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Elliott Ferdig & Artistic Glass

Mike Hartrich — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 22:39:45 +0000

Last weekend I went to the Marvin Manufacturing Facillity in Warroad, MN. I am now certified to install their Lift and Slide Doors. Here’s a link I posted on my Artistic Reflections Facebook Page

I am so far the only certified installer in Santa Cruz County and am fully mobile to install beyond. I want to be careful at first not to get myself in over my head until I install a few of these doors to get a feel for it.. However, I thought the guild may be a good way to let people know about this service.

I may also attend a Marvin Window and Sash certification class come next month. I’ll keep you posted.

Thanks, Elliott Ferdig
Operations Manager Artistic Reflections, Inc.
P. 831.763.9022
C. 831.345.3607
F. 831.763.9033
ef@artistic-reflections-glass.com
www.artistic-reflections-glass.com

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Artistic-Reflections-Residential-Glass/193868499865#!/

New Blog By Casey Design

Mike Hartrich — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 18:51:35 +0000

Carey Casey just started his own blog: http://caseybuildingdesign.blogspot.com/ His current blog post is about:

How to install corrugated metal roofing

For roofing a storage shed or other small utility building, the most cost-effective choice is good old galvanized corrugated sheet metal. Though maybe not the most attractive option, this product gives the best combination of low cost and durability. Readily available panels are approx. 26″ wide (for 24″ o.c. rafter spacing) x 120″ long. I found them at Home Depot for around $14 each. It’s harder, however, to find accessory pieces and installation instructions.

On-line sources advise that, to avoid leaks, exposed panel fasteners should be installed at panel ridges – never in the valleys. But what about the space under the ridge? Some kind of support must be provided to avoid deformation of the metal. The cross-section detail below illustrates one easy solution.

The 1/4 round wood molding strips are perfect for this job for many reasons:

They’re cheap and readily available,
They provide solid support for the roof panels along the entire length of the panel overlap,
The shape of the panel holds the strips in place during installation,
Splitting is not a problem because the screws pass between the two wood pieces.

Panels with deeper corrugations may need molding strips with a larger radius. The drive screws shown are another standard item. The neoprene washers provide a weather seal around the penetration. For extra leak protection, run a fat bead of silicone caulk between the panel overlap surfaces. Shaped neoprene strips are available to seal panel ends under the eaves above exterior walls. Because the metal roof is lightweight, 2×4 rafters at 24″ spacing are sufficient for spans up to eight feet.

LINK TO ARTICLE

Fiorovich Group Featured In SC Sentinel

Mike Hartrich — Sat, 14 May 2011 21:06:15 +0000

The Santa Cruz Sentinel featured SCCG member ‘The Fiorovich Group‘ in its article about the Open Architecture Tour.

Here’s the link to the Santa Cruz Sentinel article:

Habitats for Humans: Open Architecture Tour opens the door on county’s diverse home designs

Fiorovitch Group Remodel - After

Fiorovitch Group Remodel - Before

Request

Mike Hartrich — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:34:57 +0000

Hello members,

I’m currently working with some clients on a craftsman style interior trim scheme in a large house and need to find a reliable, affordable and preferably local source for kiln-dried VG DF. Typical stacked apron, stool, casing, frieze and cap. May involve some milling but I’d rather not. I plan on checking with the following: Higgins, Somerset, Probuild, Big Creek, Jackel and Beaver Lumber in Hollister. Any other suggestions? Thanks!

Mitchell Cartwright (831) 818-8955

Why do Pre-Development Site Reviews?

Mike Hartrich — Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:37:38 +0000

Have you ever submitted plans to one of the local Planning Departments only to have the plans disapproved because the room addition, driveway or second unit was not designed to meet agency regulations? Or what about those larger projects? Ready to start on an interior renovation to change from one type of commercial use to another only to later discover that six additional parking spaces will be required and the site only has room for one additional space. And, oh yes, to your surprise a new drainage detention basin will be required too! These are just a couple of examples of the surprises a Pre-Development Site Review (PDSR) will help you avoid. Done at the front end of a project, even at the conceptual idea stage, a PDSR will help you and the property owner avoid serious missteps in design, planning and permitting process; and therefore save the owner time and money to carry out the project. With this spring-like weather and some indications that the recession is lessening, some local people are starting to think about construction projects. I suggest you advise them about PDSRs before they hire an architect or a designer.

Cypress Environmental and Land Use Planning is one of the very few planning firms that prepares PDSRs. If your project is within the unincorporated portion of Santa Cruz County, you can also have a PDSR prepared by staff at County Planning Department. However, many clients are looking for more information than County Planning prepared PDSRs provide. County Planning’s PDSRs are limited to discussing regulations administered by the Planning Department and their PDSRs often take an inordinate amount of time to complete. PDSRs prepared by Cypress Environmental are wider in scope and will include relevant information that other agencies deal with, including policies of City or County Public Works, County Environmental Health and California Dept. of Fish and Game. Just as important, Cypress Environmental PDSRs are prepared much quicker than those prepared by County Planning─usually within one month. In addition, Cypress Environmental prepares PDSRs for projects within the four cities of Santa Cruz, Capitola, Scotts Valley and Watsonville.

When I worked at County Planning I prepared many PDSRs for people who chose to apply for them. Since starting my private consulting business in 2002, providing clients with clear and comprehensive PDSRs has become one of my most gratifying services because it provides local residents with the knowledge they need to move ahead in a self-assurred fashion knowing they won’t be waylaid with unfortunate surprises along their journey through project design, planning and permitting. Cypress PDSRs provide all the necessary information about:

Zoning regulations and General Plan policies for the property that will affect the location, design and scale of the project;
Environmental issues on the site that will affect that will affect where and how development can occur;
Solutions to identified problems or issues; and
A”road map” for obtaining required technical studies and permits, including application fees.

After my PDSR report is completed and sent the client, I always meet with the client to discuss the report, answer questions and clairify any details. It’s important to me that the property owner understands everything in the PDSR report so it can be used as a practical tool throughout each phase of the future project. If you think this service would be useful to yourself or your client now or in the future, please call me. I’d be happy to give you more information. I can be reached at 685-1007 or kimt@cypressenv.com. You can also visit my website at www.cypressenv.com.

MW Construction

Mike Hartrich — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 15:59:43 +0000

Martin Weyrach and MW Construction specializes in waterproofing details.

1) Tracking and repairing water leaks on all areas of residential homes

2) Various types of exterior deck coating applications with the best top quality products: acrylic and urethane

3) Shower pan coatings and under tile deck waterproof coating with urethane sealant designed for water tanks and constant submersion areas. This product will out perform any acrylic. It provides the ultimate adhesion to the substrate. It also creates a low profile for installing our tile float and tile.

We have over 25 years of local experience in this field.

Contact Martin here:

Phone: 831-335-1213

Email: mweyra@aol.com

Website: www.santacruzconstructionguild.com/mw-construction/

West Side Remodel

Mike Hartrich — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 18:00:45 +0000

Hello members,

Here is a picture of the West Side remodel just completed by Michael Hartrich Design-Build.

The owners wanted a two-story addition that would blend well with the original one-story house. The budget kept the overall design simple with a focus on quality materials. We chose ‘HardiePanel’ as well as ‘HardieBoard’ siding and ‘HardieTrim’ for the exterior materials. We also had the new framing sprayed with ‘Timbor’ for a non-toxic termite treatment.

The owners wanted a view of the ocean. The only way to do this without adding extra structural framing was to add the 45-degree pop-out over the garage roof. The framing was tricky and it gave the roof a unique look, which the owners like.

Thanks to all the SCCG members who worked on the project. It went really well.

Santa Cruz Solar Hot Water

Mike Hartrich — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 18:29:13 +0000

Here’s a photo of a recent thermal job by Suns Up Solar which provides domestic hot water plus hot water for a radiant heating system in an ADU within the City of Santa Cruz. The insulation has not been installed yet to provide clarity to the photo. It’s up and running with a very happy customer.

Example Of SunsUp Solar Local Project

Best Regards,
Peter Putt
ofc: (831) 458-0203
cell: (831) 901-4287
Website LINK

David Smith Portable Sawmill Update

Mike Hartrich — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 10:18:52 +0000

San Jose City College is constructing a new building. They called me to make 4×14″ redwood timbers from trees removed from the building site for an architectural feature in the new building.

4x14 site-milled lumber

Portable sawmill In Action

SCCG member Dave Smith Portable Sawmill and Tractor Service WEBPAGE

Update from Meschi Construction, Inc

Mike Hartrich — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 19:54:55 +0000

Dear members and fellow contractors,

Here’s a few pictures of one of our current projects we are framing. Meschi Construction, Inc. makes every effort to be fast, accurate, and fair when framing on your project.

We would be happy to bid the framing on your next project (big or small). Thanks for looking!

Josh and Zach Meschi

Layout

Nice details in the planning and layout stage of framing.

Begin Framing - Site View

Rough Framing

Upper Level Floor Framing

Visit our member page HERE.