Mechanical Week Update

by J Scott August 7, 2014

This was our week to start our mechanicals (HVAC/plumbing) among other things, and the week is looking to be successful so far. Here’s where things stand as of Thursday evening: On Monday and Tuesday, we got our main water and sewer lines installed and passed inspection On Tuesday, we started HVAC rough-in, and by Thursday […]

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Watch on Wednesday: Week 8

by Carol Scott August 6, 2014

Watch on Wednesday: Week 8 This Week’s Location: In the bathtub. GET YOUR MIND OUT OF THE GUTTER, PEOPLE! Tub’s sitting in the garage, not even installed yet. And I’m fully clothed. Charles Klein & Co. is onsite this week installing HVAC and plumbing. For the record, did you know that tub shopping isn’t as quick […]

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Sneak Preview Inside!

by Carol Scott August 5, 2014

Interior framing is complete- With the help of an outstanding crew at Builder’s First Source, we were even able to make a few changes on the fly! Standing in the space is awesome and with each and every room, doorway, closet, ceiling, etc. defined, it’s so much fun to envision floors, trim, cabinets, appliances, furniture, and everything […]

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Week 8 Schedule

by J Scott August 4, 2014

We accomplished most of what we had planned for last week and the house is now dried-in! The only task that didn’t complete was running the new water and sewer lines, as the plumbing company had some scheduling issues with their machinery. Luckily, that work doesn’t impact the schedule, and everything is on-track to move […]

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Insulation Bid: Devere Insulation

by J Scott August 1, 2014

Maryland has pretty much the toughest energy codes of any state in the country, and the cost of insulation here is indicative of that. When I got my first insulation bid at about double what I would have expected, I was ready to call the contractor and basically laugh at him. But, before I did, […]

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Fab Friday Photos- Week 7

by Carol Scott August 1, 2014

Can you even believe it? We’re completely dried in! A LOT happened on Monday – the new water meter was installed, Builders First Source dropped off the stairs, and Jerry’s Roofing and Siding not only started, but 100% entirely COMPLETED the roof in one day, on the main part of the house, the garage, the back porch and finally, […]

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Dried In!

by J Scott July 31, 2014

We hit a big milestone yesterday — the house is now “dried-in.” That means that the roof is shingled, the house wrap is on, the doors and windows are in, and the house is now protected from the elements. Weather shouldn’t impact our making progress at this point, which means that there’s a lot less […]

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Watch on Wednesday: Week 7

by Carol Scott July 30, 2014

Watch on Wednesday: Week 7 This Week’s Location: Inside, yes you read that correctly, INSIDE our completely framed, dried-in house. In the kitchen, to be specific :o) Can you even believe that in eight little days, Builders First Source took us from a 9-foot deep hole in the ground to three fully-framed levels, inside and […]

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Roof & Water Meter – Pics

by J Scott July 29, 2014

Accomplished two big tasks yesterday at the house — the roof was started and completed and we replaced the connection from the water main to the meter (larger connection to support the sprinkler system). Getting the roof on was nice — now we don’t have to worry about rain nearly as much. And getting the […]

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Week 7 Schedule

by J Scott July 28, 2014

We started last week about two weeks behind schedule, but we made up an entire week! The framing crew delivered lumber on Monday, framed the basement and first level on Tuesday, framed the second level on Wednesday, framed/sheathed the roof on Friday and then framed the porches and deck on Saturday. This coming week we […]

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Sprinkler Bid: Jenson Fire Protection

by J Scott July 27, 2014

I’ve been getting a lot of bids to install sprinklers in the house. While I’m not thrilled about having to put them in, it’s a county requirement here for new residential construction, so I don’t have a choice. For the most part, the bids have all been about equivalent — between $4800-5200 for regular sprinkler […]

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