Week 6: HVAC and Plumbing R/I begin

The HVAC and plumbing rough-ins started last week. For HVAC, we're reconnecting/moving all of the existing systems to work with the current wide open plan. We'll have to get creative with the duct work and plumbing that has to run under the steel beams now - always an issue with open-concept living.

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Week 21: Basement flooring and front door

With most of the big deliveries in the house, we had John from A&J Windows install the front door so we could trim it out properly on the inside. Jampa began floor leveling applications in the basement. We are doing our best working with the existing slab, but it's not easy finding a happy balance of "what is level" sometimes.

Week 23: Landscaping and kitchen

Lorin, the front landscape contractor, was busy this past week getting all of the elements measured and laid out. By the end of the week, the front steps were in, as was the grass! Inside, Fred, the installer from Marcon Kitchens came in exactly on schedule and started the installation of the kitchen. He works alone, quietly and efficiently and has been doing a great job.

Week 22: Paint and stain

Paint samples abound inside as we work out the paint schedule. Meanwhile, outside, Nawkaw came by to put three sample colours on the outside. We are using their permeable masonry stain product which I've used a few times in the past to great success. Once approved, you can see the final results below...

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