🏡 What to Look for Behind the Walls: Technical Details That Make or Break a New Home
- Vince Hoda
- Oct 30, 2025
- 2 min read
🏡 What to Look for Behind the Walls: Technical Details That Make or Break a New Home
When most people tour a new home, their attention goes straight to finishes — the gleaming countertops, designer fixtures, and fresh paint. But at Coastal Homes LLC, we know what truly defines a quality home isn’t what you see — it’s what’s built into it.
If you’re in the market for a new custom home on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, here are a few technical details you should never overlook.
1. Structural Integrity and Foundation
A strong foundation isn’t just a phrase — it’s the backbone of your investment. Always ask about:
Foundation type: slab, pier-and-beam, or elevated for coastal flood zones
Soil compaction and drainage systems
Concrete PSI rating and rebar reinforcement
A well-built foundation means fewer settling issues and longer-lasting stability.
2. Framing and Load-Bearing Design
The framing determines how your home handles time, weather, and stress. At Coastal Homes LLC, our framing crews use engineer-approved load paths and hurricane-rated fasteners, designed to stand up to Gulf Coast storms. Precision framing keeps walls straight, prevents drywall cracking, and ensures your roof system performs as designed.
3. HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems
Your home’s “hidden” systems should be just as high-end as its finishes.
Look for:
Energy-efficient HVAC units with correct duct sizing
Copper plumbing and PEX lines installed with expansion fittings
Electrical panels with labeled circuits and room for future upgrades
An organized mechanical layout makes maintenance and future additions much easier.
4. Insulation and Energy Efficiency
From attic spray foam to properly sealed windows, energy efficiency is one of the most cost-effective investments in your home’s future. Ask your builder about:
Blower door tests for air leaks
Window U-values and SHGC ratings
HVAC duct sealing and insulation standards
At Coastal Homes LLC, we take pride in homes that are not only beautiful — but efficiently engineered.
5. Builder Transparency and Quality Assurance
A reputable builder welcomes your questions.
We encourage our clients to walk through every stage — from framing to final punch-out. Transparency and clear communication ensure your home meets the same high standards we demand from our own.
🧰 Coastal Homes Quality Promise
Every home we build is crafted with care, precision, and a deep understanding of coastal conditions. We don’t just build for today — we build for the next generation.
📍 Serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast
📞 (228) 229-3527
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