Chester Porch part 2

     Here I replaced the bottom rotted beams with PT and Simpson galvanized metal post standoffs.  This keeps the wood off the ground where it is prone to suck up the moisture and rot.   The top porch posts were  sitting on the porch floor which would eventually lead to moisture or termite damage.  I also installed standoffs here. 

    I gave all end grains a coat of paint and put a piece of aluminum flashing in between the standoff and post.  This will protect the posts from rot and keep any future bugs from trying to tunnel up any of the posts. The 5 1/2 inch finish base trims will then hide the standoffs.

Basement Doors

Here's a pair of cedar basement doors I did for a customer.  We opted for these instead of the standard steel Bilco doors because they are more similar to the house's design features.   Primed and ready for finish paint.

Dormer Restoration

These dormers required all new trim,shingles,weatherproofing, and various flashing details. I wrapped the dormers first in ice and water shield for extra protection from leakage. The trim is 5/4 PFJ cedar screwed and glued at all joints with all hidden end grain cuts receiving a coat of paint . Trim and shingles are kept 3/4 inch off the roof line to prevent moisture damage.The trim is now ready for a coat of finish paint

Chester Farmhouse Porch Restoratiion

This classic farmhouse porch required a lot of work. I was able to save the fir floor but all the front beams and lower posts were replaced with 4x6 pt. New railings and trim skirts were constructed out of cedar. A few of the upper posts also required replacement

Narragansett Renovation

Here are some pics of my most recent job. This cottage is located in Bonnet Shores in Narragansett RI. We have done a total gut and redo- adding a large deck,screen porch,new kitchen,etc..

One of my favorite projects

Here are some pics of one of my favorite projects to date.  This Dr. Marks neoclassical designed new house in chester.   I worked on this house for almost 5 years with general contractor Paul Knudsen.  I did the columns,trim,decks,barn restoration and much more.