Monthly Archives: January 2015
Local Manufacturers of Windows and Doors
We live near Denver, Colorado. Locally manufactured items qualify for LEED points if they are made within 500 miles of home. There are several local manufacturers of vinyl or uPVC windows in that radius but far fewer for fiberglass. Milgard, … Continue reading
Window and Door Decision
I’m in the throes of deciding about the replacement windows and doors. After the total replacement of the slab in the main part of the house, this is the most expensive single energy efficiency upgrade. Our current windows are all … Continue reading
LEED Checklist
Recounting where we are and where we need to be certainly requires a look at the LEED checklist. We are planning for most of the same points as in our preliminary rating and Platinum certification. Although some of the points … Continue reading
Inspections to Complete in 2015
So far we have had two building permits and five or six visits from the Arvada inspectors. The first building permit was for demolition and the under-slab plumbing. We passed after two or three visits from a very nice inspector … Continue reading
New List for 2015
Now that the holidays are over, it is time to re-check the fall list. I thought the kitchen beam was on it, but this is what I published in October. Remaining Fall Tasks (finished items marked out) Finish insulating wiring … Continue reading
Raise High the Ceiling Beam…
Today we finished putting up the kitchen beam that will hold the wall that divides the kitchen and the bathroom. I had to cut the joist holder to fit under the ceiling insulation and trim the beam to rest on … Continue reading