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The last major item that needed to be completed was the patio. My plans called for a 12×24 patio with a corner notched out for the Hot Tub. To build the patio I moved 3 pallets of stone, 5 yards … Continue reading
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This past weekend I took a series of final finish photos of the house. Check it out below!
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With the house completed and buttoned-up it was time for the final blower door test and checklist audit. Over the course of a few hours, my energy consultants checked-out the house from bottom to top. They started with a blower … Continue reading
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After using my home for several weeks I found the HRV was not delivering the level of comfort I expected. At times the house seemed over ventilated and other times under ventilated. Not to mention I have been experiencing unexpected … Continue reading
During the cool winter months it was easy to maintain a nice dry indoor climate, although it was perhaps a bit too dry at times hovering around 20% humidity. However, now that we are well into spring and summer is quickly … Continue reading
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In order to ensure the well was free of contaminates and the water is safe to drink I had the water tested. The test consisted of a couple of bottles that needed to be filled and sent immediately to a … Continue reading
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Now that the house is complete and I have had an opportunity spend several weekends enjoying it, I have begun to gain an appreciation for how to works. The building envelope performs extremely well keeping the house warm, quiet, draft-free, and comfortable even … Continue reading
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The house is done! The Code Enforcement Officer stopped by and completed his final inspection of the property and granted my occupancy permit. The house is quite stunning, standing tall off the road with it’s modern-cabin / barn aesthetic. Now … Continue reading
We had a few warm days this past week and the builder was able to get outside and finish siding the house. They saved the front elevation for last, which is likely because it stands over 30ft tall and required … Continue reading
Over the last couple weeks a lot of progress has been made toward completing the home. The builder finished the stairs with a matching custom-built pine railing. I installed the home made bathroom vanity I’ve spent the last several weeks finishing. … Continue reading