August 27, 2010 - Pipes
Originally uploaded by TochiPhotos
Some pipes and openings in my laundry room.

Site of a new bathroom. The guys dug out a trench to lay down new drainage pipes. They had told us not to flush any toliets. The alarm technician also came by today to rewire some stuff. Despite knowing about the no-flush policy, he totally forgot about it. He only realized after he flushed, and thought he might have been safe when he didn't hear any immediate feedback. Unfortunately, it only took a few more seconds before yells came from the basement. The guy was so embarrassed, and the renovaters were not very happy. The worst part? I couldn't stop laughing.


August 25, 2010 - Hoya
Originally uploaded by TochiPhotos
My camera took a tumble, and Hoya is no Nikon...the filter didn't take it too well. Good thing it wasn't one of my B+W filters. lol.

Applying fresh R-12 insulation to the walls.... might as well get the maximum rebate!


August 23, 2010 - Gone!
Originally uploaded by TochiPhotos
I'm impressed at how a group of 10 people can tear down a basement...reminds me of the TBP volunteering event, where we helped demolish a 1900 home. First time using a sledge hammer, and I found a 1915 newspaper inside the walls... A large bag of coal for 5 cents! But I probably breathed in so much abestos during that day. :(