The "Official" The HCP Home Remodel Thread....

Welcome to our community

Be a part of something great, join today!

Register Log in
I am a licensed Building Inspector (ICS-Industrial Commercial Residential) who recently retired. I spent 10 years in that field along with fire and housing inspector roles as well. I was also a 25 year home inspector. I can help.
 
stampedehero said:
I am a licensed Building Inspector (ICS-Industrial Commercial Residential) who recently retired. I spent 10 years in that field along with fire and housing inspector roles as well. I was also a 25 year home inspector. I can help.
Click to expand...

You actually think HCP will pull a permit or follow code?
 
riverman said:
not sure if you've done it yet but I'd paint last .....especially after any electrical or plumbing...might have to remove some freshly painted drywall otherwise and paint it again.
Click to expand...
Only painting will be outside. If we are able to remodel the kitchen or bathroom, it will definitely be after all the electrical work is done.
 
I was very close to just having some of the homeboys do all the work on the down low. Father-in- law and wifey are making me get all guys license and bonded with real web sites and everything. I know it's the correct way to do it, but I know I could have saved a ton of money for sure having my yard guy's family do all the work.

Trying to use as many hookups as I can with things though.
 
Would love any recommendations on skylights and windows. Want to get that installed before they start painting. Roof guys are installing my skylights, just have to order them. I keep hearing Millguard is the way to go. The windows we have are all the original double hung woods. Wish we could get them rebuilt or fixed. To order new versions of these ones would cost me $30,000!!!!! That ain't happening FAMS!
 
Broke ground yesterday FAMS.
Porch was sagging, along with the house a bit. 97 years old, guess that will start happening.
My guy Carlos and the boys demoed the whole porch and stairs. Rebuilding then starting on the roof. He's going to take down the furnace chimney while he's up there. Paint after that. Had my man come measure for our new windows. Replacing each one. Said we will notice how much quieter it makes the house. Getting the top energy efficient ones and three skylights for our upstairs.

Screen Shot 2017-05-18 at 11.16.52 AM.png

Screen Shot 2017-05-18 at 11.17.39 AM.png

Screen Shot 2017-05-18 at 11.18.27 AM.png

Screen Shot 2017-05-18 at 11.18.54 AM.png
 
I was going to say that heavy traffic will make a porch sag like that.....well worth rebuilding! Rock on dude...you're going to be happy when it's all done...I need new windows and doors ...it does make a place quieter
 
It's gettin' real FAMS! Father in law just finished our drawings to finish the basement. Still rebuilding the porch, then they will start with the roof and paint. Just trying to figure out how soon I should have them start in the basement. Not sure how many projects we want going on at once. Definitely rewiring and new pipes I was told recently, so there's that! Kinda fun being my own general contractor on all this. I'm lucky I have a bunch of good friends in this industry. Tapping into their expertise and connections. Also being Mexican has helped!!!!


Screen Shot 2017-05-30 at 10.45.16 AM.png
 
My mexicans tore down the old furnace chimney today. Shit what a mess. New energy efficient Milguard windows being installed on the whole house as I type. Porch all rebuilt. Going to start tearing the roof off tomorrow. Very exciting seeing it all come together.
 
HCP said:
My mexicans tore down the old furnace chimney today. Shit what a mess. New energy efficient Milguard windows being installed on the whole house as I type. Porch all rebuilt. Going to start tearing the roof off tomorrow. Very exciting seeing it all come together.
Click to expand...

Eclipse party at HCP's!
 
HCP said:
My mexicans tore down the old furnace chimney today. Shit what a mess. New energy efficient Milguard windows being installed on the whole house as I type. Porch all rebuilt. Going to start tearing the roof off tomorrow. Very exciting seeing it all come together.
Click to expand...
next time don't use your fireplace as a bong
 
Ahhh, remind me when the official "HCP remodels his cardboard box cuz he's homeless" thread comes.

Kidding, good to see progress
 
HCP said:
My mexicans tore down the old furnace chimney today. Shit what a mess. New energy efficient Milguard windows being installed on the whole house as I type. Porch all rebuilt. Going to start tearing the roof off tomorrow. Very exciting seeing it all come together.
Click to expand...

My Mexicans? So.... You and a friend?
 
I'm in the planning stage with my basement renovation.

I'm going for a retro/modern feel. Custom woodwork. A 4k tv in a 70s/80s style floor tv cabinet:

8245177138_4b625b020c_c.jpg


That and a 300g aquarium. I had planned this years ago, even started a thread here on it, but those plans took a backseat until now.
 
Fez Von Savage said:
I'm in the planning stage with my basement renovation.

I'm going for a retro/modern feel. Custom woodwork. A 4k tv in a 70s/80s style floor tv cabinet:

8245177138_4b625b020c_c.jpg


That and a 300g aquarium. I had planned this years ago, even started a thread here on it, but those plans took a backseat until now.
Click to expand...

I don't consider myself super-gullible, but as someone who appreciates old record players, NES, and has a 100g saltwater in his basement, your idea.... I'm halfway stoked.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.

Similar threads

Dougnsalem
OT The "Official" The Dougnsalem Home Remodel Thread....
Replies
2
Views
262
andalusian
andalusian
THE HCP
Notice The OFFICIAL Home Remodeling Thread……
4 5 6
Replies
153
Views
10K
crandc
crandc
JfizzleBlazer
Home Repairs
2
Replies
31
Views
2K
SlyPokerDog
SlyPokerDog
dpc
Crandc
Replies
5
Views
545
dpc
dpc
THE HCP
Notice Little THE HCP
30 31 32
Replies
955
Views
57K
tlongII
tlongII

Users who are viewing this thread

Total: 1 (members: 0, guests: 1)
Back
Top