nc: How to demo a deck in no time
- 09/10/12 03:36 AM
We recently had to remove a deck that was built by others, and wasn't built to commercial code (yes, there are MANY differences between residential and commercial code). Our first preference was to bring it up to commercial code, but we figured out that wasn't doable with some major steps having been missed. So having spent so much time on investigating the issues, we thought we'd just get the deck down as quickly as possible. Mission accomplished.
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nc: Full Time or Part Time Carpenter/Handyman Assistant Needed
- 09/10/12 01:57 AM
Wrenn Home Improvements in Wake Forest, NC (with work in Wake Forest & Raleigh area) is seeking a full time or part time Handyman Assistant to work under the supervision of a Crew Leader. Positions for both full time or part time are for immediate employment with long term potential and advancement. Some construction and carpentry experience is required, but on-the-job training will be provided. Applicant must be able to work from ladders, do heavy lifting, and have the ability to communicate effectively with customers and represent the company well. Work day will be 7:00 am-3:30 pm with 1/2 hour … (3 comments)
nc: Yes, we can read...we were hired to do this!
- 12/02/11 04:49 PM
Signs are funny. At least to me they can be. And recently we were working on a demo project locally where we removed an old wooden playgroud structure.
To my amusement, I saw this sign on the way out, and just had to get a picture of some of our workers in the background.
I'm pretty sure we might have done worse than vandalize this playground. We just plain took it down, folks. But at least we kept in line with #15 rule above. There wasn't any of it left when we were done.
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nc: Looking for Part Time Help--Carpenter in Wake Forest
- 09/01/11 10:34 AM
We're looking for part time help beginning immediately for a part time carpenter for one of our crews. The work would be 2-3 days a week, with potential for full time employment in the future. Applicants must be experienced in carpentry, and have knowledge of home construction/remodeling/repairs. We specialize in repairing wood rot (exterior siding & trim) and real estate closing punchlists, and applicant would work both alone and with a team, depending on the job. No tools are required, as they will be provided. Must have a clean driving record and a valid drivers license. Must be able to lift … (5 comments)
nc: Signs of Spring
- 03/20/11 02:08 PM
They're all around! Signs of Spring that is. Birds are chirping & frogs are singing. I even heard the Spring Peepers out in the wet woods behind my back yard just late last week. Heck, Spring is even in their name!
And of course flowers are blooming, like these little wild violets in one of my customer's yard.
And there are more signs, like these hyacinth in our front garden.
But the most sure sign of all, the one that you KNOW Spring is here when you see it is … (10 comments)
nc: My First EVER White Christmas (night) in NC
- 12/26/10 04:42 AM
It started snowing here yesterday evening, on Christmas. We'd been awaiting it all day and wondering if it would make it. It did, and before we went to bed we had a white Christmas. The first one I've been a part of here in Wake Forest, and the first in this area since 1947!! Here's what it looked like shortly before I headed off to bed.
We were forecast to get about 6 inches or so, and we did! Here are some more photos of my front and back yard, respectively.
Now for fun with the kids in … (2 comments)
nc: Don't hire a painter to do this
- 12/23/10 05:55 AM
Ok, I like painters, at least some of them. They make your house better looking and protect all that wood and cardboard, I mean hardboard siding. (Yes, I have it on my house, too.) They caulk things and make the gaps go away and keep water out of the house. And that's a VERY GOOD THING. But hiring your painter to replace some trim or siding...not usually a good idea. At least check in front of them (get references and call them specifically about REPAIRS they have done), and certainly check behind them! A customer called us recently and had a … (5 comments)
nc: DANGEROUS! How to install a PVC fence post cap
- 12/16/10 07:40 AM
This is very difficult, so be careful if you try this at home. Especially notice the position of the hands. Be careful! … (2 comments)
nc: Bathroom subfloor repair
- 12/15/10 01:50 AM
Little leaks are really big problems! A recent client (just outside of the Wake Forest/Raleigh, NC area) contacted us after they had an inspection done that found some water damage under the hall toilet. It was pretty bad! We pulled back the vinyl...
...and there was some damage! Both to the lauan and the subfloor. Yuck! We cut out the subfloor and installed some 2x blocking (not pictured) to keep all the new subfloor level with the existing.
We replaced the subfloor with new (yes, non-rotted!) 3/4" plywood and lauan, and then cut out the hole for … (5 comments)
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We recently had to remove a deck that was built by others, and wasn't built to commercial code (yes, there are MANY differences between residential and commercial code). 
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