The EcoBuilding Bargains (formally ReStore) took the salvageable demo items they wanted including vintage globes, a ceiling light, floor grates, and bathroom grab bars. We were a little dissapointed that they were not interested in more of the great finds, but they have a specific eye for the inventory they need. We posted a Craigslist ad for the remaining free demo items. Within 1 hr people carted off with some great stuff, including storm window glass, a functioning ceiling fan, a bunch of scrap metal, electrical outlet cover plates, side venting wall mount gas heaters, unpainted lumber, and the like. We're very happy to be able to give these items a little more life.
I was really excited that one of the previous owners stopped by and chatted about the house. Considering that this house has run in his family for quite some time, we can't wait to hear his stories. Shelly will be documenting his tales to be included with the house manual that will be provided to the next owners of this home. LEED requires a home manual to help the next owners understand and appreciate the green features of the home. But, we'll be buffing the manual up with a bit of history of the property as well.
We've also met many of the great neighbors living on the street. People are always out and about and supportive of our work thus far...despite a mishap when our builder started work at 5:30am on a Saturday. Oops! Sorry about that one!
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