Component new house
Here's a list of components that are typically included in a new house:
Exterior
- Roof: Shingles, tiles, or metal roofing
- Siding: Vinyl, brick, stucco, or wood
- Windows: Double-pane or triple-pane glass, with frames made of wood, vinyl, or aluminum
- Doors: Front door, back door, and any other exterior doors
- Gutters and downspouts: To direct rainwater away from the foundation
- Landscaping: Grass, plants, and trees around the house
Foundation
- Footings: Concrete or masonry footings that support the foundation walls
- Foundation walls: Concrete or masonry walls that transfer the weight of the house to the footings
- Slab: A concrete slab that serves as the base of the house
Framing
- Walls: Studs, joists, and rafters that form the structure of the house
- Floor joists: Wooden or metal beams that support the floors
- Roof trusses: Pre-fabricated or custom-made trusses that support the roof
- Beams: Horizontal or vertical beams that support the walls and roof
Insulation and Drywall
- Insulation: Fiberglass, cellulose, or spray foam insulation in the walls, floors, and ceiling
- Drywall: Gypsum-based panels that form the interior walls and ceiling
Plumbing
- Water supply lines: Copper, PEX, or PVC pipes that bring water to the house
- Drain lines: PVC or ABS pipes that carry wastewater away from the house
- Fixtures: Sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs
- Water heater: A tank or tankless water heater that supplies hot water
Electrical
- Service panel: A main electrical panel that distributes power to the house
- Wiring: Copper or aluminum wires that carry electricity to the outlets and fixtures
- Outlets: Receptacles that provide power to devices
- Lighting: Ceiling fixtures, table lamps, and other lighting sources
HVAC
- Heating system: Forced-air, radiant, or hydronic heating system
- Cooling system: Central air conditioning or evaporative cooling system
- Ductwork: Metal or flexible ducts that distribute heated or cooled air throughout the house
- Thermostats: Electronic or mechanical devices that control the temperature
Interior Finishes
- Flooring: Hardwood, carpet, tile, or laminate flooring
- Walls: Painted or wallpapered walls
- Ceilings: Painted or textured ceilings
- Trim: Moulding, baseboards, and door and window casings
- Cabinets: Kitchen and bathroom cabinets
- Countertops: Granite, quartz, or laminate countertops
- Fixtures: Lighting fixtures, faucets, and other decorative elements
Exterior Finishes
- Siding: Vinyl, brick, stucco, or wood siding
- Trim: Moulding, fascia, and soffit
- Shutters: Decorative shutters that protect the windows
- Gutters and downspouts: To direct rainwater away from the foundation
This is not an exhaustive list, but it covers many of the major components that are typically included in a new house.