Renovation and Weatherization List - Revision history

Shawn: /* Even more to do */

2013-09-15T19:51:45Z

Even more to do

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	#Clean basement window wells from leaves and other rotting debris		#Clean basement window wells from leaves and other rotting debris
	#Repair/ replace fence that has fallen down.		#Repair/ replace fence that has fallen down.
			#Paint exterior. See [[Testing paint colors on a photograph]].


	[[Category:House and home]]		[[Category:House and home]]

Shawn at 04:18, 11 April 2012

2012-04-11T04:18:22Z

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	[[Category:House and ~~Home~~]]		[[Category:House and home]]

Shawn: /* Work Plan 2010-2011 */ spelling

2010-06-22T15:48:22Z

Work Plan 2010-2011: spelling

Shawn at 03:07, 22 June 2010

2010-06-22T03:07:42Z

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	See [[File:ReevesNashHomeAssessmentPre2010.pdf]] for the audit we got December 2009.		See [[File:ReevesNashHomeAssessmentPre2010.pdf]] for the audit we got December 2009.
	===Work Plan ~~Summer/ Fall~~ 2010===		===Work Plan 2010-2011===
	#Insulate and air seal main attic ($1780 SP):		#Insulate and air seal main attic ($1780 SP):
	##Insulate existing hatch with foam board. Weatherstrip hatch. Build baffle around hatch to prevent insulation spillage.		##Insulate existing hatch with foam board. Weatherstrip hatch. Build baffle around hatch to prevent insulation spillage.
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	##Boiler should be replaced after walls are insulated as there will probably be a cost savings in both the equipment purchase and over the life of the boiler.		##Boiler should be replaced after walls are insulated as there will probably be a cost savings in both the equipment purchase and over the life of the boiler.

	~~On the list:~~		===More to do===
	#Renovate third floor bathroom		#Renovate third floor bathroom
	#Renovate second floor bathroom		#Renovate second floor bathroom
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	#Back porch steps are rotten, too- maybe wait until they break to replace them as I think the stringers are rotted, too. The new steps should extend all the way to the house leaving no woodchuck gaps.		#Back porch steps are rotten, too- maybe wait until they break to replace them as I think the stringers are rotted, too. The new steps should extend all the way to the house leaving no woodchuck gaps.

			===Even more to do===
	I don't know when this work should be done, some I might be able to do myself:		I don't know when this work should be done, some I might be able to do myself:
	#Repair creaky stairs throughout.		#Repair creaky stairs throughout.

Shawn: /* Work Plan Summer/ Fall 2010 */ added company initials to estimates

2010-06-18T02:36:11Z

Work Plan Summer/ Fall 2010: added company initials to estimates

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	See [[File:ReevesNashHomeAssessmentPre2010.pdf]] for the audit we got December 2009.		See [[File:ReevesNashHomeAssessmentPre2010.pdf]] for the audit we got December 2009.
	===Work Plan Summer/ Fall 2010===		===Work Plan Summer/ Fall 2010===
	#Insulate and air seal main attic ($1780):		#Insulate and air seal main attic ($1780 SP):
	##Insulate existing hatch with foam board. Weatherstrip hatch. Build baffle around hatch to prevent insulation spillage.		##Insulate existing hatch with foam board. Weatherstrip hatch. Build baffle around hatch to prevent insulation spillage.
	##Air sealing--general. Expose and seal all top plates using spray foam. Seal electrical penetrations, gaps between framing and sheetrock, plumbing stacks, etc. Lay insulation back down when done.		##Air sealing--general. Expose and seal all top plates using spray foam. Seal electrical penetrations, gaps between framing and sheetrock, plumbing stacks, etc. Lay insulation back down when done.
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	##Ceiling slopes. Fill empty sloped ceiling cavities with cellulose insulation to ensure complete fill.		##Ceiling slopes. Fill empty sloped ceiling cavities with cellulose insulation to ensure complete fill.
	##Some electrical work may be required to remove/ disconnect any discovered knob and tube wiring.		##Some electrical work may be required to remove/ disconnect any discovered knob and tube wiring.
	#Insulate and air seal 4 kneewall attics ($2730):		#Insulate and air seal 4 kneewall attics ($2730 SP):
	##Cut hatches to 3 inaccessible kneewall attics. Build secure trimwork to hold new hatches in place. Prime trim.		##Cut hatches to 3 inaccessible kneewall attics. Build secure trimwork to hold new hatches in place. Prime trim.
	##Alison to paint the trimwork once completed.		##Alison to paint the trimwork once completed.

Shawn at 02:31, 18 June 2010

2010-06-18T02:31:40Z

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	Work Plan Summer/ Fall 2010		See [[File:ReevesNashHomeAssessmentPre2010.pdf]] for the audit we got December 2009.
			===Work Plan Summer/ Fall 2010===
	#Insulate and air seal main attic ($1780):		#Insulate and air seal main attic ($1780):
	##Insulate existing hatch with foam board. Weatherstrip hatch. Build baffle around hatch to prevent insulation spillage.		##Insulate existing hatch with foam board. Weatherstrip hatch. Build baffle around hatch to prevent insulation spillage.

Alisonnash at 02:27, 18 June 2010

2010-06-18T02:27:21Z

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	#Clean basement window wells from leaves and other rotting debris		#Clean basement window wells from leaves and other rotting debris
	#Repair/ replace fence that has fallen down.		#Repair/ replace fence that has fallen down.


			[[Category:House and Home]]

Xeentav at 02:01, 18 June 2010

2010-06-18T02:01:31Z

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	##Add additional outlets to rooms that have only one or two. Compile detailed list.		##Add additional outlets to rooms that have only one or two. Compile detailed list.
	##Replace ceiling fixture in Third floor Guest Room, Studio, and Gable Room. Perhaps purchase two new hallway fixtures and use existing hallway fixtures in Guest Room and Studio.		##Replace ceiling fixture in Third floor Guest Room, Studio, and Gable Room. Perhaps purchase two new hallway fixtures and use existing hallway fixtures in Guest Room and Studio.
	#Painting: Interior this summer: (Estimate $50-$80 each room for supplies)		#Painting: Interior this summer: (Estimate $80-$150 each room for supplies)
	##In conjunction with interior window trim work, the following rooms could be painted in the following order:		##In conjunction with interior window trim work, the following rooms could be painted in the following order:
	##Studio ceiling, walls		##Studio ceiling, walls

Xeentav at 02:00, 18 June 2010

2010-06-18T02:00:35Z

Xeentav at 01:58, 18 June 2010

2010-06-18T01:58:22Z

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	Work Plan Summer/ Fall 2010		Work Plan Summer/ Fall 2010
	#Insulate and air seal main attic ($1780):		#Insulate and air seal main attic ($1780):
	##Insulate existing hatch with foam board. Weatherstrip hatch. Build baffle around hatch to prevent insulation spillage.Air sealing--general. Expose and seal all top plates using spray foam. Seal electrical penetrations, gaps between framing and sheetrock, plumbing stacks, etc. Lay insulation back down when done.		##Insulate existing hatch with foam board. Weatherstrip hatch. Build baffle around hatch to prevent insulation spillage.
			##Air sealing--general. Expose and seal all top plates using spray foam. Seal electrical penetrations, gaps between framing and sheetrock, plumbing stacks, etc. Lay insulation back down when done.
	##Blow cellulose insulation. Add blown cellulose insulation to fill gaps and voids in existing insulation and bring overall R value to R-50.		##Blow cellulose insulation. Add blown cellulose insulation to fill gaps and voids in existing insulation and bring overall R value to R-50.
	##Ceiling slopes. Fill empty sloped ceiling cavities with cellulose insulation to ensure complete fill.		##Ceiling slopes. Fill empty sloped ceiling cavities with cellulose insulation to ensure complete fill.

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	##Blow cellulose insulation. Add blown cellulose insulation to fill gaps and voids in existing insulation and bring overall R value to R-50.		##Blow cellulose insulation. Add blown cellulose insulation to fill gaps and voids in existing insulation and bring overall R value to R-50.
	#Weatherize windows: (Estimate $200-$300 per window)		#Weatherize windows: (Estimate $200-$300 per window)
	##Repair/ replace sashes on all windows. Replace broken sash cords. Add metal or rubber permanent weatherization strips where missing to ~~insure~~ tight seal when closed. Replace cracked glass with new glass or use old glass from windows from Significant Elements. Skilled carpenter needed.		##Repair/ replace sashes on all windows. Replace broken sash cords. Add metal or rubber permanent weatherization strips where missing to ensure tight seal when closed. Replace cracked glass with new glass or use old glass from windows from Significant Elements. Skilled carpenter needed.
	##Replace aluminum storm windows with new Low E glazed storm windows. Repair ~~exis.~~ historic screen/ glass storm windows ~~to insure a tight seal~~. Add permanent weather stripping in lieu of replaceable caulk cord. Skilled carpenter needed.		##Replace aluminum storm windows with new Low E glazed storm windows. Repair existing historic screen/glass storm windows for fit. Add permanent weather stripping in lieu of replaceable caulk cord. Skilled carpenter needed.
	##Repair glazing on exterior of all windows. Repaint exterior of windows. Alison can repaint.		##Repair glazing on exterior of all windows. Repaint exterior of windows. Alison can repaint.
	##While sashes are out, restore finish on interior of window trim where ~~splintery~~ or dry.		##While sashes are out, restore finish on interior of window trim where splintered or dry.
	##Ensure all basement windows are sealed, including west wall larger windows.		##Ensure all basement windows are sealed, including west wall larger windows.
	#Improve weatherization and operation of doors: Need carpenter, could be same person that helps with the windows.$800-$1000 (If front door hardware is replaced, add $1000)		#Improve weatherization and operation of doors: Need carpenter, could be same person that helps with the windows.$800-$1000 (If front door hardware is replaced, add $1000)
	##Replace transition with weather strip/ transition combination for front door, add to side and back doors.		##Replace transition with weather strip/ transition combination for front door, add to side and back doors.
	##Lubricate door hinges (graphite)		##Lubricate door hinges (graphite).
	##Repair operation of first double door so that it works smoothly and is weather tight. Add closers to both doors if desired.		##Repair operation of first double door so that it works smoothly and is weather tight. Add closers to both doors if desired.
	##Investigate with help of a skilled carpenter if a deadbolt could be installed in lieu of turn knob/ key combination. Perhaps front door hardware could be changed entirely to new mortise set.		##Investigate with help of a skilled carpenter if a deadbolt could be installed in lieu of turn knob/ key combination. Perhaps front door hardware could be changed entirely to new mortise set.
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	##Dining Room		##Dining Room
	##Kitchen		##Kitchen
	#Minor structural repairs: Contractor required for these items ~~I am~~ not sure if some should be done in 2010, some later. $$		#Minor structural repairs: Contractor required for these items--not sure if some should be done in 2010, some later. $$
	##Bay Window- add bracing beneath. May require some weatherization to cantilevered floor at windows after work completed.		##Bay Window- add bracing beneath. May require some weatherization to cantilevered floor at windows after work completed.
	##Sister cracked wood column in basement near workbench		##Sister cracked wood column in basement near workbench
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	##Alison's opinion: the insulation work to the walls should be done after understanding the entire wall assembly. A water resistant membrane such as Tyvek may need to be installed on the shingle portion of the exterior elevations to improve the walls air tightness. Caulking around windows, repair of rotted window sills, etc. should be completed in conjunction with this work. The repainting of the exterior should be done either before or shortly after the walls are insulated so that the patched areas can be painted.		##Alison's opinion: the insulation work to the walls should be done after understanding the entire wall assembly. A water resistant membrane such as Tyvek may need to be installed on the shingle portion of the exterior elevations to improve the walls air tightness. Caulking around windows, repair of rotted window sills, etc. should be completed in conjunction with this work. The repainting of the exterior should be done either before or shortly after the walls are insulated so that the patched areas can be painted.
	##Exhaust fan in kitchen and both bathrooms should be installed in conjunction with the house envelope becoming more tight (ie walls insulated and window trim exteriors caulked) to reduce condensation on the interior surfaces of the house.		##Exhaust fan in kitchen and both bathrooms should be installed in conjunction with the house envelope becoming more tight (ie walls insulated and window trim exteriors caulked) to reduce condensation on the interior surfaces of the house.
	##Boiler should be replaced after walls are insulated as there will probably be a cost savings in both the equipment purchase and over the life of the boiler.		##Boiler should be replaced after walls are insulated as there will probably be a cost savings in both the equipment purchase and over the life of the boiler.

	===More to do===		===More to do===

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	##Repaint top treads of steps, using sand for traction.		##Repaint top treads of steps, using sand for traction.
	#Electrical work to be completed prior to insulating walls: (Estimate $1500-$2000)		#Electrical work to be completed prior to insulating walls: (Estimate $1500-$2000)
	####Replace all wiring on exterior walls that may be original to house. Compile detailed list based on circuit diagram.		##Replace all wiring on exterior walls that may be original to house. Compile detailed list based on circuit diagram.
	####Add additional outlets to rooms that have only one or two. Compile detailed list.		##Add additional outlets to rooms that have only one or two. Compile detailed list.
	####Replace ceiling fixture in Third floor Guest Room, Studio, and Gable Room. Perhaps purchase two new hallway fixtures and use existing hallway fixtures in Guest Room and Studio.		##Replace ceiling fixture in Third floor Guest Room, Studio, and Gable Room. Perhaps purchase two new hallway fixtures and use existing hallway fixtures in Guest Room and Studio.
	#Painting: Interior this summer: (Estimate $50-$80 each room for supplies)		#Painting: Interior this summer: (Estimate $50-$80 each room for supplies)
	####In conjunction with interior window trim work, the following rooms could be painted in the following order:		##In conjunction with interior window trim work, the following rooms could be painted in the following order:
	##Studio ceiling, walls		##Studio ceiling, walls
	##Guest bedroom ceiling, walls		##Guest bedroom ceiling, walls
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	##Kitchen		##Kitchen
	#Minor structural repairs: Contractor required for these items I am not sure if some should be done in 2010, some later. $$		#Minor structural repairs: Contractor required for these items I am not sure if some should be done in 2010, some later. $$
	####Bay Window- add bracing beneath. May require some weatherization to cantilevered floor at windows after work completed.		##Bay Window- add bracing beneath. May require some weatherization to cantilevered floor at windows after work completed.
	####Sister cracked wood column in basement near workbench		##Sister cracked wood column in basement near workbench
	####Check attic joists at time when insulation is removed to see if any require sistering due to twisting or cracking.		##Check attic joists at time when insulation is removed to see if any require sistering due to twisting or cracking.
	#Insulate walls ($7600):		#Insulate walls ($7600):
	##First floor: cut 2.5" holes, from exterior through trimwork, in every stud cavity. Install densely-packed cellulose insulation in cavities. (Cavities under windows are assumed to be inaccessible.) Plug holes with wood plugs. Cover with one coat of spackle.		##First floor: cut 2.5" holes, from exterior through trimwork, in every stud cavity. Install densely-packed cellulose insulation in cavities. (Cavities under windows are assumed to be inaccessible.) Plug holes with wood plugs. Cover with one coat of spackle.
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	On the list:		On the list:
	##Renovate third floor bathroom		#Renovate third floor bathroom
	##Renovate second floor bathroom		#Renovate second floor bathroom
	##Renovate Kitchen		#Renovate Kitchen
	##Restore front porch		#Restore front porch
	##Replace porch swing with more comfortable weather-resistant version, make outdoor pillows.		#Replace porch swing with more comfortable weather-resistant version, make outdoor pillows.
	##Paint fire escape		#Paint fire escape
	##Replace/ repair porch roofs- check integral gutters for leaks and repair to prevent further rot. There are rotten spots on both the front and back porch already.		#Replace/ repair porch roofs- check integral gutters for leaks and repair to prevent further rot. There are rotten spots on both the front and back porch already.
	##Back porch steps are rotten, too- maybe wait until they break to replace them as I think the stringers are rotted, too. The new steps should extend all the way to the house leaving no woodchuck gaps.		#Back porch steps are rotten, too- maybe wait until they break to replace them as I think the stringers are rotted, too. The new steps should extend all the way to the house leaving no woodchuck gaps.

	I don't know when this work should be done, some I might be able to do myself:		I don't know when this work should be done, some I might be able to do myself: