eric@babin.com Report post Posted January 30, 2019 On 1/30/2019 at 10:38 PM, kaypsmith said: I wish I had a rock hammer for mine, I could get a lot more done in 7 days with mine. LOL Since my place is on top of West Rock Mountain, true name of mountain and rock is literal. Yes....we have a lot of issues with rock here.... don't even think about digging a hole.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted January 31, 2019 In the Hill Country where Eric is, every building contract have a ROCK clause in it. Which in invoked most of the time. Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted January 31, 2019 Kay, Eric. Same with us! Along with more cactus than I have ever seen...does a job on the tractor tires! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric@babin.com Report post Posted February 9, 2019 We're getting close.... almost done.... only 16x16 covered deck/bar/outdoor studio left to build and lighting to add. and... of course the "detail" work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted February 10, 2019 Where are the pictures of the guests pad parking? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric@babin.com Report post Posted February 11, 2019 On 2/10/2019 at 4:18 PM, wayne77590 said: Where are the pictures of the guests pad parking? haha..... If we owned the land I could show you that..... we're on the in-laws acreage.... so, not our call to allow "guests". That would be cool though! Here is the latest update.... building the deck/bar/outdoor studio ……. in the rain... what a mess. About 1/3 done with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted February 12, 2019 Hurry up and finish it so we can come test it.😄 Bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric@babin.com Report post Posted February 13, 2019 The shell is built and painted... hopefully tomorrow I get the roof on and stain the deck. Then the details begin. (decorating) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted February 13, 2019 Having been there, I can relate. You have made so many changes to the landscaping, my memory is lost...great job! If you need some Palm Trees, we got some pup's, you can have as a house present. They are Windmill Palms! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbenoit Report post Posted February 13, 2019 If you would like to share....What was the approx cost for the covered pad (excavation, materials,etc.) and any utilities. Thanks, David Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted February 13, 2019 DBenoit, send Eric a PM. He might give it to you...I would, but not on the open Forum...just MHO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted February 13, 2019 On 2/13/2019 at 7:56 PM, DBenoit said: What was the approx cost for the covered pad New England X3 above what he tells you. Nothing is cost effective up there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dbenoit Report post Posted February 13, 2019 I can mill my own wood so that will save a dollar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted February 13, 2019 Is that a dollar a cord or cubit? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted February 14, 2019 Probably a cord. Metal roof is not cheap! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric@babin.com Report post Posted February 15, 2019 On 2/13/2019 at 1:35 PM, manholt said: Having been there, I can relate. You have made so many changes to the landscaping, my memory is lost...great job! If you need some Palm Trees, we got some pup's, you can have as a house present. They are Windmill Palms! Yes please. On 2/13/2019 at 7:56 PM, DBenoit said: If you would like to share....What was the approx cost for the covered pad (excavation, materials,etc.) and any utilities. Thanks, David I don't mind sharing the info.... just the cover itself, which is a 54' x 24' roof (8x8 posts are 50' x 20' apart), was about $22,000. Utilities: electric and water only was about $2,000 and that included a separate meter and 200 amp box. No septic.... they wanted another $15,000 for that due to rock... no rock it would have been about 5 or 6K. The "pad" itself is caliche, so, much less expensive than concrete, was about $1,000 to level / grate and caliche. Here are the latest pictures of the bar area, and Wilke's "Bad ***" fire pit.... about 80% complete: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted February 15, 2019 Eric, I'll get with you in March, about 1/2 dozen pup's that would otherwise go on the burn pile! In plastic tubs or large barrels, they do great... You putting a ice maker in the bar...keep beer cold? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted February 15, 2019 DB, can you mill 8"x8"x14' posts? If so, you'll save more than a buck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric@babin.com Report post Posted February 15, 2019 On 2/15/2019 at 9:32 AM, manholt said: Eric, I'll get with you in March, about 1/2 dozen pup's that would otherwise go on the burn pile! In plastic tubs or large barrels, they do great... You putting a ice maker in the bar...keep beer cold? Awesome! We've got a couple work trips in March (Mass. first weekend and BVIs last week) but should be in town for MOST of it. On 2/15/2019 at 9:38 AM, manholt said: DB, can you mill 8"x8"x14' posts? If so, you'll save more than a buck! These were 8x8x16 and had to be special ordered..... I suspect they were a large part of the total cost. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric@babin.com Report post Posted February 16, 2019 On 2/15/2019 at 6:44 PM, elkhartjim said: We need to have christening party for we local Hill Country folks. We're going to Kerrville tomorrow for a songfest. What "songfest" is in Kerrville this weekend? Here are today's updates! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted February 16, 2019 Eric, you need some dry, big, palm fronds, to cover the metal on the side! 😎 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted February 16, 2019 That sure looks like a redneck picnic table. Oh, and are you going to import hula dancers? I'll bet Mama would not allow that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric@babin.com Report post Posted February 18, 2019 On 2/16/2019 at 10:54 AM, manholt said: Eric, you need some dry, big, palm fronds, to cover the metal on the side! 😎 Yes we do! On 2/16/2019 at 3:58 PM, wayne77590 said: That sure looks like a redneck picnic table. Oh, and are you going to import hula dancers? I'll bet Mama would not allow that. It is a redneck table... I'm going to work on it a little... but we needed something bulky and tough so this fits.... We have A LOT of outdoor decoration / bar stuff / neon signs etc.... in storage that should be here in a couple of weeks... but.... Here are the latest.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted February 18, 2019 Looks great!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eric@babin.com Report post Posted February 19, 2019 95% complete.... just the "details" now...… and all the decorations that are in storage to put up........ although... people that know me are aware.... I'll never ever be "done". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
