OUTSIDE-FRONT & BACK
- weeded and kept the overgrowth at bay until we could start the landscaping
- replaced front retaining wall
- installed water pressure regulator at house main
- replaced original clay pipe sewer line
- repaired part of the foundation
- removed giant hedge
- installed new fencing
- installed french drain system
- STILL TO DO: finish landscaping (project currently underway)
- built "cattery" cat enclosure for cat boxes
- installed new garage door opener
- started assembling storage shelves
- STILL TO DO: Finish sorting/organizing all of our stuff, replace dryer vent
- built storage platform supports
- built catwalk areas to access all parts of attic
- blew in insulation
- STILL TO DO: Finish building storage platforms by installing plywood
INSIDE- GENERAL
- replaced AC and Furnace units
- repaired and refinished original hardwood floors
- repaired cracked and damaged drywall
- painted all surfaces including trim, baseboards, and crown moulding
- ordered new blinds
- STILL TO DO: install new blinds, paint ceiling, replace thermostat
LIVING ROOM
- repaired chimney and installed gas fireplace insert
- STILL TO DO: solve sound system issues, replace sliding glass door
KITCHEN
- complete gut and remodel
- STILL TO DO: paint baseboard trim, repaint trim around pantry, repair grout in one small spot
BEDROOMS
- besides paint/floor refinishing, bedrooms didn't need much work! Whew!
- STILL TO DO: replace fan switch in office, build shelves in nursery closet
BATHROOMS
- installed new medicine cabinet in family bath
- scrubbed decades of grime off master bath
- STILL TO DO: "simple" refreshes-- drywall repair, new paint, new hardware