Movin' On Up

One big project that needs done before we can tackle the roof is repairing the chimneys.  These brick beauties have withstood the elements for 115 years, and it shows.  Jack is capable of doing masonry, but we decided to leave this big project to the experts.  Our friends at Miller & Richard Masonry are capable of restoring them not only to look great, like they were original to the house, but perfectly functional too.  We plan on using gas inserts in the fireplaces, and will cover them with the original cast iron covers.

This week when I saw the Miller & Richard trailer pulled in front of our home, I was really excited.  We have put in countless hours there already, but seeing someone else putting some TLC into the house really made me feel like progress is happening on a bigger level.  Once the chimneys are repaired, and Jack is on break for school, we can take on the biggest project yet: the roof.  It really is in dire need of replacement; the shingles are literally just crumbling away.  

I find myself driving by a couple of times a day, just because it's so good to see the old girl getting a makeover.  She deserves it. 

Miller & Richard to the rescue!

Climbing the scaffold is not for the faint of heart.

You can see how the bricks are coming apart

Kind of like the Castle Park...for adults

115 years later