Pre-Fab Steel Building Special
As a Certified Fabricator for RIGID Building Systems, we are offering this special (weather tight shell on your lot):
| Job No. | 27911 |
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| Codes / Loads | IBC 06; LIVE = 12/20; WIND = 120 MPH; EXP. “B”; NO COLLATERAL; IMP. FACTOR = 1.00 |
| Building Size | A. 84′ x 156
B1. 24 x 12 B2. 24 x 12 |
| Eave Height | 10′ x 0 |
| Bay Spacing | 3@22′, 24′, 3@22′ |
| Roof Slope | 2:12 |
| Wall Condition | BOTH SIDEWALLS OPEN FOR ACCESS. BOTH ENDWALLS PARTIALLY OPEN FOR ACCESS. |
| Roof Panels | 26 GA. “R” SPEC-3000 (SUNSET RED) SPECIAL COLOR |
| Wall Panels | 26 GA. “R” SPEC-2000 (LIGHT STONE) |
| Trim | 26 GA. SPEC-3000 (SUNSET RED) |
| Anchor Bolts | Not Included |
| Framed Openings | (2) 12′ x 10′ Door |
| $191,450 |
Lead Paint Laws in MA (RRP Contractor)
At this time, Mahar Contracting will not be pursuing the Lead Paint Renovation Contractor License (RRP).
I fully endorse any proactive, safe, health-conscious, sanitary and eco-friendly practices (this is our planet and our lives, after all)…but for the EPA to attempt to suck an entire industry (and consumers) through a 1/2″ pipe, while being empowered to fine for the friction it creates is a total abandonment of sanity and common sense.
“I don’t love money enough to steal it, let alone to have my pursuit of it open an invition for the EPA to audit my world. I have often been accused of (and thanked for) having a tendency towards documentation, minutia, legal compliance, etc… (and I’m still not interested). No, thanks.”
1. If you own a home built before 1978 and you are looking for a contractor who is willing to do remodeling work, you can visit: http://www.mass.gov/leadsafe (there is a list of certifed/licensed contractors for ”RRP” [Renovate, Repair, Paint] and “RRP+MOD” [Moderate Deleading, Renovate, Repair Paint]).
2. Don’t buy a home built before 1978 unless you have done your homework (and I’m happy to help with homework). My rates are $90/hour for valuation, feasibility and/or advice on how to appropriately navigate and budget for the reality of owning a non-compliant home (specific to each property).
3. If you have a Total Remodeling Budget of over $150k and share my mission of pursuing a formal “Letter of Compliance” (a final and forever ”get out of jail free” card). My normal rates apply – I’ll courteously introduce you to the solutions you seek and assist you in controlling the costs associated with compliance/independence.
I’ll only remodel or consult on a pre-1978 home when the homeowner is interested in FOREVER taking the EPA out of the equation with regard to all future work (and eliminating this problem for all future contractors). You shouldn’t have to hire a haz-mat crew every time you want something done to your home – we will make the problem go away or I won’t touch it.
RRP CONTRACTORS:
The decision to ”subscribe” to the new practices will impact every business differently. I applaud any of my competitors, clients and associates who are making an effort to absorb the cost and logistics of compliance (through licensure instead of contract management), but I have personally found it to be cost-prohibitive as a matter of licensure (carrying with it the burden of more liability than I’m interested in having in my business, particularly on any project under $150k, and placing me in direct communications with my least favorite regulatory entity).
Congratulations on your efforts – There is a chance I may hire or refer your business (but most likely not – I would much rather have a certified deleader who has much more invested in training, equipment, insurance and possesses a truer sense of the liability associated with their presence on my client’s jobsite).
Porch Reconstruction
PROJECT: Remove existing structural damage to install new foundation and structural deck (while supporting existing finished roof and porch finishes).
BEFORE:
AFTER:
MAINTENANCE FREE EXTERIOR:
- Porch Deck & Structural Members are Pressure Treated Lumber
- Exposed Trim is Azek(TM) Brand Vinyl Composite
- Railings are Painted Aluminum
- (under-porch storage access through hidden hinged panel)
Exterior Vinyl Trim Products
- Architectural Vinyl Trim
Modern vinyl trim is becoming more like a “carpentry” material (cut, shape, mill and paint).
PROBLEM: 5 Years after new construction (by another contractor) the trim on this otherwise beautiful home began to rot.
CAUSE: Flashing, caulking, priming and installation issues resulted in otherwise preventable damage.
SOLUTION: Remove all rotted exterior trim and install new architectural trim (using vinyl, with appropriate caulking/flashing).
The new product is Azek(TM) brand vinyl trim. All trim below the window line (first floor) was replaced with Azek product (and painted to match existing).
The window sills were properly flashed, all window panels installed behind the sill drip line, and all built-up components were caulked excessively.
Water Infiltration is no longer an issue for the interior and the elements are no longer an issue for exterior rot.
The transition between the two finished products is not visible to the eye and the homeowner now has a lifetime product.
PROGRESS PHOTOS:
Basement Remodel
Homeowner requested design and consultation on a “Do It Yourself” project.
The layout had to acommodate 7 distinct spaces:
- Workout Space
- Media Room
- Office / Editing Space
- Music Rehearsal Space for the kids
- Bathroom
- Workshop (unfinished storage)
- Pantry (unfinished storage)
I designed a floorplan to best utilize the space, created a materials list, budget and delivered all information for the Homeowner to begin scheduling the work.
Homeowner executed the bulk of the work with help from friends.
I was available to solve any problems arising out of the design or complications in construction.
Later, I stepped in to do some of the finishing touches myself.
FLOOR PLAN:
CONCEPT RENDERING:
PROGRESS PHOTO:
Custom Entertainment Center Credenza
(hinged top and drawer slides on all shelves):
…still some carpet and a few finishing details to go.
Homeowner added about 900SF of livable space.
New Full Bathroom:
