And then, there was heat

Thursday was a big day for the construction project.  The big event involved the installation of the wood stove. This means that now, Gilles will be able to feel the gentle warmth of the stove while he works indoors. Although it has been quite cold for my standards, the real winter has not quite started. As it gets colder and colder, Gilles will be thrilled to have some heat to keep him going as it gets colder.

Additionally, the excavator came to dig the trenches to lay down the electricity and the plumbing underground. In just a few days, Gilles will also have the luxury on indoor electricity in both the house and the shed. The running water will also be available, but we will need to install a sink, a toilet or something to use the water. I guess that part will have to wait.

The land looked a bit like a disaster area, but the excavator assured me it would all get put back together in no time at all.

The electrical panel installed and functional

In the meantime, Gilles has been busy working on the insulation. First, he has been putting fiber glass wool in between the studs. Then, he puts an EPS foam which serves as insulation. More importantly it serves the role of a thermal break. Afterward there will be a vapor barrier.
Phew, listen to me. Sounds like I know what I am talking about. Ha, ha, ha! Anyways, the house is going to be super well insulated and in a few weeks, we will be thrilled to have so much insulation.