Build Your Own Home

What to Expect

Choices are good. Building your own home at Wisesize homes you have two different ways you can order your kit. As a Shell or Full Kit. Once you have chosen your kit type select a plan from our plans page to get started or contact us to walk you through the simple process

Shell Kit

What is a Shell Kit?

For those of you that are builders, or “Hands On” and simply want the convenience of receiving the basics of a well-designed home in one shipment, the Shell Kit is for you. We will ship you all the materials to build the skeleton of your home from the foundation to the roof including windows and exterior doors. You’ll have the freedom to do what you want to the inside of the shell. See “what’s in a shell kit” below for a full list of materials

Shell Kit Delivery

A WiseSize shell is delivered as a kit with all of the above parts included on a pallet and wrapped to protect it from weather damage.

What’s in a Shell Kit?

FLOOR SYSTEMS:

Wood floor is an “I” joist system at a minimum of 19.2″ OC, blocked over supports and ¾” T&G plywood subfloor glued and nailed. Girder posts and beams are also included. Floor framing assembly assumes flat foundation on 24″ stem walls.

WALL FRAMING:

Materials for exterior walls are: 2×6 studs, 16″ OC for all exterior and plumbing walls, and 2×4 studs, 24″ OC for interior partitions. Plates are double top plates with single pressure treated bottom plate for the slab package. Or 2×4 Hem fir or equivalent for bottom plates not in contact with concrete. All openings are enclosed by two full length studs and two full length trimmers with headers at bearing walls. Metal strap bracing is provided where required. 2×4 plumb and align material is furnished for temporary bracing.

SIDING AND TRIM:

Sidings per plan are 7/16″ L.P Smart Panel with 4″ OC vertical grove on all four sides. House wrap is provided on all homes. The exterior trim, fascia and barges are L.P Smart Trim. Exterior trim may be a 4/4 composite material.

ROOF:

Roof systems are prefabricated trusses at 24″ OC 1×4 and 2×4 bracing is provided. Roof pitches are 6/12 or greater, dimensional material is provided for over frame areas as needed. Roof sheathing is 7/16″ O.S.B., including overhang. Roofing material supplied is 30-year dimensional shingles with 15 pound underlayment felt. Flashing and valleys are also included along with roof vents. Porch soffits will be 7/16″ L.P., smart panel.

WINDOWS:

Vinyl dual glazed windows complete with screens.

EXTERIOR DOORS:

Fiberglass pre-hung entry door, 3’0″x 6’8″, raised panel, mortised and drilled. Fiberglass pre hung half light rear door (size varies by plan)

GARAGE DOORS:

Homes with garages are furnished with complete overhead un-insultated steel sectional roll up garage door, 16′x7′, with hardware and garage jambs. (if garage option is chosen)

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Full Kit

What is a Full Kit?

For those of you that want the home built for you with all of the interior elements included, we have the Full Kit. From kitchen cabinets to quality fixtures, you will get a home that is as complete as it is efficient. Our building experts will build the kit home on your land with speed and precision.

Full Kit Delivery

Delivery will be arranged by our preferred builder Simplicity Homes. Because Simplicity already has a robust and reliable supplier network and is offering a special WiseSize building solution the materials are delivered as they would with a typical custom build. Your Simplicity Project Manager is assigned to oversee the building process for your WiseSize home.

What’s in a Full Kit?

FLOOR SYSTEMS:

Wood floor is an “I” joist system at a minimum of 19.2″ OC, blocked over supports and ¾” T&G plywood subfloor glued and nailed. Girder posts and beams are also included. 3/8″ particle board supplied for all vinyl areas in either single or two story homes. Floor framing assembly assumes flat foundation on 24″ stem walls.

WALL FRAMING:

SIDING AND TRIM:

ROOF:

Roof systems are prefabricated trusses at 24″ OC 1×4 and 2×4 bracing is provided. Roof pitches are 4/12 or greater, dimensional material is provided for over frame areas as needed. Roof sheathing is 7/16″ O.S.B., including overhang. Roofing material supplied is 30-year dimensional shingles with 15 pound underlayment felt. Flashing and valleys are also included along with roof vents. Porch soffits will be 7/16″ L.P., smart panel.

WINDOWS:

Vinyl dual glazed windows complete with screens.

EXTERIOR DOORS:

Fiberglass pre-hung entry door, 3’0″x 6’8″, raised panel, mortised and drilled. Fiberglass pre hung half light rear door (size varies per plan).

GARAGE DOORS:

Homes with garages are furnished with complete overhead steel un-insulated sectional roll up garage door, 16′x7′, with hardware and garage jambs. (if garage option is chosen)

HARDWARE AND SHEET METAL ITEMS:

Foundation vents
Dryer vent, exhaust vents
Hardware ties where required, including hangers, clips, etc.
Caulking necessary for windows – siding – sinks

ELECTRICAL:

The electrical items needed to wire your home, such as 200 amp panel box, breakers, wires, receptacles, switches, face plates, stud and ceiling boxes and all other materials to complete the job, are included, according to the electrical plan.

PLUMBING:

All necessary plumbing piping both waste and supply, parts, pieces and assemblies are provided to complete the plumbing scope per code. Waste and supply lines are stubbed outside the foundation at least 24″.

INTERIOR DOORS, INTERIOR TRIM, AND BATH HARDWARE:

Pre-hung hollow core raised panel paint grade interior doors.
Shelves, poles, hook packages, and sliding doors for closets.
Paint grade casing, 2 ¼” colonial for doors and sills and aprons for all windows
MDF baseboard for finished rooms, paint grade 2 ¼” colonial
Dead bolts for exterior doors.
Complete hardware for all doors.
Weather stripping and threshold for exterior doors.
One chrome shower rod, one chrome towel bar and paper holder per bathroom, one mirror per vanity.
Stainless steel sink for kitchen

INSULATION:

Insulation batts with vapor barrier attached are provided. Insulation values vary depending on your building location. (verify with home specialist)

SHEETROCK:

1/2″ drywall is furnished for all interior walls including ceilings. 5/8″ type-X wallboard is furnished for firewall between house and garage (if garage option is chosen) Appropriate finishing materials, such a tape, metal corners, premixed mud and topping are included.

PAINT:

Interior latex paint is provided for the interior walls and ceilings, millwork and doors in a satin finish. Also furnished is the paint for the exterior siding, overhang, and trim, including caulking.

LIGHT FIXTURES:

Can lights and one bath light bar are provided as per plan. Also included is an approved wired smoke detector system, a front door bell and button, and exhaust fan for bathroom, when needed.

BATH FIXTURES:

Sink, toilets, fiberglass shower and tubs, mirrors, tub and sink faucets, and shower heads are included.

APPLIANCES:

Self-cleaning, free-standing electric range, Microhood, Dishwasher, Garbage disposal, Water heater – 50 gallon electric

CABINETS:

*Each plan includes modular prefinished oak cabinets with plastic laminate counter tops in the kitchen and bathrooms. Cabinets come with melamine interiors.

HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING:

Electric Cadet heaters are provided as shown on plans with thermostat control.

FLOOR COVERINGS:

Carpet and 5lb pad is furnished for all rooms except kitchen, entry and baths where vinyl is provided

Download a PDF of What’s in a Full Kit