I’d like to add insulation on the outside so that I can reveal the block on the inside and also keep as much space inside as possible. I am hoping I can add extruded foam panels and a cladding over it (unpainted cedar/a grey-black dark metal panel, unfinished steel type panel). I would be open to helping remove dirt from foundation possibly with pressure washing a trench.

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If possible I would like to enlarge a few windows. Up to 3 depending on cost. First priority would be the window in the first floor bedroom to make it large enough for egress.

2nd Priority would be a larger window in the main 1st floor room (with fireplace). the goal would be adding more light so it would probably make sense to go larger with 1 window than do both. Depending on cost.

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There is currently a slider on the south-west side and window on the north-west side leading to the front porch. I’d like to make the window opening at least as large as the slider to open up the kitchen to the porch. Imagine dinner being eaten at a large table in the sun porch and multiple people are going in and out and not bumping into each other… lots of space. I would like the opening to be as large as possible but a crane is cost prohibitive so I think two openings for the widest set of windowed french double doors makes the most sense (if they can swing out… swing in could be an issue with fire place and kitchen) I am still exploring this and realize it might be a down the road project because of cost. Maybe it comes with a whole porch renovation later. I may be open to just opening the wall at both points as much as I can and having no door (use the money I would spend on doors to insulate the porch).

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This 11’x20′ space added on to the south-west of the house seems to have settled, the front block is bowing out and there are some cracks underneath and unevenness to the floor. An inspection will let me know more. The floor seems to be poured concrete within a block “foundation”. Maybe unsettled from frost heaving, high water, or poor drainage. I am assuming it needs to be supported and maybe the floor leveled. Eventually I will update doors and windows but I think a basic new ceiling and wall paneling is best for now. Roof was just redone, it previously had a leak. If not too expensive I would insulate. Same insulation and panel can stay in tact if larger windows are put in. Floor would be nice to tile, I am thinking terra-cotta tile.

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Maybe a 3 zone unit. I could possibly use the bulk head around the shower to put a unit in the 1st bedroom in the “kitchen” with enough space to drain and then place the 3rd above the window of the font second floor? We don’t need much AC in the summer mostly want to be able to come in the winter and keep the cottage from freezing.

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A 6’x5′ space that would function like a mud room. I’d like to place a window on the lake side to add more light. It has studs/stick construction and poured floor. Would just add vapor barrier if needed and panel/drywall. Tile floor similar to front porch or kitchen interior. Would like to add a bench or built in for storage but I will handle that later down the road.

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I have quotes, I am hoping to make it 2-3 years before replacing but need to have the cash on hand to replace sooner. It will be pricy.

The septic drain field is probably off to the north-west side of the house and the well is within 50 feet of it. The well will need to be 50′ from the drain field and if I add a new septic it will need to be behind the structure as it can’t be located in the side yard (with an exception of getting neighbors written permission.)

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