficiency systems |
| Cast iron drain pipes that will leak and need replacement | vs. | PVC and pex piping done to current codes |
| Dated septic system that will need replacement soon | vs. | New system that should last 20+ years |
| Well with unknown flow rate | vs. | Well drilled to meet or exceed flow requirements |
| Dated well pump that will need replacement soon | vs. | New Gould’s stainless steel pump warranted |
| Settle for avocado appliance colors | vs. | Choose from all latest colors & features available |
| Settle for floor plan that is not conducive to lifestyle | vs. | Choose the layout that suites your specific needs |
| 24% wasted space with poor room layout | vs. | Design the layout to put space where you need it |
| Poor kitchen size and layout | vs. | Latest in design and size according to desire |
| Countertops that is worn and outdated | vs. | New with any surface type as option |
| Lack of closet space | vs. | Designed with closet space to fit your needs |
| Shag carpet with pet odors or fleas | vs. | New flooring options that are resilient & attractive |
| Outdated wallpaper or paint that needs replacement | vs. | Choose colors that you want from the start |
| Outdated avocado bath fixtures | vs. | Choose the colors and styles you prefer |
| Worn out vinyl floors | vs. | Choose new vinyl or tile options |
| Poorly insulated and hard to improve | vs. | Well insulated, energy efficient, improved air quality |
| Low 7’ ceilings | vs. | Standard 8’ and can do any height you choose |
| Pests and insects in walls and ceilings | vs. | New with no pests and can spray to prevent future |
| Foundation wall leaks | vs. | Sprayed on lifetime warranted coating |
| Basement floor wet | vs. | Crushed stone under floor with pipes to drain water |
| Live with damp musty basement not usable | vs. | Basement w/proper moisture barriers and insulation |
| Siding that needs painting or replacement | vs. | All maintenance free vinyl, only occasional washing |
| Exterior Trim that needs replacement or paint | vs. | All maintenance free aluminum or Azek |
| Inefficient windows that leak and don’t tilt to clean | vs. | Tilting insulated double pane with triple available |
| Inefficient doors that are split or dented | vs. | Paint or stainable fiberglass that won’t split or warp |
| Electrical outlets and switches not laid out to code | vs. | All outlets and switches to code with options |
| Floors uneven and squeak | vs. | ¾” tongue and groove subfloor glued and screwed |
| Roof shingles need replacement or will soon | vs. | 25 year minimum shingle warranty |
| Attic not vented causing condensation and ice dams | vs. | Soffit and ridge vented to allow adequate air flow |
| Chimney not lined, will need to be before boiler upgrade | vs. | New chimney built to code with clay liners |
| Settle for location where the house is already | vs. | Choose where to build anywhere land is available |
| Settle for the house exposure orientation | vs. | Take advantage of passive solar and natural light |