The forgotten Blog.......

Hey Everyone.... I took a little break from blogging.... actually took a little break from the house stuff, it was becoming a bit overwhelming.  Things have been progressing very well, and we were moving at an exceptionally fast pace, and then......  The building inspector showed up.  I could spend an hour and a few pages on that subject.  The long and short of it.... we lost a week taking care of nonsense, and I am now going to be the proud owner of a $4000 egress window that I never wanted, and magically has become an exceptionally important part of my ability to live in the place.

Besides that.... here is where were at.  Framing done, electric done, plumbing done, windows done, fireplace framed, capping complete, siding complete.

what is happening.... Insulation starts Monday, should be done by Wednesday.  Front door delivered on Monday, install on Tuesday.  Front steps are framed, and concrete should be poured on Tuesday.  Drywall is at the end of the week and I hope to be done by the 22nd.

Oh... and the PECO issue.  They have come to the conclusion that the wire that has serviced the house for the last 56 years is no longer suitable.  So we are now waiting for a new design, and we will be digging a trench that is about 60 feet long, and 18 inches wide, and 36 inches wide.  Once that is done...... we can maybe get electric and stop building a house with generators.

This is the fron walk way that they expect to pour this tuesday.

siding on the back of the house

this is the left side of the house near the bedrooms

plumbing for the boys shower

begining of the shower pan for our shower

this was the freak show storm that hit the house about a week ago.  IT was all melted by about 9:30 am

the second floor, this area has been labled Chrissies space.

more of "CHrissies Space"

this is the view to the dining room from the second floor.  Once the drywall is up, there will be no look out..... this view goes away

this is the foyer from the second floor.  the plywood is the top of the coat closet, it will be trimmed out

the future location of the Harmon Pellet fireplace

We HAVE WINDOWS!!!!!! and the house was a wrapped up!

All the windows were installed yesturday, and I was thrilled to show up this morning and find them all in place.  The plumbers were there and all the drains have been installed.  When I left this morning they were finishing the framing and installing the stairs.

Sliders of the dinning area.... out to the back yard.

55 x 55 with half moon, this is located right over the kitchen sink

The goods have been delivered................

Monday morning was a busy morning...... the electrician showed up early and started doing installs.  The stairs were delivered, the windows were delivered, trim was measured, and a the kitchen designer came as well.

Bathroom Fan



Thats a door knob!



I've been slacking..... I know!!!

Ok... I have been slacking on the posts, and I have had many people point that out.  So here is the update!!  The front port is on, the roof is complete, and the shingles are on!  I meet the electrician, Plumber, and HVAC guy at the house on Thursday..... So lets hope for the luck of the irish!!!!  Were currently working on the stone, stucco, and siding colors, and then the focus goes back insde  for the finish colors!  Lots to pick from.... one can only hope you pick the right stuff!

The Race is ON!!!!!!

We are expecting 2-3 inches of rain starting tonight, and going all day tomorrow!  Shingles were expected to be delivered tomorrow, but plans have changed.  They are fighting to get the entire roof under felt before the end of the day today!!!  I wasn't aware of that, so showing up and seeing the beginings of a roof was awsome!!!!!

Good Morning Everyone..... ITs your AM photo Update!!!!

Ran by this morning to take a peak before everyone one got the job site....  That is with out question my favorite time to be at the house.  I get to take my time and take in all the work that has been done so far.  Tons or work accomplished, but lots more to do.  Get to meet many of the contractors at the house  tommorrow to get the ball rolling on HVAC, final framing and any other details.

Welcome tot he future kitchen!!!! 18 ft ceilings!!!!

Its growing.......

Hey Everyone.... Been gone fore a few days, so now I'm playing catch up.  Chrissie took photos from the weekend, but I have not downloaded them as of yet.  The house is framed and for the most the sheathing is complete.  Shingles get delivered tomorrow... and then that will start shortly.

Ceilings in the Foyer

Living room and kitchen ceiling