Saturday, October 11, 2008

Custom Fence



Monday, August 4, 2008

we DO finish -




And add an energy-efficient hot water heater if you want one!

continuing, same bath



in with the new


broken main, etc, contributed to this - plus neglect

Bathrooms



One of my favorites.

Latest Project

We are in the process of installing a hot tub - flush with an existing deck. The deck itself is framed with 2x8 pressure treated lumber, the old copper chromate and arsenic impregnated stuff. The surface is mahogany and appearance-wise, the guy did a nice job. I know him, and he is a pretty meticulous carpenter. Currently, it sits on patio blocks for support, the joist hangers are under-sized, and the nails holding this deck up are rusting away and undersized. So, I am surprised...as will be the customer after I point these things out and discuss the cost of rectifying the situation.
Anyhoo - we've cut out the deck surface as necessary, I've dug out the "pad" area, put in 1.15 tons of stone and framed in for the concrete pour. We will be using fiber-reinforced concrete, and letting it cure for 3-4 days.

I made some amazingly accurate sawz-all cuts to get the framing right....and it's right....But not quitw done - I wanted to leave the crete guys some room to move.




Ready to go.




Saturday, July 26, 2008

Real Estate market and Home Renovation Projects

As every homeowner knows, the housing market has changed drastically over the last two years. People are also cutting back on remodels and renovations, wondering if it is "worth it" to put money into their homes. Many are concerned about resale value...

This article link explains how various improvements can affect the value of your home, and offers some recommendations for those considering a project.

Improvements that pay off

Give us a call and get it done right the first time!

Random Cabinets


A huge corner armoire to hide a television. It's over 7 feet tall!


A built-in in an addition.



For the Mews service bar



The planning stages and before photos


Roof Deck Project in Historic District



This one was fun - at one point we took the entire historic board to the property to prove a point!

Windows and French doors installed


Monday, July 7, 2008

New Photos




We have been working at this customers home for about ten years now. Not continuously, of course! It's a great example of what a house can become when the owner has a vested interest in making a house a home, and spending a little extra to make sure that home lasts a lifetime.

Thursday, May 1, 2008

Sample

Outer Cape Construction shows you how to do it RIGHT!!!