Monthly Archives: August 2013


Windows, Doors and Plumbing… Oh My!

The exterior doors are in, all windows have been installed and the plumbing is underway at 8 Sandpiper.  We stopped down to meet with the plumber and electrician today to map out recessed lighting, cable hookups and check on the overall progress. The concrete pads under the house have also … Continue reading

2013-08-28 - Downstairs Storage - 8 Sandpiper - Lewes, DE - Cape Shores

2013-08-18 - Windows in Bedroom - 8 Sandpiper - Cape Shores - Lewes, DE

Windows and Roof Installed

This past Friday we visited 8 Sandpiper and found two crews at work – our framers were installing all of the windows and another crew was laying shingles on the roof.  Lots of action to see!  With the windows installed, the rooms are really coming together, pretty soon the siding … Continue reading


First Look at Front Porch Construction

The trusses for the front porch of 8 Sandpiper have been installed, adding an element of character and charm to the front of the house.  The peaked roof insert for the front of the house has also been framed, which completes the architectural elements associated with the house framing.  The … Continue reading

2013-08-13 sideview of front porch - 8 Sandpiper - Cape Shores - Lewes, DE

Wednesday: Last Movie Screening of the Season at Lewes Canalfront Park

Grab your beach chair and head over to Lewes Canalfront Park this Wednesday, August 14 for an outdoor screening of the Odd Life of Timothy Green starring Jennifer Garner, Joel Edgerton and CJ Adams.  This will be the last movie as part of the “Cinema by the Canal at Dusk” series hosted by the … Continue reading


Raise the Roof! Trusses Going Up at 8 Sandpiper

This week the roof trusses started going up at 8 Sandpiper and the front and back decks are also taking shape.  Once the roof trusses are in place, plywood will be nailed on top and the roof shingles can start to be placed.  For the shingles we have selected GAF … Continue reading

beach view - lewes, de - 8 sandpiper - cape shores

Lewes Historical Society Moves to Larger Venue for History Happy Hours

Due to a large demand and increased attendance, the Lewes Historical Society is moving its History Happy Hours to a new location.  The events will now be held at Hotel Rodney, the event sponsor which sits at 142 2nd street. History Happy Hours take place every Friday (through September 27), … Continue reading


Roof Trusses Delivered, Placement Starts Soon

Yesterday the roof trusses were delivered to 8 Sandpiper and the crew said they will start to place them tomorrow.  Once the roof is on, more of the plumbing and interior work can begin.  Also on Wednesday we had a walk-through with the kitchen designer and confirmed the kitchen cabinet … Continue reading

Front of the house with porch construction - 8 Sandpiper - Cape Shores, Lewes, DE