Working on the “Ell” and Shed Dormer
The old ell is joined to the new construction, with some demolition done to make room for a shed dormer and a slider door.
The old ell is joined to the new construction, with some demolition done to make room for a shed dormer and a slider door.
Roofing contractor Kevin Benjer demonstrates the correct way to apply asphalt roofing shingles and a ridge vent.
Bob and carpentry contractor Bob Ryley continue working on the bulkhead entrance into the basement.
Bob helps carpentry contractor Bob Ryley install a bulkhead from a kit and put trim (a soffit, fascia, and drip edge) on the front façade.
Bob and carpentry contractor Bob Ryley complete the raftering job on the roof of the Cape Cod house.
Bob goes over some of the rough plumbing work that needs to be done in the Cape Cod house.
Some demolition is done on the old ell to prepare it for renovation, while ceiling joists and roof rafters go up in the new section of the house.
Bob reviews the new second floor and watches the gable end raised, the ridge pole set in place, and the rafters’ installation.
Bob takes us on a tour of the IKO roofing shingle plant in Wilmington, DE.
Bob assists carpentry contractor Bob Ryley, as he builds a staircase from the first floor.