Made in the Shade (photos)

The south porch is covered.

The house looks like it has been there for 40 years.

Extreme eastern view.

Ready for Final

I finished installing the front and rear porch lights and the rear handrail. This completes my tasks prior to final inspection. As soon as the porch roof and siding are done, I will call for final inspection. Even though I've been living in the house for over 6 weeks now, completing these last couple of items was a big relief.

Getting Closer (photos)

West side complete.

South face nears completion.

If you squint you can see the finished house.

If It Weren't for Re-work... (photo)

I like it in the dark, ask any of my friends. That's why I hadn't really planned for front and rear porch lights. I thought I would put them in after final and after some experience living in the house. No dice. Front and rear lights are required, I think because of the associated stairways.

Thus I was forced to tackle the problem early. It involved removing a couple of panels and figuring how to get to a switch for the rear light. The front one will be automatic with a motion sensor, and a manual override in the attic. Should be complete tomorrow.

New switch for outside light..