Patio Remodel: Episode 12 The new Alumawood patio cover needs to attach to something. I’m preparing the wall and attaching the hanger system.
Read MoreGoing Vertical: This First Patio Support
Patio Remodel: Episode 11 After months of prep work and repair, I’m finally starting the build of the monstrous, 20 x 20 Alumawood patio cover. From the six original wooden supports to only two steel, it’s going to be a wide-open space!
Read MoreProject Creep: Electrical Spaghetti and the Old Siding
Patio Remodel: Episode 10 A simple slot in the wall turned into a mess of electrical wiring wierdness. I had to take time out of planned work to tear into the wall to fix everything.
Read MoreDemolishing the Last of the Patio Roof
Patio Remodel Chapter 9: I’m tearing down the remains of the rickety old patio roof. Damaged beyond repair with dry-rot and insect damage, it’s past time to demolition.
Read MoreThe Big Big Footings: Part 3 - The Concrete
Patio Remodel: Episode 8: I'm pouring two massive cubes of concrete, nearly two and a half feet thick beneath the patio.
Read MoreThe Big Big Footings: Part 2 - The Holes
Patio Remodel: Episode 7 I’m going subterranean in my effort to build footings for the new patio cover. Going down!!!
Read MoreThe Big Big Footings: Part 1 - Breaking Ground
Patio Remodel: Episode 6 Going from six, wooden support columns to two steel columns is going to take some really big concrete footings to support the new roof. I’m burrowing through the existing patio, cutting concrete, and busting it up.
Read MoreDon't Fence Me In
Patio Remodel: Episode 5 The rusting pool fence needs to come down, so I’m bringing out a new tool to deal with the rusted bolts.
Read MoreBlowing the Roof off this Place!
Patio Remodel: Episode 4 I’m ripping the lid off the project so there’s no turning back now. The first half of the patio cover is coming down!!!
Read MoreNext Big Project: Starting the Patio Remodel
Patio Remodel: Episode 3 The next major project is the patio remodel. I’ve finally got a plan to replace the ancient wood and fiberglass monstrosity.
Read MoreBefore The Patio Collapses...
Patio Remodel: Episode 2 The patio roof’s support posts are in rough shape. I have to pause demolition and planning to come up with a temporary fix.
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Assault on the Patio - Beginning the Renovation
Patio Remodel: Episode 1 Our old, weather-beaten and rotting patio needs a face-lift and a ton of repair. I’m getting started with some demo.
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