It's hard to believe that its been almost 2 years since our last post!! Wow, time certainly does fly by when you're sitting in your new home sipping cocktails and admiring the view ... but we wouldn't know about that since we're still working on the place!
Don't believe us? Here are a few photos of our latest installment - the sprinkler system
Doesn't look like much but this "little" project took us over 5 months to complete. The actual installation only took a couple of weeks (thank you TJ!). It was getting it designed, approved and buying the materials that was the biggest challenge. Did you know that it easier to buy a firearm than it is to buy the equipment needed to install a sprinkler system? Yup. You need a
license to purchase the CPVC pipe (basically orange PVC) used for installing an indoor sprinkler system. Even though the fire inspector has to test and sign off on the project validating that it was installed/is working properly, you need a license to even PURCHASE the equipment! And the answer we received when we asked "Why?" ... "to preserve the industry". So I may just have to get myself the training required to obtain a license to purchase this stuff if only to be able to help the next DIYer!
Anyway, rough plumbing is in, the gas lines are in, the rough electrical is in, and HVAC is about 90% finished (the remaining 10% comes after drywall is up). The call is in to the insulation people so we can get the ceilings sprayed and we're thinking of having a Batting BBQ. What's that you ask? We're looking for adventure seekers to help us install the batting insulation in the walls followed by a BBQ/Beer Bash! Interested? Let us know and we'll keep you posted on the details! Once the insulation is in ... it's drywall time! (Don't worry, we're not asking for volunteers for that but if you know of a good drywaller, let us know).
Stay tuned ... I promise it won't take another 2 years before I post again :)
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