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Old 11-19-2022, 10:16 AM
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We see three methods of construction in the Villages. Precast is the newest method, while Block and stucco and Frame and Vinyl have been around awhile. How much emphasis do you place on the construction method when choosing a home? If you love the house and the location would you reject it upon finding out it was not your preferred construction method?
5 Years ago, block was 5K higher than frame in the mid priced homes. Defintely worth the extra money then. Block(CBS) is stronger and less likelihood of having termite problems and can be easily be re painted. Siding painting does require an additive to the paint and siding does fade. Pre cast is better than both(more uniform) and should be considered. Lived in Palm Beach County before moving to TV and best wind protected homes were pre cast. Pre cast can have a lifetime finish also. Need to ask if TV's pre cast walls are lifetime finished.