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Old 02-01-2024, 08:52 AM
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Stucco Block homes (masonry ) are rated the highest for sound proofing vs tilt or stick. STC is maximized because of mass air mass resonance (or the second wall having drywall attached lol). That said, they cost more to build and can have leakage problems. The Villages has done well on stucco surfacing though. Masonry would be my first choice.

Rated overall

1. Masonry/ block
2. Tilt
3. Stick
Totally agree with this post. We have owned both stick & block here.

Never would do tilt though, unless we really loved the location. It is a process that saves only the builder/developer $, which is not passed down to the buyer. Cannot modify the build, if say you want to add a room or window or doorway later.