New Build Frisco TX

[JJ_Tex]

I like those bar stools, its the perfect place for me to swim up and order a burger and a beer. I see a lot of pvc coming up around the stools. Are those bubblers? If so I would make sure they are on their own valve so you can control the flow to them and not get my burger wet.

 

[VOSE Okie]

And such pretty stairs they are as well! Nicely done!

What are you putting on the stool tops and side?

Kim

It’s supposed to be tile on top and pebble around the base/sides. I’ve been meaning to ask them how they plan to do that. I had another builder tell me they prefer to just pebble the entire thing. Any feedback out there?

 

[VOSE Okie]

I like those bar stools, its the perfect place for me to swim up and order a burger and a beer. I see a lot of pvc coming up around the stools. Are those bubblers? If so I would make sure they are on their own valve so you can control the flow to them and not get my burger wet.

Those will he heads for the cleaning system.

 

[kimkats]

Depending on the skill of the installers I LOVE how the tile looks on the stools BUT they have to have pride and SKILLS to make it look right. Ask to see some of THE installers doing YOUR work jobs.

 

[VOSE Okie]

Work day 31 (Actual days 46)
More stone work the last few days and tile complete, less the step details and stools. Tile guy said that will be right before plaster/pebble. Seeing the stonework finish line coming.

 

[kimkats]

SIgh................that is SO Pretty!!! LOVE the BLING tile!!

Kim

 

[VOSE Okie]

Work day - 32 (Actual days 47)
Wrapped up the coping Wed. before Thanksgiving break.

 

[livinwell]

That looks really nice. You're in the home stretch!

 

[kimkats]

They did an awesome job on the coping. I really like how they did the corners and end pieces. Looks like they took pride in their work! SWEET!

Kim

 

[VOSE Okie]

First real issue....
So we are trucking along and they installed the granite in our kitchen area. Looks great except I noticed the spot for the refrigerator looks too narrow. It was 100% clear during our visits to the pool company that we wanted the 24” wide 5.2 cubic ft unit. It sits in a corner that we walked over too and discussed some features that only the 24” has. Well I measure and it’s the size of the smaller 4.1 unit. I go back to the contract and sure enough the smaller unit part number is on the contract. There is no mention of the size/width just a part number which is why we didn’t catch that before now. The salesman put the wrong part number down unfortunately. I’m waiting to hear back. Thoughts?

 

[JJ_Tex]

I would make the issue known to your builder, but there are really one 2 options I see:
1) Make the PB redo it. That could be costly if they have to demo the granite and/or cinder blocks.
2) Live the the smaller fridge and get the PB to knock some off the price

 

[kimkats]

NO!!! Man that is going to be a hard fix BUT it can be fixed with some effort and time. Make sure to talk nice to your PB with a smile on your face even if he can't see it it will come through in your voice. I am hopeful something can be worked out to fix this.

 

[VOSE Okie]

Happy to report the PB didn't blink and said they will fix it. Our salesman did remember that we wanted the larger one. Things like this make you definitely feel like you picked the right builders. Deck starting today! No more dog run. Time to get out the leashes.

 

[kimkats]

Oh yeah!! That is awesome to read!

 

[Newdude]

Happy to report the PB didn't blink and said they will fix it.

Happy to hear that. Sounds like your in good hands.

 

[VOSE Okie]

Hooray, the decking is done! What a dust bowl it’s been the last week. I’ve come to realize the best weeks in the process are the ones I am out of town. ???

 

[YippeeSkippy]

WOW. I'm gobsmacked. That floor/deck is amazing looking! Seriously jealous now.....

Maddie

 

[kimkats]

LOVE that!!!! SO pretty!! SWEET!

I don't see a drain hole......what are your plans to get water out of the kitchen area?

Did they fix the 'fride area? I looked at both pics and it does not look like they did yet. What are their plans?

LOL on the most work being done when you are gone so move out for a little while!!

Kim

 

[VOSE Okie]

Work Days (? I knew I would lose track)
Actual Days (64)

Finishing up some final details in the stonework, umbrella holders, patio cover and wall, salt cell installed, and have completed enlarging the hole for the fridge. Right now we are scheduled for plaster/mini pebble between Christmas and NYE. And last but amazing, our fence is back up!! ?????

 

[kimkats]

SWEET! The dogs look SO happy! All of the new smells to sniff and sights to be seen!

That looks awesome! LOVE the wall and ceiling work! SO pretty!

Kim