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Construction Knowledge Series - Column Supports

     

                                                         Custom Built Porch Column Supports

Porch columns can experience decay and excessive water infiltration at their bases. This can be due to the configuration of the roof overhang, the rain water down spout location or in the this case the configuration the handrail connections as well as the roof overhang.

 A simple and cost effective solution to remedy this situation is to cut the column and place a decorative column base at the desired height. The process involves jacking up the porch to relieve the comprehensive load from the column, typically a 3 ton jack is all that is needed. 

Consult an Engineer before making any changes to structural components. 

Take a measurement from the bearing surface to the underside of the cut off column. When making the column cut it is important to make a level cut to insure adequate and level bearing on the new base. Be sure to save the undamaged base shoe of the column, you will need this finish piece after the column base is finished. Build the base to the exact height measurement form the bearing surface to the underside of the column. Be sure to add at least a 1/4" to 1/2" space to the full height measurement you've taken to allow you to be able slide the new base under the column. 

Build the new box to the width and height dimensions you've gathered. Allow for a full square pressure treated base underneath your box as well as a top plate to close in the top of your box. Decorate all four sides of the box with your preferred trim or other decorative material, you can be creative at this point. 

Photo(s): Taken from projects managed by EAGA Company, LLC

For additional information or an appointment call 215-395-6220

"Electric veres Gas Hot Water Heaters

 

In multi-unit apartment developments, there is always the question which is better, electric powered hot water or gas fired hot water heaters. 

This is an example of an electric hot water heater installation. Electric hot water heater installations should be installed by a  qualified plumber and electrician.  Electric hot water tanks should be set on blocks to raise them above the floor. When using Pex water supply lines, connections to the hot water tank should be made in copper. (when using pex tubing, we prefer copper connections to all fixtures) Although many hot water installations only have a one shut off valve on the cold water side, we recommend installing a shut off valve on the hot water side as well. This makes replacing the hot water tank much easier in case of damage. Leaving about 8"- 12" below the valve if space permits allows the system to be turned off and pulled out without draining the entire system, only the tank itself needs to be drained. 

Must codes require a separate electrical disconnect switch when wiring an electric heater. This switch should be securely mounted on a backer board in close proximity to the heater.  Venting is not required for electric hot water heaters, so placement is not and issue however, consideration should be given the locating the heater in an area with adequate space for repair if needed.  when multiple heaters are being installed care should also be given to the spacing between each heater. We recommend about 18"-24" if space permits.
In the main house electrical panel a double pole 30 amp breaker should be use to power the hot water heater. Again consult your local qualified electrician.

We typically specify 50 gal water tanks, even though they maybe only servicing 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and 1 kitchen in the apartment. We do this to make allowances for long showers and simultaneous use.  Once completed, the installation should be neat, orderly and clean. The installation date should be clearly marked on the heater.

Home Preservation

What's Behind Your Walls Can Hurt You

Aged stone veneer can be the cause of water infiltration damaging your home

Damaged header over front door

Water access point damaging beam and allowing water infiltration

   

Beam replacement and stucco finish. Final finish will include Fypon pilasters and decorative header, new mail box, exterior light and painted stucco.

PRESERVE YOUR HOME, CALL 215-395-6220 FOR A FREE ESTIMATE 

Creative use of Material

Saw this wall concept in a cafe and had to reproduce it in our office foyer. Deciding whether to apply paint or stain as the finish. This will be a pleasent experience for our clients entering the office.

Single family and duplex property repair estimate specials

Single family and duplex property repair estimate specials

Free repair or renovation estimates for single family and duplex properties. Putting off repairs, don't have qualified contractors at your finger tips. Look no further you've found what your looking for. 

 

PLUMBING

FLOORING

BUILDING ASSESSMENTS

 

DOORS

PAINTING

HVAC repairs

Plumbing repairs

Door and Window replacement and repairs

Flooring repairs

Painting touch -ups (apartment turnovers)

Building repair assessments

Concrete cracks and joint repairs

Electrical upgrades and repairs

Roofing leaks and repairs

Residential Commercial Properties 3 units and up subject to estimating fees.

EAGA Company, LLC

3356 North 22nd Street

Philadelphia, PA 19140

215-395-6220 office

Each Company Independently Owned and Operated 

Remove and Replace Sillcock

PROBLEM

The exterior water supply line for wetting the lawn, washing the car, gardening etc; is often a source of problems during the winter. Although a common problem, it is often over looked during winter months.

Water will remain in a copper or galvanized pipe line freeze and can cause the line to rupture. 

 

SOLUTION

When possible a anti-siphon sill cock should be installed. This device has a long rod with a rubber washer on the end of it on the house side. (photo above). The washer prevents water flow to the fixture from its location inside the house eliminating the possibility of freezing water in the fixture within the wall and on the exterior. A shut off valve should be located inside the house behind the Sillcock fixture. It is not necessary to turn this valve off during the winter. However, if the house side where the fixture is located is not heated, the valve can be closed and the associated pipes should wrapped with insulating foam pipe insulation.

The exterior of the fixture should be firmly seated in the wall and finished to match the existing exterior finish. This repair helps to avoid freezing and potential water damage.  

Powder Rooms New or Upgraded

If your home has a basement powder room, your are truly fortunate. Having a second bathroom undoubtedly makes life easier. You rush home from a shopping trip, park the car, run up stairs,  only to find the kids or someone else is in the bathroom and they are going to be awhile. You begin to sweat, frantically pacing back and forth, pleading for blander strength. Ultimately, you make it but you think we need another bathroom. Nothing big, just a small powder room down stairs would be great.

    

 

 Well consider this. A small basically finished powder room in the basement could cost as little as $ 2500 dollars. Thank goodness for Home Depot. A powder room about 5 feet by 5 feet or 25 sf could solve all your problems. To plan a basic powder room consider this list of of materials:

14 sheets of drywall

1.5 gals of paint

18" vanity kit

4"faucet 

1 length 1.5 pvc pipe

1.25 'P' trap

2 faucet connectors

1 wall mount light fixture

1 ground fault outlet

1 switch

1 medicine cabinet w/ mirror

1 bath accessory kit

1 all in one toilet

1 length 10' pvc pipe

1 toilet flange

3.5 ceiling tiles

4 ceiling 'L' channels

2 ceiling 'T' channels

19 wood studs

30" six panel pre hung door

1 passage lock

If you already have a powder room and simply want to upgrade, your cost could be considerably less. Keep it simple and enjoy the benefits of a second toilet room all while increasing the comfort and value of your home. We provide free assessments and estimates to help you achieve this convenience and value.

Call us at 215-395-6220 or email us at admin@eagodboltcm.com and request an appointment.   

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"Christian Street Progress-Project No. 526-2012 -HVAC

Project No. 526-2012 - Christian Street - Interior Alterations and Third Floor Addition

Original condition and lumber load

Interior framing, rough ductwork with 5/8" fire rock above on ceiling 

 

Additional view of second floor HVAC rough-In and fire rock

Construction Manager:

EAGA Company, LLC real estate and development

Philadelphia, PA 215-395-6220

"Christian Street Progress - Project No. 526-2012"- Plumbing

Project No. 526-2012 - Christian Street - Interior Alterations and Third Floor Addition

 Plumbing drain rough-in

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Plumbing water supply rough -In

Construction Manager:
EAGA Company, LLC real estate and development
Philadelphia, PA 215-395-6220

"Built to Last Drywall Ceilings"

We install drywall ceilings. Our method involves removing plaster and lath from the existing ceiling. Installing a new 2"x4" wood stud framed ceiling support by steel metal track. We anchor our frames to the structural roof rafters above. Our objective is to build our ceilings to last as long as the original ceiling being removed.

We tape, finish and sand our ceilings with attention  to seam detail and apply a combination primer and finish paint as our primer. We find that a flat finish paint is more receptive to the final finish coats. We have always used MAB paint products; now Sherwin-Williams, we maintain our relationship with a high quality paint product provider. Fixture by owner. We also installed 3 vinyl replacement windows for this application.

EAGA Company, LLC Real Estate and Development
Philadelphia, PA ^ 215-395-6220 ^ admin@eagodboltcm.com

Roof Inspections by EAGA

We inspect roofs after installation. We find potential problem areas and direct roofing contractors to make appropriate adjustments. Must roofing contractors are very thorough at what they do; however, there are times when things get missed.

If you have a new roof and believe it needs to be inspected, call us.
EAGA Company, LLC real estate and development
215-395-6220 office or email us at admin@eagodboltcm.com

" "Roots & Concrete" "

 

Neighborhood side walks in Philadelphia are filled with bumps in the road . We have all been on a block with a bugling sidewalk caused by tree roots. Tree roots belonging to trees planted in the mid 19th century. During the mid 19th century and late 20th century, Philadelphia neighborhoods were created by rowhouses, small, medium and large they were known as " The Workingman's House, The Streetcar town House, and the Urban Mansion Townhouse. On many of the newly created street corridors small tress were planted. Now big trees, 145 plus years of tree roots bugle to the surface creating dangerous sidewalk tripping hazards in need of repair.

Stripping, removing, forming and pouring new concrete can be an unexpected expensive, but the benefits of protecting the homeowner's home insurance policy against public liability far out weigh the cost of making the repair. Concrete cost about $185 per yard delivered by truck. Then the cost of any lumber needed for forming, bulk heading and cost for labor is added to come up with the total replacement cost. Sidewalk concrete should of adequate strength. A mix capable of achieving 3500 psi maximum strength is recommended. The mix is factory made and can be tested by a slump test upon delivery.

The rest is all in the hands of the finishers. The key to the whole thing is the finisher. He/she has a deliecate hand and feel a built time clock which tells him/her when to rub, when to finish, when to line, when to buff and when to brush. Tape it off and its done.

"watch out for the people who can't resist marking in the concrete"

EAGA Company, LLC, Real Estate & Development

Building Construction & Construction Management

215-395-6220 office

215-399-0946 efax

we coordinate the purchase and delivery of concrete

we arrange for and hire debris removers

we plan the job, hire the best finishers

we manage the whole process.

we protect the owner

"Poolside in Lavarock, PA

Pool side sun rooms simulate value and provide comfort for their occupants. Naturally cooled by 10 operable PELLA windows and lite by natural sunlight with 3 staggered rooftop skylights this  Lavarock, PA sun room does just that!  In 1999, we were ask to come up with a design and re-build the sun room.  The sun room features custom built column post and trim, a radon slate floor, and 6" knotty pine tongue and groove planks on the ceiling and two 52" surface mounted ceiling fans.Our client primarily requested simple but elegant design and ease of maintenance.

We delivered elegance, ease of maintenance, security and value. All of the original finish materials were removed. What remained was the structure which we beefed up. The roof decking which was in pretty good sharp did not have to be removed. Each column post was removed and custom rebuilt in place one by one. Each window opening was measured and laid out perfectly centering the front 8 operable windows on a center fixed pane window. Each window bank was trimmed with an exact 1/2" space between each window for finish trim. 25 year shingles and non- operable doom skylights.


Photos by: EAGA Company
Project by: EAGA Company

EAGA Company, LLC   Philadelphia, PA, 215-395-6220
email us: admin@eagodboltcm.com

Project 5262011 Interior Alterations & 3rd Floor Addition

Construction Manager: EAGA Company, LLc

Architect: TMH Associates

Engineer: Guest Engineering

Contractor:  EAGA Company, LLC

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Demolition phase in preparation of 3rd floor addition and interior alterations

Assessment of existing joist pockets to level 2nd floor

Lower joist pockets indicate level of existing roof now removed

and to be abandoned

Assessment of existing roof rafters to be removed and replaced

in preparation of new new rubber roofing system for entire 3rd floor roof.

Inquiries about this project can be directed to Eric A. Godbolt at 215-395-6220

To follow this  project updates,  Project 5262011

EAGA Project 5262011 Interior Alterations & 3rd Floor Addition

Construction Manager: EAGA Company, LLc
Architect: TMH Associates
Engineer: Guest Engineering
Contractor: Design Builders
Location: Philadelphia, PA


Project Description: Interior Alterations & 3rd Addition to convert an existing 2 1/2 story single family structure into a 3 story structure with 3-1 bedroom apartments. Each apartment features central air, hardwood floors, ceramic tile bathrooms, lighting and stainless steel appliances. The 2nd & 3rd floor apartments will also feature outdoor pressure treated decks. The project is being coordinated and managed by EAGA Company, LLc and is schedule for completion by February 1, 2012.

Inquiries about this project can be directed to Eric A. Godbolt at 215-395-6220
To follow this blog for project updates, Search EAGA Project 5262011

Electrical Contractor Repairs

I am pleased to announce our association with Donald Mitchell Electrical. Donald and I have collaborated on several projects since 2002. Our companies have joined forces and provide general contracting and electrical services. Both companies have served a long list of customers both in the residential and commercial sectors. Our alliance is based on providing a higher level of services with exceptional professionalism and commitment to customer satisfaction.


We welcome the opportunity to service your electrical needs. Call 215-395-6220 for a free estimate.

Project 4952011 - Styles Seafood Takeout Restaurant- Philadelphia

Project has been delayed due to zoning issues. Contractors bidding on this project can except to be contacted within 20 business days for further instructions. An additional walk through will be held prior to re-start of project and final bidding. Any additional questions can be directed to the construction manager at 215-395-6220

Concierge Client Project 4992011 - Paint & Hardwood Flooring

We understand and manage our clients every need to remodel and invest.

The first thing you need to know is that we treat your home and investment as though it's our own. 

EAGA project concierge helped this client:  

• upgrade hardwood floors in the family home
• select and apply color paint color for the living floor of the home 
• arrange furniture
• hang art work and drapes

Random lengths and natural wood grains preselected for affect. Moving  towards main entrance foyer into dining room

On May 26, 2011 - Hung last set of drapery and perform our final walk through with the client. 

700 s.f. of 3/4" yellow pine hard wood flooring was installed, 7 seven rooms were painted with there colors. Chopsticks (beige) in four bedrooms with white ceilings and green sprout in the living and dining rooms with white ceilings. 

Search Project No. 4992011  

40 Days to Completion

We understand and manage our clients every need to remodel and invest.

The first thing you need to know is that we treat your home and investment as though it's our own. 

EAGA project concierge helped this client:  

• revitalize an inherited family home
• remove the clutter 
• stick to a tight budget
• select and design a style specific to their own
• stick to a tight schedule
• minimize cost and maintained fond memories

We work closely with you to insure you goals and objectives are met. We listen and work to achieve the dreams you have for your property. 

This property was vacant and being used to store materials. All new major systems were replaced. The roof, heating  and electrical system were all upgraded.