OUR NEW HOUSE

One day of construction at a time

Exterior update

Exterior update

The shingles are going on fast now and should be done in a couple more weeks.  While you can’t see the final paint colors, the contrast between the different siding materials, along with the Craftsman details, is stunning. We’ve finalized the design of our railings and about half of them are on now.  

Flashing

Flashing

No, this doesn’t involve trench coats. A look at any older house quickly reveals the downside of older wooden exteriors.  Anything flat that can collect water will eventually experience dry rot, and anywhere that water can get to, it will, and will cause dry rot. To avoid this, any flat surfaces, or anywhere that waterRead more about Flashing[…]

Shingles!

Shingles!

The painters have been staining the shingles for a week or so. The singles we are using come in a 8 foot boards, and are a system that provides more stability and waterproofing.  The shingles are nailed to a plywood backing, with a waterproofing material in between.  In the long run, these will be muchRead more about Shingles![…]