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Update “His and Hers Art Studio”
The roof is on and the electrical rough in is happening. The block and stucco work is closing up. You can see that at this stage of a project things start to look very logical and pleasing.
DIY? Better Think Twice
As a professional design build remodeler, I have seen a lot of do-it-yourselfers (DIY) over the years. In fact, when I was a little girl, I helped my dad, who was a handy home repair guy. He couldn’t keep fresh oil in or useful tires on his cars, but he could tile, paint, renovate a bathroom, and do plumbing work. I remember when he and my grandfather had me on the peak of the roof when I was 8 years old. I was literally scared stiff when my grandfather, a member in the German carpenters’ guild, saw my pale face and suggested my dad get me off the roof “aber schnell” (but fast)! […]
His and Hers Art Studio; Project Update
Now that the ice and snow have receded, lots of progress is happening at our His and Hers Art Studio Project. January was very tough on the masons who had to try to work between snow and ice storms creating new window and door openings, create new roof lines, and to shore up walls! Now that the masons have blocked everything out, the framers have been fast at work framing up roofing and setting the window and door framing. They've also begun framing the interior wall structure which will hold insulation and OSB for the final wall finish. The home owners will use this space as painting studios. So they will need to hang their canvases on the walls while they are working on them. It's very common for painters wot work on the walls and they typically prefer plywood or OSB to drywall which doesn't have much[...]
Coats, Mittens and Boots … Oh My!
Getting the family in and out of the door in the winter -- without making the house a wet and cluttered mess -- can be a real challenge. The solution? An organized approach. At our house, we have a conveniently heated hard-wearing tiled floor in the entryway, which features a seating area and a place to hang things. Here, we can take off wet shoes and boots and hang up our soggy coats. We have a rattan basket to hold gloves, hats and scarves. And we have a wire egg basket for dog leashes and toys. None of these things are expensive to install. They just require good planning and space use. That is what design to build is all about.
Home Maintenance Tip: Air Leaks
This is the best time of year to locate air leaks in your older home. You will know you have them if you can feel drafts, or if your heater is working too hard. Many people who live in older homes accept the discomfort of leaky windows and doors as "just the way it is" when, in reality, the fixes are very easy and inexpensive to make. Start by taking a quick tour of your house and identifying the leaks and cold rooms; make a list of those you find. The typical areas of air leaks are any penetration in the "skin" of your home. That could mean a window or door, or a pipe or wire penetrating your home's walls. Then, tackle your list one leak at a time to reduce energy use and heating/cooling bills and increase the comfort of your home. Often, simple chores like[...]
Let the Bidding Begin…
Do you have children who attend The Shipley School, William Penn Charter School or Friends Select School? If so, don't miss the Myers Constructs auction item at your school's upcoming annual fundraising event! The winning bidder will receive our "A New Life for Your Space, A Better Life for You" Home Energy Savings Kit and Design Consultation. Includes: Handsome reusable tote bag -- A large, heavy-duty organic cotton canvas tote in black bottom/natural top with our logo embroidered in red Certificate for 1-hr. design consultation and 4 hrs. skilled installation labor – One of our fabulous crew members will come to your home for a morning (4 hours) of skiled upgrades and repairs. During this time, we can help you get started on implementing the accompanying energy savings kit. - Caulk and caulk gun - Weatherstripping kit - Sample of compact fluorescent light bulbs - Work gloves - Lightweight tool[...]
Punxsutawney Phil Predicts Spring’s Arrival!
Punxsutawney Phil info here predicted an early spring this morning ... that means it's a perfect time to start planning those home improvement plans you've been dreaming about all winter! Give us a call for help.
Rock the Vote
Myers Constructs is in the running for the 2011 Design and Construction Report Best Construction Blog competition. We'd love to have your support -- please cast your vote (as many times as you wish) before the March 7, 2011 deadline. Thank you!
Myers Constructs is in the new issue of Philly Row Home magazine
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