Part 2/10:
In this candid recount, the builder shares the early stages of a residential remodeling endeavor, emphasizing the practical challenges and on-the-fly decisions involved. Having spent approximately an hour on-site, they’ve already installed the floor joists for a closet, a crucial step that must precede the construction of a new landing area. The builder notes that additional joists need to be added, specifically two-by-fours in strategic locations, to support upcoming structures. Surprisingly, they’re low on materials—only a single two-by-eights remains—and must plan accordingly. Despite these constraints, the project proceeds with a flexible mindset, adjusted based on the available lumber.