Still almost done...

Yes, you are reading the title correctly. In spite of incredible efforts to get this project completed on time, we have slipped into the 'extra day' I built into the schedule for an emergency but didn't want to use. First, the 'hole' snafu mentioned and photographed yesterday was resolved by John of New Concepts Plumbing with a nifty tool that cut the notch and placing the air switch for the disposal in that location. But... even after he warned me to watch out for 'short shanked plumbing fixtures', it turned out the Insta-Hot dispenser's shank is just that... too short. So, no Insta-Hot was installed, but he was able to get the faucet, disposal, air gap for the dishwasher and sink drains installed. Because he was working under the sink, the dishwasher install and range install was postponed until later in the day while the refrigerator and wine cellar were easily placed by the other team from King and Bunny's.

Here's a look at how the kitchen looked at that stage...









and that is how the kitchen is right now. The range and dishwasher installer called to coordinate the install at 4PM or the next morning and I opted for the 4PM time frame as I want the job done (see opening portion of this post). He then called at 3:20 stating he was behind and also having a family emergency and would be over to complete the install the next morning. What can you do but deal with it - although this presented a challenge as John was scheduled to be here at that time to install the new Insta-Hot (as he can get the 'good ones' with the longer shank). I informed John who really didn't want to come by to find out he wouldn't be able to install if the dishwasher or range was being installed. I said, he had first shot at the area and the other installer would be put on 'hold' to wait until he was done - I mean it is probably only 1/2 hour job to complete at this stage. Unfortunately, John's last job of the day ran over and he was unable to pick up the new Insta-Hot - and won't be able to get it installed until after our vacation. I can accept not having an Insta-Hot right now - but the range and dishwasher will be installed tomorrow come hell or high water...

Stay tuned!