Water, Trenches and Plants
The first thing to do with the water mains was to insert it into its protective sleeve or "Gaine". The 32mm was pretty tight but finally got it in. Not looking forward to the cables ....
Category: Garden
Views of the garden from the house
Main Trench Begins
So today I started the main trench that carries the services from the entrance to the Car Park and from there to the main house and Abri/Workshop area. Only got as far as joining on ....
Underground Services
I have committed to install the underground services before the builder starts as it saves around €5,000 (plus cost of the materials). Florent Maître, our builder has once again come to my aid by lending ....
First Delivery of Materials
With planning permission secured and the builder organised I need to get on with the installation of the underground services and to remove the first floor, all of which was agreed with the builder. Can't ....
More Clearance of Stones
With the upper floor clear, I need to turn my attention to the stones and tiles in the future kitchen and laundry space as it all has to be cleared before the builder arrives. From ....
Excavating Stones and Chopping Trees
The front "garden" is actually an overgrown collection of old foundations so putting a spade in the ground is always exciting. I started to lift a few to see how serious it was and finally ....
Positive Meeting
Visited the Mairie today to get a few issues clarified. It looks as if I will now be able to burn the rubbish on site , I just need to submit some forms (this is ....
Filling Time Cleaning Up
Still waiting on planning so negotiations continue with suppliers. We think we have found a trusted contractor to do the majority of the heavy work but with rising prices it is becoming clear that I ....
More Tree Surgery
More time spent at site waiting for visitors and more time spent tidying up the trees. they have not been looked after for a long time and need some pretty drastic work. Creating a separation ....
Ivo the Terrible and Planning Issues
Butter would not melt in his mouth We brought the dogs over last week as the weather has improved and there was no need to tie them up as the site was secure. Or so ....