Category: Construction and Maintenance
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Porch Views
Here are some views of the completed porch. All that’s missing now is metal on the roof. Continue reading
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Porch Construction
The porch railing is now complete! The sawn-off piece of concrete from moving the propane tank will now become the bottom step of the porch. Bill used the tractor to move the slab into position. Continue reading
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Porch Work and a Big Frog
The porch is still coming along nicely. The railing is now under construction. Plus, the pond by our house has some rather large frogs in it. This one was about the size of my hand. Continue reading
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The County Fair and Porch Work
We went back to the Delta County Fair today. I wanted to see how I did with my cloak and take a look at all the exhibits. My cloak took a first prize! I’ll get a picture when I pick it up on Sunday. The fair is a lot smaller this year compared to last… Continue reading
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The Structure Is Done!
The main porch structure is complete. It’s now ready to accept decking material. It’ll look like a real deck very soon! Continue reading
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Porch Work Continues
The back porch is coming along nicely. The roof supports are in, and the basic framing has been started. Here’s the crew deciding what to do next. Continue reading
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Becky, Harri, and the Sheep; Construction Continues
Becky and Harri, the new Akbash puppy, are working well together in taking care of the rams. Harri looks one way while Becky watches me. Harri looks like he’s asleep in the field, but he’s really awake and watching for threats to his sheep. Becky came over to confirm it was me and to ensure… Continue reading
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Finishing the Rafters
We’re now getting ready to install the rafters on the east side of the porch. Here are some in-progress and after pictures of the installation process. Continue reading
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Construction Progress
Here we are, finally getting the porch cover started. Our next step is to put up the header board on the side of the house to hold the rafters in place. Continue reading
