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Why Macy Homes LOVES Silvercrest Homes
When choosing a new home, quality is about more than what you can see —it is what is built into every part of the home. It is about the materials, construction methods, and thoughtful details built into the home from the ground up.
Silvercrest uses upgraded materials, and thoughtful construction methods that help improve durability, comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term performance.
From stronger structural components to better moisture protection, these homes are built to provide lasting value and greater peace of mind.
Many of these features come standard, at no extra cost, giving buyers greater value from the beginning and a home designed to stand up to everyday living for decades to come.
HOW IS SILVERCREST BUILT BETTER?
STANDARD: Engineered LVL beams used for full length of home
- Only U.S. manufacturer to do this!
- Other makes: Just plywood panels on most houses
- Silvercrest marriage line structure is high-strength and stable
STANDARD: Roof decking and wet-area subfloor injected with water repellant sealer
- Other makes: Basic OSB or just coat surface of the material
- Better protects structure from damage due to water contact
STANDARD: Wall studs (kiln dried) are placed 16” on-center on all walls
- Double studs used at exterior siding joints further improve rigidity
- Drywall/stud joints enhanced by foam gussets inside
- Other makes: 24” spacing, lower-grade lumber and no added drywall support
- Better structural stiffness makes walls more robust and minimizes air intrusion
STANDARD: Eaves and overhangs use 2×6 structural construction
- Other makes: Low-strength rafter tails
- Robust eaves readily handle weather and awning attachments
STANDARD: Wall electrical receptacles are attached to studs
- Other makes: Float outlets on the drywall
- Outlets will not pull out of wall with normal use
STANDARD: Most windows are dual-pane, low-e glass horizontal style
- Other makes: Only single-hung windows
- Better energy conservation and a more reliable window type
STANDARD: 30 Year Architectural Shingles
- Other makes: 25 year flat 3-tab shingles – take a look
- Thicker, dimensional shingles look better, last longer and resist high winds
STANDARD: High-efficiency furnace with smart thermostat
- Other makes: Noisy, lower-efficiency units
- Quieter system, plus saves on your daily energy use and cost
STANDARD: Robust cabinet construction with solid-surface Corian countertops
- Other makes: Laminate tops on lower-quality cabinet boxes
- Added internal supports, thicker material and solid worktop equal long life
From stronger framing and better moisture protection to energy-efficient systems and durable interior finishes, Silvercrest homes are built with quality in mind at every stage.
These construction details may not always be obvious during a quick home tour, but they can make a meaningful difference in how a home feels, performs, and holds up over time.
Stronger framing, durable exterior materials, energy-efficient features, and carefully installed components are just a few of the reasons we believe Silvercrest homes are built better.
For buyers looking for quality they can enjoy today and depend on for years to come, Silvercrest offers a standard of construction worth taking a closer look at. When you look beyond the surface, it is easy to see why so many buyers choose Silvercrest.