09/07/2023
Been working on this house for a while. Complete rebuild - interiors and exteriors including dual-level decks and an elevated walkway.
Owner's original purchase price was $305k. Renovation costs ran $345k.
Asking price is $1,250,500. You do the math.
Get with us for your opportunity...
https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/8109-N-River-Shore-Dr-Tampa-FL-33604/45037623_zpid/
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03/21/2022
Every structure needs a good roof. Here in Florida that means handling a lot of sun.
03/06/2022
CABANA UPDATE!
Framework is almost complete. This is definitely a higher level poolside cabana.
03/05/2022
Remember that drain DIY project gone wrong? Here's the update!
02/20/2022
Cabana Update! Still putting it together. Who doesn't want one of these by the pool?
02/14/2022
Long week last week! But worth it! Started another project - Building a poolside cabana.
02/07/2022
We came in contact with someone that removed a tub and converted it to a shower. Very common.
But they had some issues when they were done. No water drained out.
We went to look and sure enough water didn't flow even under pressure. This is a rare case for it to go this bad, but the multiple missteps found were worth sharing.
1. DO NOT WASH DOWN CEMENT, CONCRETE, THINSET, MORTAR, SAND, DOWN THE DRAIN. Not even a little. It does not go past the trap and WILL eventually harden. Even if you don't get enough down there to complete plug you will drain slower.
2. Do not leave the old trap in a floor then add another trap. You will drain slower, have gurgling, and never be able to snake that drain if you needed to.
3. Some form of liner is required. Building codes mandate it, and I get it DIY..... Codes shmodes..... But with no liner, it will seep to the adjacent spaces. So vinyl liner, liquid membrane (my preference), old school tar. Something.
Thank you for coming to my TED Talk.
02/04/2022
Remember that floor frame rebuild? Looks a LOT better now. A good foundation adds years and life to your home.
01/28/2022
Whew! Been hard at work on the new project. We are rebuilding the floor frame. We removed the rotten wood and put in some nice healthy wood.
01/17/2022
New project in Tampa. Replacing rotting/rotten floor joists.
The foundation of a home is key!
01/13/2022
Some serious words from Mike Rowe
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