Quality Construction
Feature
Live Oak Homes
The Other Guys
Why We’re Better
Feature
Shingles
Live Oak Homes
Nailed Shingles
The Other Guys
Air Gun Applied Nails or Staples.
Why We’re Better
We nail our shingles so they will last longer, be more consistent and better fastened for maximum performance.
Feature
Sub Floor
Live Oak Homes
3/4″ Tongue and Groove Floor Decking. Manufactured on site with three layers of 5-ply Structure One Plywood.
The Other Guys
19/32″ Tongue and Groove Floor Decking. Floor secured by staples.
Why We’re Better
Stronger floors 25% thicker. Reduced floor squeaks.
Feature
Structure
Live Oak Homes
Custom Ridge Beam
The Other Guys
or Wood I-beam
Why We’re Better
Stronger back bone of house and allows more design floor plan flexibility.
Feature
Bathroom
Live Oak Homes
1 Piece Fiberglass Tubs and Showers (Excluding Runners)
The Other Guys
3 Piece Plastic Tubs and Showers
Why We’re Better
More durable, less leaks and easier to keep clean.
Feature
Carpets
Live Oak Homes
100% Solution Dyed Carpet
The Other Guys
Sprayed On Carpet Treatments
Why We’re Better
Clean our carpets with bleach solution and more stain resistant.
Feature
Cabinets
Live Oak Homes
3/8″ Solid End Panels on Cabinet Systems
The Other Guys
1/8″ Lauan or MDF Paneling on Side of Cabinets
Why We’re Better
More durable stronger cabinet system.
Feature
Windows
Live Oak Homes
9 over 9 White Grid Windows (Excluding Runners). Upgraded Low E Windows Optional (Excluding Runners).
The Other Guys
6 over 6 White Grid Windows. Vinyl windows are optional.
Why We’re Better
More residential appeal. Lower utility bills.
Feature
Insulation
Live Oak Homes
R-21 Standard Roof Insulation
The Other Guys
R- 14 Standard Roof Insulation
Why We’re Better
Lower utility bills.
Feature
Eaves
Live Oak Homes
Residential Fully Ventilated Cement Fiber Board Eaves
The Other Guys
Metal Eaves
Why We’re Better
Neater residential finish and better ventilation.
Feature
Frame
Live Oak Homes
Rolled I-beam Frames with Full Width Outriggers
The Other Guys
Corrugated I-beams
Why We’re Better
Stronger frame for the foundation of your home.
Feature
Light Fixtures
Live Oak Homes
Upgraded 13″ Glass Light Fixtures
The Other Guys
Some Glass, Some Plastic
Why We’re Better
More residential appeal.
Feature
Electrical Outlets
Live Oak Homes
Stud mounted switches and electrical outlets (except for selective applications)
The Other Guys
Butterfly Boxes (They Should Call Them “Moth” Boxes)
Why We’re Better
Will not pull through sheet rock.
Six Reasons To Love Our All New Plantation Home Models
1. Tape & Texture Walls
Nothing beats the upscale look of tape and texture walls. It adds a beautiful, seamless and clean finish to your home. That’s why we include this feature on every Plantation Home Model.
2. Knockdown Textured Ceilings
3. Cabinets Made With Real Wood
4. Exciting Paint Color Choices
5. Enhanced Lighting & Upgraded Window Treatments
6. 2X6 Exterior Wall Construction
Our doubewide and triplewide Plantation homes have 2X6 walls with OSB Wrap, which provides you with the best built home in the industry. We build our homes with the strongest ceilings, walls and floors to provide your family with safety and security for years to come.
Quality Homes at Affordable Prices