Testing the house before demo

The lab tech was in today to test for hazardous materials.  Unfortunately, he found trace amounts of asbestos in the ceiling and some other areas, so we're going to have to get that removed before taking out the rest of the house.  They should be done by Thursday, so not too bad, but it is a wasted expense.

George and the machine have to wait until Friday...

Fencing and toilet

Safety fence and construction toilet... check!

Power Disconnected

One of the last things we had to do in preparation for demolition was to remove the overhead hydro service from the house.  Toronto Hydro was in today to do the work, so we are good to go.  Now, we wait for permit and get ready for the house to come down.

Check!!!

Temporary Power Installed

There are two scenarios for temporary power during construction.  The expensive solution is a temporary power pole and a special service from the City of Toronto.  The cheaper/better option is to ask a neighbour to let us install a dedicated exterior plug, then compensate them for the use of the power for two or three months.

Luckily, next door neighbour "Beverly" is really nice and let us install a GFCI outlet for our use today.

Check!

Water meter removed

In preparation for demo, we basically have to get all of the services removed from the house.  There was no gas service, so that's easy.  Today, a City of Toronto worker came in on schedule to shut off and remove the water meter.

Check!

CoA Meeting Notice Posted

We are headed to Committee of Adjustment in a few week's time, so we've posted the mandatory green notice that lets everyone know what we're up to!

Tree Protection Zone

We've assembled the massive tree protections zones as required by the city... hopefully we have some room left to work!

Project Launch

Welcome to the 150 Van Dusen Blvd project site by TPM Custom Homes.  This summer we will be building a custom, 2-storey home on this tree lined street just steps from Bloor and Islington.