Video highlights of the project. Windows Media Low / Med / High Apple Quicktime Low / Med / High Real Media Low / Med / High Edith M. Brack Building being remodeled Project Manager, David Ratcliff of McKenzie Roofing & Remodeling Two 1-800-GOT-JUNK trucks were filled to the brim with debris Pulling up the old carpet Ceiling tiles were removed David Laurer of Dacon Roofing taking a breather Interior windows removed for fill-in Cabinets and fixtures removed The 1-800-GOT-JUNK girls cleaning up. Even the kids were involved! Ceiling tile insulation reclaimed for use later Busy workers getting the job done.  Sometimes there were lines waiting to get to the trucks!

The Children's Shelter
Volunteer Project

A very special project was undertaken on a volunteer basis by the San Antonio chapter of NARI.  As an organization we are remodeling the abandoned Edith M. Brack administrative building on the Children's Shelter campus at 2939 W. Woodlawn to provide additional administrative office space to the managers of the Children's Shelters in the San Antonio area.

8/20/2005 - The demolition phase of the project progressed nicely as 24 people representing 8 NARI member businesses (McKenzie Roofing & Remodeling, 1-800-GOT-JUNK, Ferguson Bath & Kitchen Gallery, Dacon Roofing, Home Depot, Maverick Remodeling & Hughes Custom Flooring) labored under less-than-perfect conditions. The hot and dirty demolition work filled to the brim two 1-800-GOT-JUNK trucks with old carpet, ceiling tiles, cabinets, fixtures & insulation.

David Ratcliff of McKenzie Roofing & Remodeling, the project coordinator, said that “It was a tremendous start for the NARI building at the Children’s Shelter. This fantastic work day shows the heart of so many of the people in the remodeling industry.  It’s because of caring folks like this the children thrown into difficult situations may have a better start. Thanks to everyone who participated.”

A total of 81 man/hours were spent from 8:00am to 11:30am.  All carpet, ceiling tiles, cabinets & fixtures were removed.  Some ceiling tiles were reclaimed for use later in the project.  Much thanks to Ferguson Kitchen and Bath Gallery which turned out 11 volunteers for getting this project off to a great start.   Also thanks to 1-800-GOT-JUNK's Mark Klug for providing 2 trucks for the hauling off and disposal of the construction debris.

Trades and Materials

The following trades and materials are still needed for the NARI building. If you have any contacts for either the trades or the supplies, please help by contacting Call David Ratcliff at MacKenzie Roofing and Remodeling.  (210) 732-7326 Cell:(210) 287-2376

Important:

• We need 3 of the specialty trades - Electrical, Mechanical & Plumbing - volunteers to be identified and complete their work before we can set another work day.
• The block installation can be done at any time.
• The exterior prep and painting can be done as soon as the roof is replaced the week of 8/22.

Trades / Tasks

• Demolition - Completed
  • Remove existing chalkboards, countertops, sinks and cabinets.
  • Remove flooring.
  • Remove damaged ceiling tiles.
  • Remove 6 interior windows.
  • Remove 2 accordion doors.
  • Remove wood shelving in small storage rooms.
  • Haul off debris. (1-800-GOT-JUNK?)
• Exterior Paint
  • Power wash entire exterior, including brick veneer
  • Caulk stucco cracks
  • Caulk window/masonry joints
  • Brush, prime, and paint metal window lintels
  • Paint stucco siding and soffit
  • Prepare, prime, and paint fascia and north patio cover
• Doors
  • Install doors and adjust for proper operation. (Dacon Roofing & Remodeling)
  • Cut the active door to the large room to make a Dutch door. (Dacon Roofing & Remodeling)
  • Install locksets individually keyed with master
  • Rekey entry locks on main doors, replace north door locks keyed to main entry
  • Install missing air grills
• Flooring
  • New carpet in all offices
  • New vinyl tile in the hall, storerooms, and bathrooms. (Hughes Custom Flooring)
  • New vinyl base
• Plumbing
  • Cap unused drains and supply lines
  • Install new commodes, wall hung vanities, and faucets. (Supplied by Ferguson)
  • Install water supply and drain and install new fountain in hall
  • Install water supply and drain and install new sink with faucet in break room. (Supplied by Ferguson)
  • Check gas for water heater and furnace, gas test for meter installation
• Electrical
  • Check service for electrical connect
  • Check all plugs and switches. Repair or replace bad ones
  • Check all light fixtures and re-lamp or re-ballast as needed.
  • Install new vents in bathrooms
  • Install new light fixtures in the entry and janitor closet
  • Install exterior lights
• HVAC
  • Check system for proper operation
  • Install new thermostat
  • Replace/Repair duct system as needed
  • Detach and reset all vents for new ceiling tile installation
• Interior Paint
  • Caulk as needed for preparation
  • Paint all interior walls
  • Paint door units
• Miscellaneous
  • Remove and replace roof and rotten fascia. (MacKenzie Roofing & Remodeling)
  • Install cinder blocks at removed windows and doors
  • Install ceiling insulation and tiles in offices
  • Install ceiling insulation and drywall in entry. Tape, float, and texture
  • Install cabinets and countertop in break room (Supplied by Pride Home Improvement)
  • Install refrigerator and microwave oven (Supplied by Stone Appliance Co.)
  • Final cleaning including windows

Materials

Proposed Administration Building Floor Plan