Insulation

Insulation is ongoing - any day now, siding, drywalling, and septic tank installation should start. 

Wiring...check, Plumbing...check, Roofing...check

The wiring, plumbing, and roofing are complete.  I took a few pictures today of the vast nest of wires that will be hiding behind our walls.

Our completed roof:

The framing around the ductwork in the basement:

My happy place... our new backyard:

Shingles!

I honestly don't know what there is about shingles that make me happy, but I was positively giddy on Friday when we stopped by the house and shingling was underway.  And to put a cherry on top, wiring also began on Friday.  Those poor electricians were also there today and were planning to be there on Monday.

The geothermal unit is also in.  Very impressive.

Wiring is supposed to be done by Tuesday - our home automation system goes in on Wednesday.  Steve tells me no home is complete without one.  :-)

Ductwork

Ductwork is complete.  Here are some shots from earlier this week:

We knew this would happen...

Visible progress is crawling to a standstill, but work continues daily.  Plumbing is complete; ductwork and geothermal installation is ongoing; fireplace inserts have been inserted; and the remaining 3 windows have been installed.  Also, the second tub/shower unit has been installed.  Still, no shingles on the roof.  Wiring is scheduled to begin on Friday.

The plumbing began on Friday

One tub in and one tub to put in.  And lots of pvc laying about.  He'll be back tomorrow!

Thursday, May 12

Emma and I went out to the house Thursday night - they had put in some insulation to prepare for the plumber and spraypainted on the floor some of the builtins:

Outline of the island in the kitchen:

 Outline of builtin bookcases next to fireplace in basement:

Outline of bar in basement:

Outline of window seat and shelves in study: