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Building on an Island
Episode 0
In this Original Build Series, a mainland custom home builder embarks on a mission to build a new custom home on an island 12 miles offshore.
How will he navigate the logistics and build a home in a reasonable amount of time? How does concrete and lumber get out to the island?
Episode 2: Concrete and Foundation Wall Footings
Episode 2
On this episode of Building on an Island, Wade heads over to Block Island to place the concrete for the foundation wall footings. This is an important and productive step in the process. After the quick and easy excavation process, and securing the footings in place, the team will wet set the upr...
Episode 3: Foundation Waterproofing and Drainage Boards
Episode 3
On this episode of Building on an Island, Wade takes us back to the house where we the transitions from the foundation and backfilling to the framing stage. Wade focuses on foundation waterproofing, drainage boards, and how they will tie into the french drain system around the footing. He'll a...
Episode 5: Coastal Windows (Installation and Key Differentiators)
Episode 5
In this episode of Building on an Island, Wade dives into coastal windows. Chatting with Andersen Window “Guru,” Don Hamel (Rhode Island Andersen Representative) he looks at the A-Series Line of windows. Some challenges faced on the island include: high salt spray, high winds, and rain in all dif...
Episode 6: Framing Wrap-up
Episode 6
Now that the framing, decks and exterior window trim is complete, Wade and the team are transitioning to mechanical, plumbing and electrical aspects of the build. On this episode, discover key aspects of the unique build including the decks around the house, such as the ones from the upper kitche...
Episode 7: HVAC - Compact Ducts and other Unico Benefits
Episode 7
On this episode of Building on an Island, Wade checks in on progress. The winter months, holidays, and COVID-19 have certainly proven to be a challenge on the job site recently. Despite some delays, good progress has been made in plumbing and HVAC. Join Wade as he meets with Evan Trethewey o...
Episode 8: Plumbing with Legend's SmartClick System and weatherproofing the Deck
Episode 8
On this episode of Building on an Island, Wade dives into the waterproofing methods used on the exterior decks. The deck sleepers are spaced from the surface using EPDM walkpad strips, allowing the sleepers to sit above any standing water and promote the longevity of the deck. Wade also meets wit...
Episode 9: Final Framing and Two Additional Projects
Episode 9
In this episode of Building on an Island, Wade visits two other worksites on Block island before we head to the BOAI site. At the first home, Wade and his team are installing a slate roof. He shares why they chose slate over other roofing materials, and why slate tile roofs are called a "fore...
Episode 10: Sidewall Cedar Shingles & the Island Power Grid
Episode 10
In this episode of Building on an Island, Wade dives into the shingling process and how manufacturer delays can make the project get more expensive. Next Wade walks through how they get water off the roof and deck and pitched down and out. With electrical coming up on the job site, you might be ...
Episode 11: Logistics and Island History
Episode 11
After receiving many questions regarding construction on Block Island, Wade hands it over to Dan, the project manager, to answer a few of them. How did the island manage freight before larger ferries were commissioned? What happens when the crew is short on supplies? Dan goes in depth on these is...
Episode 12: Stone Veneer, Electrical Rough-in, and Gas Piping
Episode 12
After many supply chain delays and days of inclement weather, Wade and crew are making great progress on the island. In this episode, Wade covers the stone veneer being installed. This veneer is a Connecticut Blend from Delgado Stone. While the exterior stone and cedar shakes are wrapping up, the...