Task 1: We have an existing low deck that is running along 2 sides of a small house. The 11 piers that are supporting that deck were not installed with proper footings according to current code specification. Therefore, we need to have the area beneath and around those piers excavated, so that proper footings can be established to meet that code specification. The task is simply to re-dig and prepare the area beneath those piers, then prepare and pour proper cement footings for each.
Task 2: The small house previously mentioned is pier-supported, such that the space beneath is open to free-flowing air. Under such conditions, current building code requires that any exposed lumber used under there (i.e. floor joists, OSB sheathing) must be either treated or otherwise sealed against environmental conditions. Much of the lumber material there does not currently meet with those code standards. Therefore, the task is to coat the existing lumber material beneath the house with an appropriate paint product (which will be supplied by the owner), effectively sealing all the currently non-compliant materials according to code specification.
Final considerations for those who are interested:
These 2 specific tasks obviously will not require a great deal of finesse to accomplish. Even so, the outcome needed here requires a job well done by a competent and conscientious person. In other words, the offer is only for those who are not only capable, but also have the personal need to do their best at whatever the task is at hand, even in the small things… especially in the small things, for those who aren’t trustworthy in small things, certainly can’t be trusted in more important ones. Therefore, we do not require your impressive resume, but only require that those who inquire any further, are genuinely honorable and interested in doing good work for a fair wage.
For quick reference, the property where this work is to be done is located in Saluda, NC. The pay for these tasks, satisfactorily completed, will be on a pay-per-task basis (not by time spent). The rate for this pay will be jointly determined at the time of your overview visit. If you would like to understand more about this offer, then you will, no doubt, want to come and survey the current status of the situation here before committing to any agreement. If so, then please click the "reply" button at the top left of this post in order to reply, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Note: The existing space available for maneuvering beneath the house varies from about 24” to 48” (a relatively constant progression from one end of the house to the other). Please bear this fact in mind, considering that some of the areas needing attention will be somewhat challenging to access.