A Few Projects

We have completed a few more house projects lately.  The last major update was probably the new septic system that had to be installed not too long after we moved in; since then, we have had a few other updates done starting with the wiring/electric work being redone upstairs and the outlets being replaced.  We also put in new entry doors on the garage.  

My favorite recent update is the new shower in the upstairs bathroom.  This is something that is used on a daily basis, so it is so nice to have this replaced.  What we thought was going to be a simple shower/tub replacement of course turned into a much bigger project than anticipated with replacing the previous tiling around the shower with drywall but then the guys working on the project realized the new tub, which was a standard size would be a bit bigger than the old one so the storage area to the left had to be completely rebuilt.  They ended up tearing this area out down to the studs, realized there was no insulation in that wall, added that in, and then ended up taking quite a bit longer to finish since it was a bigger project than initially thought, but we were very happy with the final outcome.  (P.S. Sliding glass shower doors = impossible to keep clean - go with a curtain.)

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After:

The windows on the front porch were the last set to be replaced in the house so they are all updated now.  We also added new doors.  This area was nice to get updated too since this is where we wait for the bus in the mornings. 

I wanted to add in a picture of the fresh mulch that was just added this spring.  (By the way, Ian, I see what you did with the mini trench/border there - good job:)  I love that bright orange-colored mulch!  Even simple changes to landscaping can add so much curb appeal.  Our perennials are just starting to sprout - mostly hostas and lilies.  They fill in more as the spring and summer seasons go on so it is not quite as bare. 

I was thinking about a month ago we should probably look into getting the furnace and central air replaced since it is in the 25-30 year range on age before something happens.  Thankfully, we do have an alternative heat and air conditioning source since the furnace went on the fritz about 2 weeks ago and will be replaced this coming week along with a new air system.  Yet another lesson learned as a homeowner - don't wait until something is beyond repair to replace.

Lastly, something I have been thinking about is having the shutters painted.  They are a shade of blue now but some have started to fade, so they may have to be painted eventually anyway.  I really like the deep plum color, as long as it will still coordinate with the color of our siding.