Knocking Down a Wall

by Pete Abilla on January 24, 2007

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We had a wall knocked down recently, and we are really happy about the result.

Previously, as you walked into our front door, you were immediately met with a small front room and an awckward wall. Now, when you walk in, there is a big wide and long room, perfect for wrestling in, entertaining, and just lounging in.

Before –

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During –

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After –

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Lessons Learned

  1. Hire some help
  2. Master Electricians are too expensive; get a normal, “non-master” electrician.
  3. I should have done this 6 months ago

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David Garcia January 25, 2007 at 9:12 am

Wow looks great! When I moved into my home last year, I hired an independent contractor to knock down a few walls too. (I know what I’m capable of and knocking down walls is not one of those things…) Really makes a big difference to open up rooms.

james January 28, 2007 at 11:45 am

That looks great Peter! That looks like it was just a random wall. I think that open spaces are more conducive to “livability” in a home.

Troy February 6, 2007 at 10:02 pm

When I was introduced the the random wall only a couple of months ago, I did not realize how serious you were about its demolition. Good work! It looks like you guys got just the results you were hoping for.

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