Lot 10 - Tate -1690sf -1.5 acres -$262,950

480sf-attached garage (24'x20')

*1304sf Basement (expanded by Metwood system)-unfinished w/ rough-in bath*

This fine home is the classic Country Colonial designed by award winning architect Frank Betz. Your home is built by Argabright Contractors - a Class A contractor serving Virginia since 1964 and the developer of Virginia Ridge.

Your onsite developer/builder, Argabright Contractors has provided and supervised the installation of the well, road, and underground utilities.  Electricity is provided by Bedford Power to a 200-amp breaker box. Telephone service is provided by Verizon.

Structure - 3000psi steel reinforced concrete footers and foundation. Foundation waterproofing carries 10 year manufacture's warranty. Floor and roof trusses have been engineered by Shoffner Industries.  The sub floor is 3⁄4" tongue and groove advantec board. All stud walls are built in place, no prefabrication in this quality built home. The house is wrapped with Dupont Tyvek house wrap on 7/16" Georgia Pacific OSB plywood.

The foyer is open to the 2nd floor. All other ceilings are 8' height. A laundry room is included on the first level. The master suite includes a shower and soaker tub. Soaker tub has a ceramic tile surround.

Mechanical- 1" water line to home and 3⁄4" interior main lines with commercial "L" type copper pipe in your home. Schedule 40 PVC drain lines are used. Plumbing fixtures include-Lasco fiberglass shower, Akers soaker tub, American Standard -Cadet line elongated toilets, Moen chateau line faucets, 8" stainless steel kitchen sink. The hot water heater is 50 gallon manufactured by A. O. Smith. Septic
system will include a 1000 tank and distributed through 6 - 60" deep -60' lines. HVAC -The main level is serviced by a 2 ton Carrier heat pump; an additional 2-ton unit services the upstairs. Ductwork will be made of sheet metal and wrapped with 1 1⁄2" insulation.

Windows are MW vinyl clad, double hung, insulated with panes hidden. Window returns are cased with painted wood jambs and sills. Screens are included.  All exterior walls are insulated with 3 1⁄2" R-13 Kraft faced insulation. The attic space is insulated with R-30 blown cellulose insulation 

The shingles are Prestique High Definition - Architectural with a 30-year guarantee on 30# felt.  The vinyl siding is Revere Amherst- Double Dutch 5".  The 30' front country porch is supported with 4"x4" treated posts enclosed in vinyl sleeves.  Vinyl pickets are used on the front porch, vinyl lattice trims under the porch. The porch ceiling is finished with vinyl soffit material. The rear deck is 12'x16'
built with pressure treated lumber.

Carpet is Cabin Crafts with stain control and scotchguard protection, manufactured by Shaw Industries.  4 lb - 1⁄2" bonded padding is used. Vega II vinyl flooring by Mannington is applied on 1⁄4" tecply underlayment in kitchen and baths. Exterior Doors will be Therma- Tru insulated. Interior doors to be raised panel. Walls will be sand finished plaster, smooth in kitchen and baths. 2 coats latex paint on finished walls, and 2 coats on interior wood. Closets include closet storage organizers.

The 480sf garage is plastered and includes a Foam Core II - 16'x 7' insulated garage door with raised panels and includes a 1⁄2 hp electric opener. A pull down stairs is included for access to garage storage.

Range, microwave and dishwasher by GE are included. Cabinets are Raised panel Oak collection with concealed European hinges, manufactured by Aristokraft. Vanities provided match the kitchen cabinets and are finished with a marbleized vanity top.

A 36" gas fireplace is used. A 5' oak stained mantle with natural rock surround is included.  All exterior concrete walls are covered with Brick. A 42" wide concrete walk from the front porch to the gravel driveway is included.

 Upgrades included

  • Vaulted ceiling in Master Bedroom
  • Basement extended 480sf under garage using Metwood system
  • Brick to grade exterior

Prices subject to change based on market condition

Argabright Contractors, Inc
1227 Virginia Ridge Drive-Hardy, VA 24101
540-890-2970

For floor plans, or a personal tour, Contact John McGreevey jmcgreevey@aol.com by e-mail or call 800-365-5253.

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