[JohnN]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

The insulation R-value and noise transmission levels are basically the same for block and frame walls.

Owned a frame , I could hear the neighbors next door. Noise transmission was an issue.

When we moved here full-time, concrete block was a must have - very quiet.
12 years, we painted it once, filled a few cracks, easy stuff. My vote is concrete.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by JohnN

Owned a frame , I could hear the neighbors next door. Noise transmission was an issue.

When we moved here full-time, concrete block was a must have - very quiet.
12 years, we painted it once, filled a few cracks, easy stuff. My vote is concrete.

I don't know, but you could have had some construction defects. The building code has minimum requirements for exterior wall insulation R values and for sound transmission, STC ratings. They may vary a little, but they should be basically the same regardless of the type of construction materials used.

[Keefelane66]

Originally Posted by chrisinva

Currently live in a block constructed home, built 2018, with stucco surface. I'm considering a frame constructed , per the TV advertisement, home in Citrus Grove. The frame house has siding. I didn't know the developer still made frame homes.

Being from the north, I've heard & believe that block construction is better than frame for withstanding hurricanes. Your opinions? Thanks!

We have a poured concrete home if you remember the fable “I’ll Huff and puff and blow your house down”
Concrete block or poured.

[mtdjed]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Block is better, but there is really nothing wrong with buying a frame house. In my opinion, the main drawbacks for a frame house are the appearance and the possibility that the vinyl siding can be damaged.

Not all framed homes have Vinyl siding. We have hardie board.

[thelegges]

No worries about hurricane, it the tornadoes they have been destructive for manufacture, stick, block, and Mallory

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by mtdjed

Not all framed homes have Vinyl siding. We have hardie board.

Most within TV are vinyl.

[bcsnave]

Originally Posted by mtdjed

Not all framed homes have Vinyl siding. We have hardie board.

I have not seen Hardie Cement Board siding in TV. Where at?

[dsnrbec]

We’ve had both here in The Villages with the same square footage. There’s been virtually no difference in electric usage or noise issues.

[Cybersprings]

Concrete vs. wood: Which is more soundproof? — Acuslat.

[Cybersprings]

Also, the R-value of an 8" CMU block wall is about 1 (basically nothing). So the walls need to have basically the same insulation added for code as stick built. So 8" concrete block with intermittent concrete filling would almost definitely have more sound insulation than 2x4 or 2x6 with insulation and OSB or plywood sheathing. I would be if the stick built house meets sound insulation standards, the block wall far exceeds them.

[BrianL99]

Originally Posted by bcsnave

I have not seen Hardie Cement Board siding in TV. Where at?

There's at least one person in TV I've heard of, who replaced their Vinyl Siding with Hardie Board. Great product, but very pricey.

[jimdecastro]

Originally Posted by chrisinva

Currently live in a block constructed home, built 2018, with stucco surface. I'm considering a frame constructed , per the TV advertisement, home in Citrus Grove. The frame house has siding. I didn't know the developer still made frame homes.

Being from the north, I've heard & believe that block construction is better than frame for withstanding hurricanes. Your opinions? Thanks!

I had both. I find the block to be MORE maintenance. The bigger thing is the view and neighborhood. I left Citrus Grove for the view - only. I bought in Newell instead of Richmond BECAUSE of the proximity of the great people of Citrus Grove. But I will say the retail and construction issues are still meaningful - but improving.

[Dotneko]

Also remember the value of a vinyl vs block. When we built, our original model was 20,000 more as a block vs a vinyl.
Went with block because I looked up snakes in exterior vinyl walls...

[Ksarracco]

Originally Posted by chrisinva

Currently live in a block constructed home, built 2018, with stucco surface. I'm considering a frame constructed , per the TV advertisement, home in Citrus Grove. The frame house has siding. I didn't know the developer still made frame homes.

Being from the north, I've heard & believe that block construction is better than frame for withstanding hurricanes. Your opinions? Thanks!

Absolutely

Originally Posted by vintageogauge

I don't know about heat/ac insulating values but I know for a fact the frame/vinyl homes allow for a lot more outside noise being heard.

My house is frame. The windows effect what you hear from outside. Double-pane windows are the norm in T V and fixes any noise. I don't hear anything through my frame walls or windows.

Noisy outside? The garbage truck is the only thing I hear inside the house. Advise, check to see where the turnpike is in relation to the property as it will increase noise on your patios. Check to see if you have an ABnB nextdoor and disrespectful visitors. Many other factors cause the outside enjoyment of your home to be less desireable than the frame walls creating a less than desireable interior experience.