When you receive the keys to your brand new custom home built by Creative Homes, you can be secure in the knowledge that you're about to enter a house that is masterfully built by the finest local talent, using the building expertise that E.B. Jobe brings to every project he has undertaken since he began building custom homes in the 1970's. At Creative Homes, we strive for the absolute best in everything that we put our name on.
By staying abreast of emerging technology, and keeping our standards consistently high, we have found new and innovative techniques in home building that above-standard feature energy efficient house plans that help to keep our beloved Texas Hill Country clean and healthy for future generations. Below is just a partial list of hidden quality above-standard features that we put into our homes. Call our design studio in Canyon Lake, TX for a home tour, and get ready to see the quality that we put into each and every one!
Construction
Engineered foundations
9' and higher plate lines offered in all plans
2 x 6 Exterior walls for structural integrity
1/2" plywood sheathing for exterior on the entire home
Texas natural stone or stucco exteriors on many plans
Fiber cement systems that include siding, trim boards, and soffit for low maintenance
1 x 6 pre-stained pine tongue and groove porch soffit
35 year mildew resistant composition shingles
Optional 24 ga. standing seam metal roofing or cement tile roofing
Site specific designed foundation
Energy efficient house plans
Energy Star specifications on construction and products
Vinyl double pane insulated Low-E tinted windows
16+ SEER Trane or equal high efficiency are zoned air conditioning with Propane heat
Fresh air blending system to assure the proper exchange of outside air to improve air quality
Touch screen programmable thermostats
Rinnai Propane On demand tankless water heater and electric units also available
5 1/2" of open cell spray insulation in all rafters and 3 1/2" open cell spray insulation in all exterior walls, including garages
R 19 batt insulation in all interior walls for extra sound control
Touch screen or smart wifi compativle programbable thermoastats
Cabinetry
Custom built all wood cabinetry throughout the home featuring soft close door hinges and soft close drawer guides
Pull out shelves on all kitchen base cabinets for ease of access and 42" height of all upper cabinets
Countertops
Granite or Quartz countertops in all kitchen, bath, and utility areas with an option of granite or tile backsplashes
Plumbing fixtures
Moen water saving fixtures and elongated toilets in all baths
PEX plumbing lines for all water supply lines
Shower options include:
Handheld
Rainhead
Body Sprays
Audio/security
Cat 5 wiring for phone and TV outlets in all bedrooms, living areas, and kitchen
Prewired for security
Prewired for surround sound in main living area
Prewired for security camera option for front porch
Baths
Full tile surround on all tub/shower areas and many plans with walk in showers in Master Suite
Option of Garden, Whirlpool, or freestanding tub in Master Suite
Other interior design above-standard features
Round sheetrock corners throughout the entire home including window surround.
Eight foot interior doors
42" fireplaces with rock facades, hearth and mantles
Stainless steel appliances
Tile flooring in all baths, kitchen, living, and utility rooms
Carpet in all bedrooms and closets
Options available for wood flooring
Ceiling designs on many plans including vaulted and pop up areas