Drywall begins

Our first pieces of drywall were installed today in the garage and in the mechanical room in the basement (also known as The House of Jam). These had to be in place for the insulators to complete the insulation, which is expected to happen sometime this week. The empty space above the ladder in the photo is for the end of our canoe, which we'll hang from the garage ceiling. Our canoe has enjoyed wintering chez Papa and Allison, but soon it will be time for it to move into its permanent home.

In other news, work continues on the exterior this week. The guys are installing our soffit, which is cedar. Our interior stair railings are delayed, but coming soon. Once the insulation and the related inspection are complete, the drywalling can begin in earnest. Our mechanical supplier is coming in next Monday to complete his work and prepare to "shock heat" the floors.

Speaking of floors, the saga continues. Once we have found a solution to our woes, we'll fill you all in. Until next time...