Friday 23 October 2009

Glad It's Done!

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We had two days of total upheaval this week when our heating and hot water system was replaced. Two days of workmen from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. Our kitchen was a no-go area. There were warning signs, all the floors were covered, our dining room was full of materials that were needed etc. etc. We lived on soup and wholemeal rolls.

For the last couple of days the weather has been lovely, mild and sunny. Trust us to have the two coldest days without heating and hot water. The front door had to be open all the time so that the men could access their van.

Anyway, it is over with now. As promised I did take some pictures for you. I did not get the airing cupboard with the large old hot water tank because there simply was not the room. The water tank in the loft was too large to be brought down through the loft hatch so had to be sawn apart up there. Oh, the noise!!!

You will see from the following pictures the work that Mike now has to do, plastering walls, filling in, building new cupboards, re-painting the entire kitchen etc. etc. etc. Still it was worth it and he can take his time.

So, here we go then:-

Old boiler on bottom right hand side



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Old boiler with flue pipes going up through the top cupboard


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Where new boiler was to go - on opposite side of the kitchen


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Old boiler gone


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Cupboard above old boiler gone, flue pipe removed and blocked off


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Cupboard on other side of kitchen, removed, cut in half, and new boiler put in place


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The finished boiler


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I could not really take any more pictures without getting in the way. This was only part of the work, new wiring had to be put in, new pipework laid, the wall drilled through for the outside flue to be fitted, the thermostat installed, the radiators all flushed through, new radiator valves fitted and then the whole system run for a while.

Our poor little kitchen! It is Mike I feel sorry for, he has so much to do and it gets harder when you are older. Still, he will take his time and do a bit here and there. If anyone visits and does not like what they see right now - tough.

I had my blood pressure check yesterday and all was well I am pleased to say. They did send a urine specimen to the hospital to check my diabetes and I do hope that I hear nothing. They say if I hear nothing then all is well. If I get a call from the surgery next week then I know there is trouble. We have several appointments next week (not medical) and in a few short weeks work will start on tearing down our old sun room and putting up a double glazed conservatory and also a double glazed door from the kitchen out into it. At the moment our kitchen door is single-glazed and we lose a lot of heat that way. Then, Mike has two more dental appointments before his operation next month. So, the last thing I need is a call from the surgery to say there is a problem. Fingers crossed for me please.

Oh, I did get one final photo. The poor dogs did not know what on earth was going on. Jesse looked so miserable the whole time but we thought them lying next to the danger sign was quite sweet.


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Until the next time, dear friends and readers.



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18 comments:

  1. You seem to have a lot more mess than we have we only have a bit of about 6"x 24" in need of repair we have not started yet waiting till the weather keeps us in as the wall is not in your face thank goodness. Poor dogs they get so upset when these things are going on. Take it easy, hope you are warmed up now. Love Joan

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  2. Glad that job is done for you. It will be good to have heat when it's needed now that the cold weather is coming. We too had a few nice days this week but today is dark and rainy. Your sweet dogs look so patient laying there waiting for the work to be done. You are always in my prayers and I'll include a special one for the lab test to come back all clear for you now. How fortunate your Mike can do the other work for you. It is a blessing for sure. Hope you both take care and don't overdo.
    'On Ya'-ma

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  3. looks like a lot of work still to be done. hope it finishes soon, & all is back to normal.
    the boys found the right spot (by the danger sign) lol.
    a prayer that your test come back ok. also, one for mike in his future work around the house. ;)
    have a good wkend.
    huggies...

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  4. O goodness what a mess! Hope Mike can get it all straightened out soon. here's hoping your tests come clean. blessings...

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  5. The pictures of the dogs next to the danger sign is perfect! I recall how stressed mine were during our renovations. Glad your BP is good and I am Praying you don't hear from the surgery center. Best wishes on the completion of your project!

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  6. Oh my goodness Jeannette, poor Mike does a have a lot to get done. Like you say though, if visitors don`t like it...then tough. I would be exactly the same if it were us in the same situation. The work will be done all in good time, there`s no rush. Like I told you before, Jessie is so sweet, it`s those lovely ears, I just couldn`t resist them. How did you manage to take his photo? I know he doesn`t like it.

    I`m glad yesterday`s appointment went well and I`m sure your diabetes will be fine too. I`m still waiting for the result of my repeat blood test too, it`s over a week now. Now doubt the letter is stuck in the post...sigh.

    Love and Hugs

    Sandra xxxx

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  7. Looks like a lot of work has been done. I know you two are glad of that. Hopefully Mike can get his part done over time. The dogs look so cute in danger zone. Sending up a prayer that your test will come back fine. Hugs, Helen

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  8. lot of mess to clear,but it will be worth it,good luck on tests,take care,love mort xx

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  9. Thank goodness thats over Jeanette..There is still a bit to be done but sure Mike will soon have it all under control...did love the photo of Jess...imagine her being a danger ! to anyone...your new boiler looks a bit like mine and if you have as good hot water and heating system from it you will be happy I am sure...also should reduce the bills a bit,
    Love Sybil xx

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  10. I love the dogs! I do hope that the rest of your kitchen work and your conservatory work go well and fast!

    Glad your health is good! A blessing!

    be well....

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  11. How nice to get some remodeling done. Winter is certainly a good time to be working inside. I bet Mike will have it all done as the first daffodils push thru the ground. Have a wonderful weekend...Linda in Washington state

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  12. wow what a job. i'm glad it's done and soon mike will have it all looking beautiful again. keeping you in prayer.
    ((((hugs))))

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  13. So glad the work is all done and you have nice hot water now... I'm sure him indoors will do a great job... only good news from the doctor... Have a blessed weekend... :)

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  14. WHEW! what a job...bet you're glad about that being done!...have a great weekend
    xoxoxo

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  15. It will hopefully all come good in the end Jeannette .Have a good weekend ...love Jeanxx

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  16. My blog address changed. (Missie)

    http://whatcomesnextinlife.blogspot.com/

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  17. Very pleased for you that it's all done, the final result is well worth the upheaval.

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  18. I seem to have trouble leaving comments, but I want you to know how much I enjoy your blog. Having lived through several major renovations and remodelings, I have great empathy for what you're going through, but I always end up thinking it was worth it, and I hope you will too. Linda in DC

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