Structural Dry Rot Fix on Deck

The support beams on this deck were seriously rotted. This was a dangerous situation.

Consider It Done Construction was able to solve the problem by shortening the beams and bringing in the support posts. 

Check it out! It looks like it has always been in perfect condition. 

The best part? The square footage of the deck above wasn't changed! 

Bathroom Floor (with dry rot)

Doesn't that look nice?

The original flooring was no longer bonded to the floor, and was peeling up. 

So, we removed the toilet, fixed the dry rot, and replaced the flooring.

From another angle.

It sure needed replacing!

Small Kitchen Renovation

This is the result of a 'light' kitchen remodel involving paint, countertops, new appliances and fixtures, lighting, and tile backsplash. Here's what we did: 

 

This is what we started with. 

 We removed the upper cabinet, which was blocking the view into the family room. Wow, that really opened up the kitchen.

Next, we repaired the ceiling, painted the cabinets, brought in an electrician to update the lighting, and prepped the area for the countertop guys. 

There's the beauty shot again.

Notice: The stove is no longer a cooktop, the vent hood is now a microwave/vent hood combo, and the eat-bar area has been extended. Oh, and that sweet cabinet door modification with glass fronts!

(with the assistance of designer: Kathy Hanson)

Remove and Replace Deck and Railing

This funky multi-tiered deck was dry rot damaged, and not very functional. 

Consider It Done started by removing it. 

There it is...a large, functional backyard deck. 

Bring on the BBQ!

The new deck design looks like it's always been here.

This young family is going to get a lot of use out of this new deck! 

Rot on Post

Just the lower portion of the post was affected. 

Consider It Done Construction removed the dry rot and replaced it with good wood.

Water Damage in Bathroom

If you look closely, the discoloration that comes from water damage is apparent in this flooring. 

The floor trim had to be removed first, in order to get the damaged flooring up. 

 

Consider It Done Construction repaired the damage, installed new vinyl flooring, and salvaged the original floor base. 

Exterior Demo

 This was a simple demo job.

Consider It Done Construction dismantled and hauled away the lattice fence, 

and trimmed back the plants.

Deck Joist Replacement

 Look for the unpainted wood.
It's visible in these photos where old rotten wood was replace with new treated outdoor wood. 

Below is a close-up of the work:

 Old, damaged wood needing removal.

Same area, new wood.

Bathroom Dry Rot Repair

This dry rot repair ended up being more extensive than was apparent initially. 

The tub area was affected.

During demo. Extensive dry rot was found in the floor sheeting, sub floor, and framework.

Still doing demo to find sound wood. 

The pry bar was easily stuck into the damaged wood beneath the tub. 

Notice in this hole, under the tub, the joist holding the tub is also damaged. 

All that wood, and the supporting structure underneath were repaired and reinforced. 

After repairs, the floor was sheeted with new wood, and prepped for vinyl.

Finished! 

Consider It Done Construction worked as quickly as we could on this project, because this was the only bathroom in this small home.

Dry Rot Damage Under Sliding Glass Door

The damage to this area was caused by an old concrete ramp that wasn't allowing the area to dry out between rainstorms. 

 

Here's a close up of the rot. 

 

Consider It Done Construction removed the damaged wood, and replaced it with pressure treated outdoor wood. 

 

We then added a simple step. 

Water will no longer be trapped here. 

Replacement Steps

 The dry rot on these steps were making it dangerous to enter the building. 

Close-up of damage.

 The right corner had sunk along with that side of the building. Consider It Done Construction lifted the right side up as much as possible before rebuilding the stairs. 

 

 This is the after shot. We replaced the rotted wood with pressure treated and outdoor wood. 

The stairs still slant just a little. It would be a major renovation to take make the stairs perfectly level.

Pre-Painting Brush Removal

These plants touch the house; we've got to remove the plants before we can paint the exterior.

 

Consider It Done Construction trimmed the brush, and hauled it away. 

Let the repairs and painting begin! 

 

Conversion to Study Area

This small kitchen was located in an upstairs loft area. It was no longer needed, so the customer wanted it removed.

Consider It Done Construction carefully modified the space to become a study area. If the homeowner ever decides to put the kitchen back, we left all the hookups and spaces for appliances and fixtures, so it would be relatively easy to do.