Browse the standard specifications for STAR Ready To Move and Built On Site homes, including structural components, finishes, mechanical rough-ins, warranty coverage, and homeowner responsibilities.

RTM = Ready To MoveBOS = Built On SiteSHELL = Shell Material Only

= Included / Applicable

Specifications Comparison

Floor System

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
2X10 16” O/C JOISTS C/W BRIDGING
DOUBLE RIM JOIST
T&G SHEATHING GLUED & NAILED

Wall System

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
2X6 EXTERIOR STUDS 16” O/C
SILL GASKET UNDER EXTERIOR WALLS
2X4 INTERIOR STUDS 16” O/C
7/16” OSB EXTERIOR SHEATHING
HOUSEWRAP
MAINTENANCE-FREE VINYL SIDING

Roof System

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
STAR ENGINEERED TRUSSES WITH HIGH ENERGY HEEL
1/2" PLYWOOD SHEATHING C/W H-CLIPS
2X6 SUB-FASCIA
METAL GABLE TRIM
ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLES W/ EAVEGUARD
SYNTHETIC UNDERLAYMENT ON ENTIRE ROOF
ROOF VENTS & ATTIC ACCESS DOORS AS REQUIRED
PRE-FINISHED ALUM SOFFIT & FASCIA

Windows & Doors

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
WHITE MAINTENANCE FREE P.V.C
WINDOW GLAZING - TRI PANE LOW-E WITH ARGON GAS
DOOR GLAZING - DUAL PANE
HIGH QUALITY LOCK-SETS & DEADBOLTS
ENVELOPE SEAL AROUND ALL DOORS & WINDOWS

Plumbing

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
TUB &/or SHOWER (as shown on plans)
KOHLER PLUMBING FIXTURES
DOUBLE STAINLESS STEEL KITCHEN SINK
HI EFFICIENT WATER CLOSET(S)
ABS ROUGHED-IN & TESTED TO JOIST LEVEL
PEX WATERLINES, INSIDE WALLS, TESTED & DROPPED TO JOIST LEVEL
BALANCE OF VALVES & PEX TO JOIST LEVEL ARE SUPPLIED ONLY
VANITY MIRROR & BATHROOM ACCESSORIES

Electrical

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
WIRED TO CANADIAN BUILDING CODE REQUIREMENTS
200 AMP SERVICE PANEL C/W BREAKERS
PANEL SURGE PROTECTOR
DECORA PLUGS & SWITCHES - SCREWLESS COVERS
20 AMP KITCHEN DUPLEX W/TWIN USB PORT
ROUGHED IN FOR DOOR CHIME, 2 TV, PHONE & CABLE
EXTERIOR GFI PLUGS
LIGHT FIXTURES W/ LED BULBS AND FLOURESCENTS
RANGEHOOD FAN WITH LIGHTS
SMOKE & CO2 DETECTORS AS PER BUILDING CODE

HVAC

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
SUPPLY & RETURN AIRS MARKED & CUT TO STAR'S SPECS
KITCHEN EXHAUST FAN CHASE
RETURN AIR REGISTERS
VENTED FOR HRV SYSTEM
PRE-FORMED METAL DRYER BOX

Insulation

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
WALLS R24 - R(effective) OF R17.6 (Code min = R16.9)
CEILING R60 - (Code min = R49.2) (BATT ON CATHEDRAL CEILING)
6mil CGSB POLY, & ACCOUSTICAL SEALANT

Drywall

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
1/2” DRYWALL WALLS (TAPED & SANDED)
5/8” FIRE RATED CEILING (TAPED & SANDED)

Paint

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
DRYWALL PRIMER COAT ONLY (WALLS & CEILING)
PAINTING OF TRIMS, CASINGS & INTERIOR DOORS.

Interior Finish

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
2 PANEL SQUARE SMOOTH DOORS
2 PANEL SQUARE SMOOTH BIFOLD DOORS
MDF JAMBS, TRIMS & CASINGS
MDF PANTRY DOOR W/FROSTED GLASS

Shelving

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
MELAMINE SHELVING IN CLOSETS C/W RODS
MELAMINE SHELVING IN PANTRY & LINEN CLOSET

Cabinets

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
SALEM MAPLE CABINETS (10 COLORS)
LAMINATE POST FORMED COUNTERTOPS
CROWN MOULDING & KITCHEN LIGHT VALANCE
FULL DEPTH FRIDGE CABINET
SOFT CLOSE DOORS & DRAWERS

Flooring & Baseboards

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
LAMINATE
1/4" FIBRE ROCK UNDERLAY (VINYL AREAS ONLY)
HIGH DEFINITION SHEET VINYL
CARPETS WITH HEAVY DUTY UNDERPAD
MDF BASEBOARDS

Other

SPECIFICATION	RTM	BOS	SHELL
STANDARD PLANS
ENGINEERED FOUNDATION PLAN
NATIONAL HOME WARRANTY PROGRAM

Responsibilities of Home Owner

Building permits
Foundation or grade beam
Beams: Note! Beams must be in place for RTM’s
Excavation & backfill
RTM moving expenses
Well & septic system
Insulate joist cavity
Electrical mast & hook-up
Plumbing hook-up, hot water tank, dishwasher, etc.
Heating system & air conditioner
HRV system
Final painting
Basement steps
Decks & landscaping
Eavestrough
Fastening home to foundation

Plans and pricing are subject to change without notice. STAR reserves the right to change material or specifications without notice but guarantees that change will be of equal or greater value. Room dimensions are approximate.