Date: 08/15/2007 Views: 220
The Home Builders Association of Bucks/Montgomery Counties and Reico Kitchens and Bath have
worked together to replace the tub and surrounding area in our downstairs bathroom.
We thank both groups for their support, efforts, and work to get this done before Abba comes home!
3100_The_old_shower_unit
Parting shot of the entire old tub/shower unit. The main damage area is on the right side of the tub on the wall.
3101_Old_ceiling_panel_and_wall_damage
Shot of the water damage (discoloration only) to the drop-ceiling tiles and wall over the shower due to roof problems fixed in early 2004.
3102_The_wall_with_the_problem
The visible signs of the wall mold and damage.
3104_More_damage_than_we_thought
The mold damage was more extensive than we thought. It ran across to the wood molding on the door.
3103_Checking_for_tub_depth
The tub only measured 59 ½ inches, and the standard tub is 60 inches. Brad checked the wall and found some extra wood padding things - mystery solved; normal sized tub will be okay.
3112_Reico_van_at_our_house
Reico Kitchens & Bath van at the house.
3105_Demolition
Demolition: Tub and walls begin to disappear.
3106_Demolition
Demolition: Most of surround is now gone.
3108_Demolition
Demolition: More of the left side of the tub and the vent in the wall.
3115_Demolition
Demolition: Shower side of tub is gone.
3116_Demolition
Demolition: Vent is cleared of all housing.
3114_The_worst_of_the_problem
Here is the worst of the mold problem. It was in the wall with the water damage, behind the edging.
