After passing the HVAC and rough framing inspection, I now had permission to enclose the walls of the house. The first step was to ensure that I had minimal air leakage through the wall. Air in motion is quite efficient …
There are several key components of a well installed plumbing system that I had yet to install, mainly a backflow preventer and a pressure reducing valve. The backflow preventer ensures that water from my house has no chance of flowing …
I installed a decent portion of the cold water supply way back before I poured the concrete slab. The roxul I used to insulate the slab is plenty to ensure that there won’t be any freezing issues with the PEX, …
I’m tantalizingly close to reaching that glorious step where rain will no longer be able to harm the OSB roof sheathing or subfloor but a few key steps remain. Most importantly, there is currently no roof sheathing on the gable …
Step 11d – Inspection, Bargeboard, and Gable Overhangs Read more »
After a couple weeks of frustration, I was rewarded with my second passing inspection today, giving me a green light to pour the concrete slab that will complete the foundation. I do have a few more steps to take before …
Step 7a – Pull Stakes and Forms, Insulate, and Reinspect Read more »
Building your own slab on grade foundation requires you to install the plumbing before you pour the footings. Here’s how I did it..