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Concrete PanelsFinally we have something to see. A hint of the house to be. After the first construction delay followed by another construction delay followed by another lost week of aggravation we finally see action.

I could be worse. It could be raining.

Oh, wait. It is. Concrete Panel Walls continued

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Police BadgeWhen we built the last custom home, we determined that we needed a security system. Our house was large and in a moderately remote location. Given that all the lots were five acres, the few neighbors that could even see our home weren’t likely to hear anything. Installing a security system seemed to be a wise investment.

Rather than go with a well-known company, like ADT or Tyco, we found a local company that offered us a package deal. They would provide and install an intercom, central vacuum system, and fire/theft security system.

This seemed like an efficient way to handle multiple smaller issues all at once, dealing with just one company.

I can’t recall the name of the local company (I’ll post it when I find it), but I know it was not ADT Security or any other well-known national brand.

We were sorry.

The sales representative that came to the construction site misrepresented just about every aspect of the package. Home Security Systems continued

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MagnoGrip Magnetic WristbandIf you’re into home improvement or…ahem…building a custom dream home, you’re going to love the MagnoGrip Magnetic Wristband.

This clever gadget just straps to your write with velcro. The powerful magnets inside hold nails, screws, and drill bits securely right at hand. No more digging into your belt pouches or your pockets. No more calling back your six-year-old “helper.” The needed implements are right where you are working. Magnetic Wristbands continued

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Concrete PanelsDelays. Are. Aggravating.

I told you we had a construction delay. Then I told you we had another construction delay. And here we are, clean into February, and we’re still just waiting around — through weeks of nearly perfect weather — doing nothing.

Ack. Concrete Panels continued

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