Taking Shape
Being a builder’s assistant doesn’t mean one can’t dress prettily. It doesn’t hinder the ability to work at all:) Due […]
Extensions – Structural
We Have Some Windows!
Another busy housebuilding weekend. PC spent one morning trimming the ends of the trusses to a standard size for eaves.
The Windows Have Arrived!
The windows have arrived!! Lots of windows and sliding doors waiting for PC to install. He will have his offsiders
Roofing Continues – Tedious
Last Saturday, PC and I were up before 6am determined to have the fascia boards up in a matter of
The Roofing Iron Goes On
Progress has slowed way down; by Thursday last week PC was ‘knackered,’ he went back to work for a rest.
Trusses Are On:)
Many hands make light work. Before we could start we had to build part of the end verandah for the
The Walls Are Finished !
We were up bright and early Thursday morning to start the walls, anxiously keeping one eye on the weather. We
The Walls Go Up!!
After lunch the long awaited moment arrived:) It was time for the wall construction to begin. Whilst not quite as
The Flooring is Finished:)
Today the weather prediction was lots of rain. It rained heavily through the night, but as breakfast came and went
Rain, Rain Go Away
We continued today laying the flooring sheets. The rain is definitely hindering progress. Once again we worked in between the