011 card
Before the foundation
Footings, slab and everything under it: drains, pipes, radon and sump. Once the concrete is poured, these are the hardest to change.
022 cards
Before framing
Room sizes, openings, stairs, ceiling heights and anything structural. Cheap on paper, expensive once the walls are up.
032 cards
Before rough-in
Where pipes, wires, ducts and boxes go, before the inspector signs off on them.
058 cards
Before tile + floors
Waterproofing, backer board and floor prep that go under the finish you see.
BathroomsFree
Shower floor slope
Drainage, floor slope and traps
- ¼″ per foot minimum
- ½″ per foot maximum (code)
- use smaller tiles on a center drain
0639 cards
Throughout the job
Choices and checks that aren’t tied to one stage. Settle them early, or check them as the work goes.
KitchensFree
Flooring
Maintenance: keep it looking good
- sweep or vacuum often
- right cleaner for the material
- mats at the sink and cooktop
Stairs + hallsFree
Kitchen, Bathroom and Stairs are open to everyone. The rest are in the full fieldbook.
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