Wednesday, October 30, 2013

removing the old wood- and insulation
A nice easy pace today. Heavy humidity haunts us this day and some rain-the heavy stuff to come tonight. Gasoline near the house here is down to $2.829. The rotted and warped tongue and groove lumber on the bottom of the kitchen and bath bump-out was dealt with today. I cut out quite a bit and removed lots of old rock wool insulation. The cantilevered joists were all in good shape and just needed decent wood to cover them and keep out the weather. Over the years, numerous plumbing leaks took a toll. I used salvaged 3/4" plywood on the joists and will go back and insulate later. Gradually the house gets sealed up for a better chance at surviving winter. Also, a helper came buy and started digging post holes for the new fence that will separate the drive/parking area.

pushing up the old wood I will save and secure w/screws

the ply in place

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