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And 2 more

A few more of the job going together

They did a nice job on the floor

more pics of the lift going in tomorrow

some foundation pics

Both, at the existing "lower" house level we built a mudroom that is on same level as the house, when you come out of this enclosed mudroom you will step down 4-5' to garage level. The existing "Upper" house level requires you to 1 step up into a breakfast area / bedroom foyer area in the...

I'll post the inbetween pics tonight

Its been awhile since I posted, The original excavation was a nightmare had to get adifferent guy. I've been finishing up as I can and as funds allow.getting power in next week and need to get another retaining wall in.

Its looking abit better today, The plan is for 12' ceilings thats why its this deep. Rear wall is a full 32' long 12' high + footing, going to be reinforced 12" thick as it is acting as a retaining wall in some aspects, Its tough building on a sloped site.

actualy, there is going to be a small mudroom with a closet and the bath (with a shower stall) and a wood or pellet stove. This chews up abit of my garage space but it'll be nice to have a bath for the garage and my existing bedroom on the lower level of the house. Have to walk a flight to take...

Sorry for the delay, Most of the earth being retained by those walls is hard pan. When I placed them several years ago I put about a 1' of 3/4 stone behind to help with drainage and take some of the latarial load off the wall. Here are the newest pics of the dig. It should be done tomorrow.

Its been 10 years in the planning, but the dirt is finally getting dug. The excavator showed up and is making short work of it. I'll keep the board posted as time allows. The plan is 12' ceilings with a 2 post lift and a small bath. For the new wife, 2 beds and a bath above. I'm really busy so...

I want one of these, Its being included in my plans. Anyone get a quote to Boston?

? ... I really need a garage.

I hope to start building a 26'x30' garage next summer. I really need one!