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3-8-10. SILVESTRI will be starting construction on a new spec home next week in LAKESHORE subdivision. Floor plan and elevation now available. Silvestri will also be finishing approx 700 square feet in the basement with full bath.
3-15-10 Today the excavator finished digging the full basement. Tommorrow, (3-16-10) the footer crew will form and pour the concrete footers. On Wednesday, (3-17-10) the poured wall concrete foundation will be formed and poured. Thursday/Friday, (18th & 19th) The foundation forms will be removed and the waterproofing of the exterior walls will be applied. We will now be ready for the foundation inspection by the building department.
3-22-10 through 3-26-10. Monday morning and Carlo or Joe will do their own quality control check of the foundation, footers, and foudation waterproofing. Foundation qulity check is passed! The site is now ready to backfill the foundation. The underground gas and water lines will be installed. The structual steel, window and doors, and roof truss order will also be placed this week. Wheather permitting, the framers may be able to start the house late in the week.
3-29-10 through April 2nd. Framing crew will be hard at work putting all of the top grade lumber together piece by piece to construct this home.
4-5 through 4-9. Last weeks wheater was awesome. Sun, sun, and more sun. All the exterior walls were built last week and the framing crew will be installing the roof trusses and roof sheeting this week. The roofer will felt paper the sheeting and then apply the dimensional shingles. The weather tight TREMCO BARRIER will be sprayed on the exterior of house. The windows and exterior doors will then be installed.
4-12 through 4-16. Another great week of wheater. The dimensional shingles were installed which starts the process of showing what this homes true colors will be. The plumbing and HVAC craftmen also started last week installing all of the crucial interior pieces that set within the walls of this home.
4-19 through 4-23. The Electrical contractors began to prewire the home and worked together as a team with the HVAC and plumbing contractors as they finished their work. The fireplace was also installed. On the exterior of the home the Cultured stone was applied and the stucco crew applied the base chicken wire which is the 1st step of the labor intense stucco procedure.
4-26 through 4-30. This past week was inspection week for all the rough mechanicals in the home. Joe and Carlo personally inspect the HVAC, the plumbing, the gas lines, the fireplace, the electrical, phone/cable prewire, the framing, and the insulation. After walking the home with all the mechanical trades, Joe and Carlo schedule inspections with the Delaware County Building Dept. All inspections pass and we are ready for drywall.
5-3 through 5-7. This week the drywall tradesmen will begin the art of hanging the drywall. Once this is complete the metal corner bead is applied and the tapeing and finishing process of the drywall will follow. On the exterior of the home the Stucco crew will apply the 1st coat of stucco which is called the brown coat. The exterior painters will also apply the color coat of stain on the pre primed exterior wood.
5-10 through 5-14. This week the drywall finishers will skillfully apply the final finish coat to the drywall. The ceiling crew then follows and apply the knockdown finish to all the ceilings. On the exterior of the home the concrete crew starts to prepare to pour the driveway and walkways.
5-17 through 5-21. This week the hardwood and interior trim trades both begin their work on the interior of this home. On the exterior the concrete drive and walkways are poured.
5-24 through 5-28. The interior trim crew continues to apply the wood mouldings that distinguish a Silvestri home from their competitiors. Oversized casings, crown, base mouldings, faux panels, solid 2 panel doors and wood shelfs are all standard features. On the exterior of the home the final stucco color is applied.
5-31 through 6-4. The interior trim crew is on the home stretch. The custom cabinets were delivered and the installation process is under way. On the exterior the gutters, downspouts, and drain tiles have all been installed.
6-7 through 6-11. The interior trim crew has finished installing the cabinets and custom crafting the wrought iron staircase overlooking the great room. The painting crew has started their art of preparing the wood work throughout the home to be stained and painted. The tile crew is busy crafting the tile walls and tub surrounds in all 4 full baths in the home. On the exterior of the home the landscaping is installed and the lawn irrigation system has also been installed.
6-14 through 6-18. The painters have finished the woodwork. Their next step is to tape off the woodwork and paint the walls. On the exterior of the home the sod crew used the rock hound for final grade and layed almost an 1/2 acre of sod. This is where the STANDARD IRRIGATION SYSTEM is nice. Enjoy a cold drink on the STANDARD PAVER PATIO instead of moving hose around all weekend.
6-21 through 6-25. This past week many of the finishing details and products started to get installed. The painters finished two coating the walls. The granite kitchen tops and tile backsplash were installed. The electricians began to install all the light fixtures and wall switches. The plumbers began to set all the faucets, toilets and water tanks. The heating contractor set the AC unit and return air grids. On the exterior the irriagation system continues to water the new sod every day.
6-28 through 7-2. The electricians, plumbers and Hvac trades have all finished their crafts. Carlo inspected the installs and now contacts Delaware county. The inspectors will visit the home and check all of the finishing operations of the mechanical systems. The hardwood floor received two of the 3 coats of finish. The entire home has been vacumed with the power I shop vac in preparation of carpet. On the exterior the irriagation system continues to water the sod through the July heat.
7-5-through 7-9. The Marcello is now in contract. Hardwood flooring has been added to one room and faucet changes are being made per the customers request. Carpet selections have been made by the soon to be owners. The new carpet order should be available for install late next week. This past week has been spent by the Silvestri detail crew checking off the 300+ Quality check list created by Carlo and Joe.
7-12 through 7-16. The carpet arrived and has been installed. Interior door hardware, mirrors, and shower doors also have been installed. Final hvac, electric, plumbing, gas pressure test, and DESC inspection have also been signed off by Delaware county.
7-19 through 7-23. Last full working week before The Silvestri Marcello is proudly presented to the excited buyers from California. Appliances have been installed and Final Occupancy has been issued from The County.
7-26 through 7-3-2010. The Silvestri Quality check list has been completed. The buyers and Carlo Silvestri have walked the home. Closing has been completed. Another proud owner of a SILVESTRI home.
Summerwood offers 1+ acre lots. Summerwood is located in the Olentangy school district. Summerwood is minutes away from boating, bike and walking trails, camping, and many more outdoor activities. Summerwood is also within ten minutes of I-71, Polaris, Westerville, Genoa Township, Sunbury, Village of Galena and Lewis Center. Take a drive and see the beautiful summerwood subdivision. Silvestri has only 5 lots remaining.
UPDATE: : As of July 28th 2010. Silvestri hsa only 4 lots remaining.
Summerwood
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We are introducing our New Silvestri 2 story Plan. This home has over 3000 sq ft. of living space on the first and second floor plus approx 875 sq ft of living space in the lower finish level. 10 ft first floor ceilings, granite countertops, iron spindles, custom trim package and much more. This home is now in the interior trim stage. 3875 sq feet of living space for $439,900.Click here to view the floorplan.
This is a great chance for you to take advantage of the Tax Credit that is available to new home buyers. Questions? Contact us today call Carlo (614-206-0998) or Joe (614-206-0997)
7346 Lakeshore
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Take a short drive and visit The Reserve at Hoover subdivision located in Franklin County / Westerville schools, just east of Hoover Dam. There are only 8 wooded 1+ acre lots remaining. Click below and view photos. Very peaceful and beautiful setting. Call Joe Silvestri 614 206 0997.
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THE RESERVE AT HOOVER. This new 1st floor master plan is an exciting new floor plan. The great room has 12 foot ceilings and is open to the large kitchen and kitchen dinnette. The Florida room and screen porch are just two of the ways this home take advantage of the views of this spectacular one acre plus home site. The 1st floor den offers custom built bookcases and waynescoating walls. The master retreat/sitting area boasts designer tray ceiling. The master spa has a custom tile shower, soaking tub, and his/her vanaties. The 2nd floor has two additional bedrooms and full bath. The finished basement has a workout room, entertainment room and full bath. If you have not been to The Reserve at Hoover please come and visit.
Reserve at Hoover 1st Floor Master
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CHECK OUT THE VIEW! This new SILVESTRI Prentice Deluxe will have a finished walk out basement. Home is located in Lakeshore subdivision in Orange township, Delaware county, Olentangy Schools. Only 4 lots remain in this 41 lot subdivision. Call Carlo. 614 206 0998.
2700 Alum Crossing
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Silvestri has sold our model home located at 2586 Alum Crossing Dr. Construction on our new model is already under way. The new model home is at the entrance of LAKESHORE (2447 Alum Crossing.) Grand opening to be September 1st, 2010. Our temp sales center will be open Saturday and Sunday from 12-7 located in Lakeshore at 6493 Keel Ct.. Monday thur Friday will be by appointment. Call Carlo Silvestri at 614 206 0998 or Joe Silvestri at 614 206 0997. The new model will be The Prentice Deluxe 5 level split.
Our new model is now in the interior trim stage. On target for September 1st opening.
2471 Alum Crossing
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THE VALERIE. Construction Photos of lot 7346 LAKESHORE. 2471 Alum Crossing.
7347 Lakeshore
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New Silvestri model home under construction. The Prentice Deluxe 5 level split.
Silvestri has just started a 5 level split in SUMMERWOOD. Summerwood offers 1 acre home sites, Olentangy schools, AlumCreek beach and boating , Within 10 minute drive of Cities of Westerville, Sunbury, Galena, and Lewis Center.
The home boast a Florida room off of the oversized Kitchen and dinette areas. Two story great room, Dining room with bay window, Den, and mud room off of the 3 car side loading garage. The master suite and spa is a must see. 10 X 30 walk in closet area, custom oversized shower with bench, whirlpool tub, and his/her vanity areas. The 3 large bedrooms with private baths and laundry room are located on the top level. The lower finished level has a full bar/kitchen area, 1/2 bath and 20 X 20 recreation room. The fully excavated 9 foot high poured walls leaves plenty of room for future expansion and storage. Call Carlo or Joe today.
Lakeshore is a 42 lot subdivision located in Delaware county, Lewis Center Ohio, Orange township. Lakeshore exteriors have to be all natural(no Vinyl siding permitted). Lakeshore is located minutes from Alum Creek parks and recreation. There are now only 4 lots remaining. Call Joe or Carlo Silvestri to build your families home in Lakeshore. Joe Silvestri cell=614 206 0997. Carlo Silvestri cell=614 206 0998.
Week of APRIL 19th. Last week SILVESTRI started construction of 3 new spec homes in LEWIS CENTER'S LAKESHORE Subdivision. The VALERIE and The PRENTICE DELUXE are two of Joe And Carlo Silvestri's newest design's. All three homes will be available for your family to move into by mid September. Call Joe or Carlo Silvestri for more information.
Joe and Carlo Silvestri want to thank everyone who stopped by to visit our model home over the last 3 weekends of the BIA homequest. "The show had an excellent turn out." Thanks again.
SILVESTRI HOMES is adding the finishing touches to the NEW 5 LEVEL SPLIT PLAN. We are scheduled to start digging by the end of April. The architects will be sending the final copies of the plans on Tuesday 3/30/2010. The NEW 5 LEVEL SPLIT will include ALL of the SILVESTRI'S UPGRADED STANDARD FEATURES. For more information, please contact Joe at 614-206-0997 or Carlo at 614-206-0998.
Despite rain and clouds, the 1st weekend of the BIA HOMEQUEST was a huge success. If you missed out this past weekend, come and visit our SILVESTRI model from noon to 6 PM on either Saturday 20th or Sunday 21st. Carlo Silvestri will be there both days.
The BIA homequest starts this Saturday, March 13th and Sunday March 14th. Times are from noon to 6 PM both days. Stop and visit the SILVESTRI model home located at 2586 Alum Crossing, Lewis center Ohio.
Silvestri custom homes enters model home located at 2618 Alum Crossing in the 2010, homequest scattered site parade of homes. The scattered site parade of homes will run for 3 consecutive weekends in March. Saturday and Sunday March 13th and 14th, 20 and 21st, and 27 and 28th from 12 to 6 P.M. The Homquest parade will allow buyers a chance to visit mutiple homes and communities in the section of town they desire. The scattered site parade is a big fan favorite in cities throughout the U.S. The BIA of Central Ohio hope to make this event a fan favorite in central ohio. Come and visit our model home.
Custom Designed Ranch! Did you know Silvestri is a True Custom Builder? We can modify our stock plans or help your family design their own plan. Use one of our lots or we can help locate the perfect lot for you. Joe and Carlo Silvestri offer true personal service. Starting with the 1st meeting, finding the right design and specs, signing of contract, building of home with quality control checkpoints, to the service of your new dream home. Joe and Carlo Silvestri will be involved from the start.
Pittsburg Model in Lake Shore, Lewis Center! Starting in the $350's, this home is a Must See!. Olentangy Schools.
The 'Nili' in Lake Shore! 2 Story Great Room, 2 Story Open Entry, Master Suite w/Sitting Room and Fireplace. 3.5 Baths, 3 Car Garage, Walkout Basement, Tile Flooring in all baths, Hardwood Flooring on 1st Floor. Olentangy Schools. Approx. 3250 sq. ft. and much more. Starting in the $390's.
We are excited to start building two new spec homes in early December! This is a great chance for you to take advantage of the Tax Credit that is available to new home buyers. Questions? Contact us today and a Silvestri Homes representative will be glad to speak with you!