Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
Talk of The Villages Florida - Rentals, Entertainment & More
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WELCOME HOME RUSTY!!!!!
![]() Terry and Teryl, Sal and Anne, Schaumburger! Thanks so much for keeping the pics coming in! As stated previously, no builder pics this week (?) so I really appreciate your efforts on my behalf. I feel I know you all already! And Bob, thanks again for your work on the spreadsheet. It's a good thing you are doing that or I'd never keep everyone straight! ![]() December cannot come fast enough for me! Look forward to meeting everyone in person!
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Hi Everyone - Hotrod - I stopped by Amherst Way yesterday and there was no one at your house, but I think that they put up the side boards (forms ?) for the driveway and front walk - maybe they will pour them on Monday. I stood on the street in fron of you house and because of the way that the street curves towards the left, you can easily see Calc's house - if you are in back I would guess that it is more difficult. There were so many workers at Calc's house (and their trucks) that I couldn't see much. I'll try to stop by later an check. Can't wait to mee you both !!
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While we wait for the next round of pictures and building status from our friends on location, let me ask some design experience questions to those who have been through it:
- Do they offer any options on exterior wall or ceiling insulation upgrades? - What kind of windows are standard (vinyl, wood, alum) and do they offer upgrades to casements & awnings? - Do they offer upgrades on high effeciency heat pumps? - Did I read somewhere that you can upgrade to an insulated garage door? - And will they insulate the lanai and garage ceiling? Can you tell that I'm an energy conservation freak ![]() |
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Has the Mayor of Gilchrist returned?
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The windows are Low-E insulated vinyl. Non-tilt. I asked for tilt but since everything is on one level, I opted out of that extra cost. I have them here and love them, but it should not be problematic to clean. The sills are not marble, but some sort of stone... Not sure about heat pumps??? Yes to insulated garage door at extra cost I don't think they insulate the lanai. Nor sure if they will... Not much help there but maybe someone else will have more answers!
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Insulated door $400, only needed if it faces S or W.
Insulated over lanai yes, but forgot cost but it is reachable to do later. Same on garage ceiling Exterior walls I think so, yes
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I asked about garage door insulation and was told no in March. Must be new. Wonder who they use. We face south and 20 degree drop in the garage would be delightful.
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easy to add now......not a big deal.
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Finally returned and able to post again after getting through my mound of mail and laundry--didn't miss either or the Ohio weather. Was nice to see the neighborhood up close and personnel and can't wait until we're residents--I'm so glad I stumbled upon this thread as I was looking to rent a golf cart or would have never communicated with such a wonderful group of people! I'm excited to break ground on Wednesday and am looking forward to the progress-can't believe that the house will be complete in 10 weeks-what an awesome New Year's gift--my husband now thinks he's off the hook for Christmas too
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Is it worth the extra cost to get the more efficient unit? How many months of the year do you need to use it? I have no experience with heating/cooling units as I have never had one in any of the homes I have lived in.
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To say U need higher efficiency must be calculated as to it's ROI (returned on investment) and cost of electric. So how many years would $2500 or $5500 take to recoup. Most cost here that have been posted are $90-$150 a month some a bit over $200 I would at the same time look into solar PV panels and get a 30% rebate from the Feds, then compare all those numbers. My opinion off the top.....forget all those options, too many years. Anyone do the real math? Or can you get that back on resale is another point, bet you could on solar. Solar for a pool or spa is an absolute winner.
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