Expensive to build this home?

[Francesca]

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Originally posted by Francesca

I'm wondering if anyone knows the answer to my original question about cost. Primarily, I'm wondering what the impact to cost is when you build the following:

* 9 ft. ceilings, instead of 8 ft.
* Single-wall construction, instead of double-wall
* Post and pier up 8 ft, instead of either a slab, or low (2-4) ft. post and pier
* 5 and 12 pitch roof, instead of a gentler pitch such as 3 and 12.

Francesca

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Well, we should have a better idea of the cost soon. Our plans are almost finished and then we can start to get quotes for the list of materials and labor.

I'm still wondering how single-wall construction with 9 ft. ceilings, etc. compares in cost to double-wall with 8 ft. ceilings on a slab, or low post and pier. On one hand, the single wall requires what I think will be more expensive boards, but then no drywall, insulation, or t1-11 needed.

I'd really like to have wood floors, not laminate, but don't know what choices are available. Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks!

Francesca