Comfort is Calling

After the successful inspections from the last trip, we were ready to tackle the insulation. Before the insulation contractor could come, we needed to prep the place, remove all items from outside walls, and move any bigger items to the center of the house. We also had a small list of finishes we needed to complete before insulation could begin.

Adding blocking for kitchen cabinets
Finishing touches on wiring
Wiring vent fan for stove
Marking wall studs
Adding flooring in attic to assist in reaching the underside of the roof trusses
Privacy achieved
Adding structural screws to the rafter supports
Moved everything away from the outer walls

With all areas prepped, we were ready for the contractors. We had decided to go with Enviro-Foam out of Escanaba to install the closed cell spray foam throughout the house and garage.

Ready to work!

The crew got started right away on Tuesday, starting with the garage. The entire process took 4.5 days. It is clearly hard work requiring skill and precision. The crew of Travis, Nathaniel and Red were extraordinarily talented. They were hard working, professional and cleaned everything as they went. They are very proud of their work, and it shows. Highly recommend!!!

Garage foam going in
Bathroom insulation
Cleaning off the overspray from the studs
Main floor completed

While they worked inside, we put up awnings over the garage and back doors. J had an Amish welder make the frames from his design and specifications. They turned out great!

Frames up
First one done!
Aaaand the other!

On Thursday, we had the tree crew over to take down 5 trees that had died or were damaged.

Don’t try this at home!

On Friday, our drywall order was delivered. Bonus: Red and Nathaniel helped us carry all the materials into the garage!

Special delivery
2 of 3 loads

We did have a little time for relaxation on this trip.

Trilliums along the road
Porch breaks
Refreshing walk along Munising Bay
Date night at the Buckhorn
Country drive
Mowe Lake
Sunset at Mowe Lake

After Enviro-Foam left, we got the OSB on the garage walls, insulated the bathroom walls, installed the pocket door to the bathroom, and got all the tools organized again.

Bathroom insulation
OSB walls in the garage
Checking out the pocket door
Getting organized
Official signage in place!

We had an opportunity to celebrate Stitch’s birthday with a pup cup from Midway. J also saved 4 turtles from impeding death.

Pup. Cup.
Save the turtles
Wrong way!
Back to safety

We closed up camp and headed home following a week of beautiful weather and so much progress made. We honestly could have stayed longer and kept working, but our other jobs and family need us back. Stay tuned for Drywall Summer! Hooha! J+ M

See you soon!!