The removal of the sink area kitchen units exposed patches of damp plasterwork. Collective opinion is that this is a result of previous repairs being carried out using “carlite” plaster material, which is hygroscopic and attracts moisture. The defective plaster was removed and repairs undertaken.
The new raised flooring under the kitchen units was installed and the units refitted. The electrical 1st fix was also completed for the “back up” plinth heater which is to be fitted. Reinstatement of the splash back wall tiling was carried as well.
The “lean to” cupboard door was removed and the opening blocked up, this now enables the external porch to be demolished.
The bathroom ceiling was removed and the new insulation boarding installed. This has now been re-boarded ready for a drylining finish to be applied.
We had programmed for the WC to be raised during this first week, but unfortunately the existing pan has been bedded in mortar. Whilst the bedding in of WC’s pans is not uncommon, it was not expected. Even with the greatest of care the pan is likely to break when removed. As a result a new pan has been ordered and the raising of the WC has been postponed till next week.
The plumber and electrician were in attendance on Thursday, the kitchen sink was re-plumbed and the 1st floor bedroom radiators hung in position. The plumber also assessed the practicalities involved in installing the new pipe work and under floor heating manifold. Generally we have established routes for the new pipe work that will cause the least disruption.
The electrician disconnected the external porch as well as the storage heaters which have now been removed.
About midday on Friday we embarked on a mass clean up in readiness for the resident’s return. Whilst the property was left in good order the inevitable builder’s dust is still settling.
Rod Selby
Jenner Contractors
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