09.3 - 201 Red River St - Castleman-Bull House - Building Preparations — original pdf

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DODSON HOUSE MOVING, LLC P.O. Box 240339 San Antonio, TX 78224 Building Preparations The initial phase of work on the Trask and Castleman Bull houses involves structural preparations to ensure the buildings are secure and ready for relocation. These tasks will be needed regardless of the storage location. However, should the relocation distance be greater than a quarter to half mile from the current location, the preparation tasks will increase. The key functions include: • Bracing Windows and Doors: We will install temporary bracing to stabilize all windows and doors. We will install plywood over all openings to help secure the buildings for storage. This step is essential to protect these fragile elements during subsequent work. • Removing and Bracing Porches: The existing porch will be carefully removed and braced to allow access and facilitate further structural work. • Preparing Beam Pockets: The beam pockets will be cut out and ready to receive steel support, which will provide the necessary strength for lifting and moving the structures. • Excavation and demolition: Start removing concrete around structures and excavating down to the steel installation level. • Steel Cable Wrapping and Compression: Both structures will be entirely, securely wrapped with steel cable and compressed to reinforce the structure and prevent any shifting or damage. • Clearing AC Ducts and Lines: All air conditioning ducts and related lines will be removed or relocated to create a clear space for steel installation. • Steel Installation: We will begin installing steel supports around the house to prepare for the lift. Importantly, no lifting or detachment from the foundation will occur until the appropriate permits have been obtained. The above work will help expedite the loading phase and shorten the timeline. If we need to remove some of the above steps, that's fine; whatever they will allow us to start on will help with the timeline. Gator Dodson