Pbenjay's Blog

With a really good  camera, a super lens, the patience of a saint (not Latter Day) and the eye of  a wonderful photographer, we can see just how one clever little squirrel builds his new home in Central Park.

Step 1.  Location, location, location-this squirrel knows the first rule of real estate

Location, location, location

Step 2. Start with a solid foundation.  In this case, oak leaves and twigs.

Putting in a good foundation

Step 3.  Making sure the footings and foundation are set.

Inspecting the foundation

Step 4. Double checking the work before continuing.

Double Checking

Step 5.  Looking to see if any home invaders are casing the neighborhood.

Anyone watching?

Step 6.  Re-enforcing the studs and joists.

Studs McGee - Master Builder

Step 7.  Installing dry wall.

Putting in the dry walls

Step 8.  Shingling the roof.

Hauling up shingles

Step 9.  Inspection before the C.O.

Home Inspector

Step 10. Home Sweet Home

Home Sweet Home

All photos by Murray Head