Superior Home Quality, it’s Built-In!
Your Traditions of America home features superior quality and energy-efficient products from the most respected names in the industry: Kohler, Whirlpool, Emser Tile, and more. Click the icons below to learn more about the features that are standard in every home that we build.
Shingle Roof
GAF has been in business producing roofing products for over 125 years and rated #1 in shingle quality by contractors and home builders. GAF 30 year architectural shingles not only add beauty to your home, but have long lasting color and superior protection against wind damage.
Windows
Windows are double-hung, easy to clean, energy-star rated with low E glass, energy sealed and tested for leaks.
Doors
Enjoy the safety and comfort of Therma-Tru doors.
Landscaping & Snow Removal
At Traditions of America, your grass is cut, the leaves are raked, and snow removal is taken care of giving you more freedom to do the things you love.
HVAC
Traditions of America homes feature HVAC systems by Carrier, the inventor of modern AC and industry leader for innovative home comfort solutions. Carrier offers a full range of top-of-the-line heating and cooling products that seamlessly work together to customize indoor environments. Created with families in mind, they are simple to operate, energy efficient, and quiet.
DOW Residential Insulated
Dow Residential Insulation Board Sheathing provides a level, even surface for new siding material, plus helps enhance energy efficiency, reduce condensation, and create an attractive, long-lasting home exterior.
Independent Energy Audit
All penetrations of walls, floors and ceilings are energy-sealed and walls are sealed at the floor and attic to reduce potential drafts. Each home is tested for efficiency by performing a blower door test, infrared scan and duct blast.
9' Vaulted Ceiling
Nine foot ceilings throughout the first floor living areas; volume, sloped, vaulted and tray ceilings vary per plan creating unique structure for each room throughout the home.
Quality Flooring By Emser Tile, Shaw and Mannington
Our homes showcase tile by Emser Tile, carpet by Shaw and hardwood flooring by Mannington. All three manufacturers are industry leaders in the products they produce, all known for long-lasting quality and durability.
Appliances
Our homes feature quality Whirlpool brand appliances. Your Kitchen can be customized using any products in the Whirlpool family, including Maytag, Whirlpool, KitchenAid and Jenn-Air.
Kohler Fixtures
Kohler products are featured in every Traditions of America home. Family-owned for 4 generations, Kohler products are made in the USA and exhibit the quality and style synonymous with the brand. With Kohler’s wide selection of products and “bold” designs, you can customize your Kitchen and Bath fixtures to fit your style.
Granite Countertops
A highly durable and unique showpiece, each granite slab is unlike the next and your countertop will be unique to your home.
Medallion Cabinetry
We offer Medallion Cabinetry, where every cabinet is manufactured in the USA and engineered to last. Backed by a lifetime warranty, Medallion Cabinetry comes in a wide variety of styles, wood finishes and colors.
Energy Efficiency at Traditions of America
Traditions of America not only focuses on building quality homes, but doing it in a way that is environmentally responsible. We Go Green so that you can save money and Live Better in your home at one of our 55+ communities.
Framing
- Advanced framing plans to reduce waste
- Arsenic-free borate treated sills
- Engineered roof truss systems for efficient use of materials
Mechanicals
- High efficiency HVAC units
- EPA certified technicians for refrigerant handling
- Pex with Manabloc systems for faster hot water to reduce energy waste (per community)
- Manabloc systems allow you to quickly & easily access all shut-off valves at the main control panel
- Zone dampers for lofts for added temperature control and comfort
- Digital/programmable thermostats included standard on each floor
- Energy-efficient tankless water heater
Insulation
- Blown-in insulation that includes up to 50% recycled materials
- Wall insulation that includes up to 30% recycled materials
- Either 2×4 walls, 2×6 walls, or 2×4 walls with exterior insulation board to increase thermal resistance, per community
Interior Features
- Sherwin-Williams low VOC paint
- Medallion Cabinets with Low VOC adhesives and 100% recycling of hardwood waste
- Carpet and pads that includes upwards of 75% recycled materials
- Green flooring products with low or no VOC
- Whirlpool® Energy Star Appliances
Airtight Construction
- All light fixtures, walls, roof trusses and more are sealed with an energy-efficient, code-accepted sealant to increase energy efficiency and reduce drafts
- Fireplace box is insulated and sealed with Thermax to prevent drafts
- All sill plates are caulked to the foundation
Testing & Certification
- Independent energy audit with certification for each home
- Infra-red camera testing to detect possible vulnerable spots in the exterior envelope
- Complete infiltration evaluation with a calibrated blower door test
- Confirmation of airtight construction of heating and cooling ductwork
Our Partners
We are proud to partner with some of the best names in the industry. Our active adult communities feature products from leading manufacturers who continuously deliver quality and durability.