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Category Archives: Demolition
Week 12 Progress Pics–Staircase Edition
I received news that the temporary stairs were installed! Naturally, I stopped by the house to see the progress. And this time, I took plenty of pictures of the 2nd and 3rd floors. Demolition is done. Framing is almost complete. … Continue reading
Posted in "Before", Demolition, Dining Room, Entrance, Floor Layout, Framing, Kitchen, Master Bathroom, Pictures, Powder Room, Staircase, Vestibule
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GC Walkthrough
Joe and I had an appointment to meet the general contractor this evening for a quick walkthrough to answer a few questions that have come up along the way. While we both had our iPhones and the camera, we didn’t … Continue reading
Posted in "Before", Demolition, Floor Layout, Framing, General Contractor, Kitchen, Powder Room, Staircase
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Week 10 Progress Pics
The joists are now framed out for the staircase opening. Supports are in place. The hallway into the kitchen is now open. I can see floor joists for the third floor—though still no easy access for me up to the … Continue reading
Posted in "Before", Demolition, Floor Layout, Framing, Kitchen, Pictures, Powder Room, Staircase
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Week 9 Progress Pics
So it’s been 9 weeks since the renovation began and 6 weeks since my last update. (I know… I’m slacking.) There’s been a great deal of progress on the house. Also, the architect plans are complete, the contractor got to … Continue reading
Posted in "Before", Architect, Demolition, Framing, Pictures, Staircase
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Rubble, Rubble Everywhere
This week’s visit to the house was a quick one and I was accompanied by my contractor—a good thing as he helped me understand what was happening. Remember the red brick wall that I saw when visiting last week? The … Continue reading
Posted in "Before", Demolition, General Contractor, Pictures
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