Monthly Archives: October 2012

OK, so it’s Halloween.  I could see that don’t impress most of you much….. “Plans” is almost finished and the final exam is on the way; check out this link for reference to sectional drawings: http://www.saskatoon.ca/DEPARTMENTS/Community%20Services/Building%20Standards/Permits/ResidentialPermits/Pages/Residential%20Drawing%20Requirements.aspx Also, you can look … Continue reading →

Hey!! Not much to be able to post about vis-a-vis plans, but here is the link to the video I referred to today with cookie monster/tom waits: Enjoy, see you tomorrow! John

So….yesterday Richard and I worked with the 11-1 group (those who came to class that is!) and we installed the gyproc in the new class. Firstly, thanks to all who participated!  I hope you all learnt something and you had … Continue reading →

Hi all, I have posted 4 videos we made in class regarding vapour barrier installation around an electrical box: Part 1:  http://youtu.be/_eT0wI7ElbU Part 2: http://youtu.be/VqyE2JQUTDU Part 3:  http://youtu.be/4hitWqzcmOI Part 4:  http://youtu.be/Jdf4VsU5gRk Enjoy!

Well, last entry for this module.  I hope you all learnt a few things that you will be able to use (including the width of two horse’s rumps!!) I am a little concerned with the score in our baseball game…….many … Continue reading →

Sorry, I seem to be having problems uploading the videos to the blog, so we’ll forgo that until I can figure an easy way to do it.  Lucky you, those of you who missed the demo, I will do it … Continue reading →

Well, things are quiet out there…….hope you all have recovered from the hloiday and are ready and able to get back to work. I just would like to remind you that there are only 2 days left of class before … Continue reading →

Well, I guess you are all chowing down on turkey and not looking at the blog.  I can’t say that I blame you!! Only one response yesterday – good for you, Jon! Today’s question: What’s the best way to insulate … Continue reading →

OK, new question: How can we prevent the infiltration of water through a foundation (or, around, under, etc.)? This question begs a number of answers……we’ll go over it in class if there are no perfect responses! Hit it with your … Continue reading →

Hey Guys, Check out this link: http://xrehab.com/roof/attic_vent2.htm Some good questions can be generated from this info! See you Wednesday! John