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Windows and Roofing

The windows showed up late last week, and the builders finished installing the majority of the rigid insulation and pressure-treated lumber to skirt/protect the foam at the ground level. Nine windows were installed, and although a few days late, the roofers dropped off all their
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Three Walls up, One Long One to Go

Missed a bit of the action this morning as mom and I drove to SW Collins in Caribou to pick out some more things for the kitchen and make our final decision on the siding/roof shingles.  We drove out with our mind set on a brown laminated siding that resembled natural cedar, but
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Automation Overview

Hard to believe that it’s been almost a full week since I wrote last, but throw in the preparation for a few weddings, bachelor party, 10-year high school reunion, trying out new wheelchairs, and applying for grants and you can see how quickly time can escape. And this was
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Construction Specifications – Part 1

Foundation This was a no-brainer for me, but a steady and constant struggle between me and one of my parents.Now, I won’t name any names, but she certainly feels that a house in Northern Maine should have a basement!My thoughts: I can’t get down there, and it’s
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