Monday, August 30, 2010

Moved in and did the yard!




We finally are moved in (and have internet - reason for long wait on updated post). We spent nine full days doing the yard. We did the "do-it-yourself" method so the project took a bit of time. But it was well worth it. We first built a lattus top fence from scratch (no pre-built pannels - that way we can make them whatever size we want!). We also designed and built a gate! After building the fence was the sprinkler system which we paid a guy with a bit more "know how" to be sure it was built right. Then came about two days of getting the ground smooth for grass (lots of tractor ruts from construction). Then we spent a day and a half laying the sod. After a day of tying up loose ends and fixing a few things we are finally done. We have a green lawn, working sprinklers, and a beautiful fence which holds the kids in! Special thanks to Nicole's dad for coming up one weekend and leaving his tools behind. And a large thanks to my dad for coming up for 9 full days of labor intensive work. He never complained, but I think we just about worked him into the ground. But as the pictures show, the house looks great! Once the boxes are unpacked and the house is more put together I'll try and add a video of the inside as well. Thanks for joining us on this journey! We would highly recommend Aho construction to anyone looking to buy/build a house!

Thursday, August 19, 2010

Almost there!

Today we signed documents on the house that are being sent over to Escrow. Tomorrow morning we will wire over funds for closing costs (which were $3000 less than we were originally quoted!). Then the bank will release funds and we get our keys. That means we could get our keys tomorrow (Friday). That is six days early! Also, we received our appraisal, and depending on which appraisal approach is used, we are moving in with 11% equity in the house from the moment we move in!

When we move in I'll get pictures and maybe a video of the final product up on the blog. Then we start working on the landscaping: Fence, sprinklers, shed, sod. We are very excited! Hoping to have keys tomorrow!

Saturday, August 14, 2010

House Numbers!


904 W Polo Ridge Drive

Carpet and Shelving



Carpet has been installed. Shelves also have been put in the pantry, walk in closet and other closet. The doors are up. Fixtures are going in. We even have a lock for the door. Big stuff is done, now just the detail clean-up stuff! We are down to only 12 days to move in!

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Kitchen fun!





The kitchen is coming together. We now have an island in the middle, cabinets, and a beautiful floor. Also, floor has been put into the bathroom and railing up the stairs! Enjoy the pictures!

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Video of 2nd story

Here is our second story video!