(Raleigh)-1st American Builders, a Mungo Company -the Carolina's largest family-owned home builder- is proud to have been recognized at the 2009 Raleigh-Wake County Parade of Homes Awards Dinner. The company received a gold award in the $120,000 to $188,174 category and a bronze award in the $224,900 to $251,581 category.

"These awards truly illustrate 1st American Builders' long tradition of creating quality, affordable homes with unmatched standard features," said Steven Mungo, President and CEO of Mungo Companies. "As we continue to grow in the Triangle, we look to continue to provide homes with the desirable features today's home buyers demand."

The gold award in the $120,000 to $188,174 category was awarded to The Underwood model in 1st American Builders' Southview Pointe community located in Fuquay-Varina. At 1,620 square-feet, it features an open floorplan with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and the option for a one or two-car garage. The Underwood starts at $159,000.

The Richard model found in 1st American Builders' Ashford Village, also in Fuquay-Varina, took the bronze award in the $224,000 to $251,581 category. This two-story home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and features a bonus room, office and breakfast nook, complete with a 2-car garage. Priced from $211,900, it is 2,463 square feet.

1st American Builders builds single-family homes and townhomes in communities across the Triangle. The company has an established reputation for unparalleled design and quality construction in homebuilding. 1st American Builders was named the 2008 "Builder of the Year" by the Raleigh-Wake County Home Builders Association. To learn more about 1st American Builders, call (919) 303-8525 or visit www.Mungo.com/Raleigh.

About 1st American Builders

Part of the Mungo Companies family, 1st American Builders is involved in the construction of single-family and townhomes throughout the Triangle. The Mungo Companies have been building home and communities for families since 1954, with the simply philosophy of providing quality homes at affordable prices. Following that philosophy, 1st American is committed to satisfying the unique needs of each homeowner that they work with. 1st American Builders is currently involved in the development of multiple communities throughout the greater Triangle area. For more information on how 1st American Builders can assist you, call (19) 303-8525 or visit www.1stamericanbuilder.com.

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