Action Items

Verify zoning at maps.dcoz.dc.gov

Immediate

Confirmed RF-1 per user

→ Screenshot of zoning confirmation

Planning Homeowner

Complete

Pre-order Anker SOLIX E10 ($10 deposit)

Immediate

Refundable deposit - locks in pre-order pricing

→ $500 coupon + free 400W panel + 8yr warranty

Energy Homeowner

Not Started

Get 3 structural engineer quotes

Week 1-2

Need drawings for staircase + window closure

→ 3 written quotes with scope and timeline

Engineering Homeowner

Not Started

Get 3 HVAC contractor quotes

Week 1-2

Specify need for ductwork redesign and noise mitigation + whole house humidifier/dehumidifier

→ 3 written quotes with Manual J calculation

HVAC Homeowner

Not Started

Get roof inspection

Week 1-2

Know timeline for replacement - affects budget planning

→ Written inspection report

Planning Homeowner

Not Started

Set up project management system

Week 1-2

Notion Airtable or even Google Sheets - track everything

→ Chosen system configured

Planning Homeowner

Not Started

Create master budget spreadsheet

Week 1-2

Track estimates vs actuals by category

→ Working budget tracker

Planning Homeowner or Claude

Not Started

Open dedicated renovation bank account

Week 1-2

Separate finances for clear tracking

→ Account opened

Financial Homeowner

Not Started

Install Home Assistant OS on TRIGKEY N100 mini PC

Week 1-2

Flash HAOS to USB - boot and install to internal SSD

→ Working Home Assistant installation

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Configure ZWA-2 Z-Wave adapter with USB extension

Week 1-2

Use 6ft USB 2.0 extension to avoid USB 3.0 interference

→ Z-Wave JS integration configured

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Pair Yale Assure 2 locks with Home Assistant

Week 1-2

Set up PIN codes and automations through Z-Wave JS

→ All locks paired and controllable

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Set up UPS for home automation server

Week 1-2

APC BE425M or similar - critical for lock reliability during outages

→ UPS protecting server and network

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Research DC water quality report for Capitol Hill 20002

Week 1-2

Check DC Water annual report - verify hardness and contaminants

→ DC Water quality data for 20002

Planning Homeowner or Claude

Not Started

Hire architect or designer for permit drawings

Week 3-4

Not Started

→ May be same firm as structural engineer

Hiring ACT014 structural engineer engaged

Not Started

Move cabinet vendor selection earlier (Week 4)

Week 3-4

8-16 week lead time requires ordering by Week 6 max - need buffer

→ Cabinet vendor selected and contract signed

Sourcing Homeowner

Not Started

Get quotes from fireplace contractors (5 gas vented conversions)

Week 3-4

High-end gas vented direct-vent inserts with custom surrounds - $8k-$15k each

→ Minimum 3 quotes for 5 fireplace conversions

Sourcing Homeowner

Not Started

Get structural assessment for back door widening

Week 3-4

Back entrance door widen requires structural header - coordinate with permit

→ Structural drawings for door widening with header requirements

Engineering Structural Engineer

Not Started

Finalize kitchen layout concept

Week 2-4

Drives cabinet design and permit drawings

→ Kitchen floor plan with appliance locations

Design Homeowner + Designer

Not Started

Research local DC Baltic birch cabinet makers

Week 2-4

Need shops that can integrate Kessebohmer hardware

→ List of 3-5 qualified shops with portfolios

Sourcing Homeowner or Claude

Not Started

Get cabinet quotes

Week 4-6

Include pull-down mechanisms in scope

→ 3 written quotes with timeline and specs

Sourcing Homeowner

Not Started

Order Impulse Labs stove

Week 4-6

8-12 week lead time - order early

→ Order confirmation

Procurement Homeowner

Not Started

Hire structural engineer

Week 2-3

Not Started

→ Select from quotes

Hiring ACT002 quotes received

Not Started

Hire HVAC contractor

Week 2-3

Not Started

→ Select from quotes - ensure Manual J included

Hiring ACT003 quotes received

Not Started

Submit permit application

Week 6-8

Not Started

→ Use DC Permit Wizard for residential - expect 30-45 day review

Permitting ACT014 ACT016 drawings complete

Not Started

Select cabinet vendor

Week 6-8

Not Started

→ Longest lead time item - critical path

Decision ACT007 quotes received

Not Started

Create appliance specification sheet

Week 2-3

Not Started

→ Needed for kitchen design and electrical planning

Planning

Not Started

Plan security camera locations - coordinate with electrical

Week 2-4

Run Cat6a during rough-in phase - cheaper than retrofitting

→ Camera location plan with cable runs

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Research HVAC integration options for Home Assistant

Week 2-3

Check if new HVAC has native WiFi - may need Z-Wave thermostat

→ Integration plan documented

Home Automation Homeowner or Claude

Not Started

Run Cat6a cable to all camera locations during rough-in

Week 16-18

Future-proofs for 10GbE - much cheaper during renovation

→ Cat6a home runs to server location

Home Automation Electrician

Not Started

Get 3 solar installer quotes (DC area)

Week 2-4

Need installers experienced with battery integration

→ 3 written quotes with system designs

Energy Homeowner

Not Started

Verify roof solar potential

Week 2-3

South/East/West exposure - check for obstructions

→ Shading analysis and roof assessment

Energy Homeowner

Not Started

Get cold-climate heat pump quotes

Week 2-4

Specify cold-climate rated - Mitsubishi/Carrier/Bosch

→ 3 written quotes with Manual J

Energy Homeowner

Not Started

Confirm E10 order (Feb 4 launch)

Week 3

Use $500 coupon from pre-order

→ E10 + Power Dock + Smart Generator ordered

Energy Homeowner

Not Started

Coordinate HVAC with solar installer

Week 4-6

Solar sizing depends on heat pump load

→ Integrated system design

Energy Homeowner

Not Started

Schedule E10 installation

Week 6-8

Anker offers nationwide installation

→ Installation date confirmed

Energy Homeowner

Not Started

Get electrical engineer load calculation

Week 2-4

CRITICAL: 60A stove + 3 heat pumps + ovens + E10 battery requires verification

→ Load calculation report confirming 200A panel sufficiency

Engineering Homeowner

Not Started

Build 2-week permit buffer into schedule

Week 1

DC DOB often requires resubmissions - plan demo for Week 16 not Week 14

→ Updated project schedule with buffer

Planning Homeowner

Not Started

Research DC Baltic birch cabinet makers - specific vendors

Week 2-3

Replace TBD in Cabinet Options C003 with actual vendor names

→ List of 3-5 specific DC-area cabinet shops with contact info

Sourcing Homeowner or Claude

Not Started

Get quotes for window replacements (4 windows total)

Week 4-5

High-end energy efficient windows. Kitchen $4.5k-$7.5k, Living Room $1.5k-$3k

→ Window quotes for 3 kitchen + 1 living room windows

Sourcing Homeowner

Not Started

Get heat trace cable quote from plumber during rough-in scope

Week 4-6

Ask plumber to identify vulnerable pipe runs and quote heat trace installation. Much cheaper during rough-in than retrofit.

→ Quote for heat trace installation during rough-in

Plumbing Homeowner

Not Started

Get 3 quotes for whole home water treatment system

Week 2-4

Include softener + filters + UV - DC 20002 has 120-150 ppm hardness

→ 3 written quotes with equipment specs

Plumbing Homeowner

Not Started

Select water treatment vendor

Week 4-5

Select from quotes - ensure bypass valve included

→ Signed contract

Sourcing Homeowner

Not Started

Coordinate water treatment with plumber

Week 6-8

Install during plumbing rough-in for efficiency

→ Installation scheduled

Coordination Homeowner

Not Started

Get humidity control quotes from HVAC contractors

Week 2-4

Add humidifier + dehumidifier to HVAC contractor scope

→ Humidity equipment included in HVAC scope

HVAC Homeowner

Not Started

Research whole-house air purification options

Week 2-3

PCO vs ionization vs filtration - formaldehyde destruction capability

→ Air purification system recommendations

HVAC Homeowner or Claude

Not Started

Include air purification in HVAC contractor scope

Week 2-4

Request REME HALO + MERV 16 + UV-C in scope

→ Air purification included in HVAC quotes

HVAC Homeowner

Not Started

Get heat trace cable quote from plumber during rough-in scope

Week 4-6

Ask plumber to identify vulnerable pipe runs and quote heat trace installation. Much cheaper during rough-in than retrofit.

→ Quote for heat trace installation during rough-in

Plumbing Homeowner

Not Started

Order built-in espresso machine

Week 6-8

Miele CVA 7775 recommended - coordinate with cabinet dimensions

→ Order confirmation

Procurement Homeowner

Not Started

Order built-in vacuum sealer

Week 6-8

Miele EVS 7010 recommended

→ Order confirmation

Procurement Homeowner

Not Started

Order wall ovens

Week 6-8

Full size + combo microwave stack

→ Order confirmation

Procurement Homeowner

Not Started

Order built-in refrigerator

Week 6-8

Panel-ready - coordinate panel with cabinet vendor

→ Order confirmation

Procurement Homeowner

Not Started

Order second dishwasher

Week 6-8

Match existing Miele 7000 series

→ Order confirmation

Procurement Homeowner

Not Started

Schedule DCRA Homeowner Center consultation

Week 4-5

Not Started

→ Free consultation to review permit strategy

Permitting ACT005 scope defined

Not Started

Get electrical inspection of existing wiring

Week 4-6

Not Started

→ Determine extent of rewiring needed

Assessment

Not Started

Get plumbing scope of drain lines

Week 4-6

Not Started

→ Determine condition of existing drains

Assessment

Not Started

Finalize quartzite slab selection

Week 8-10

Not Started

→ Visit stone yards - select specific slabs

Design ACT021 cabinet design locked

Not Started

Interview general contractors OR confirm self-GC approach

Week 2-4

Not Started

→ Even self-GC may benefit from consulting with experienced GC

Planning

Not Started

Review insurance coverage

Week 2-4

May need builders risk policy during construction

→ Confirmation of adequate coverage

Financial Homeowner

Not Started

Plan temporary kitchen setup in basement

Week 6-8

Since youll live in basement during Phase 1

→ Basement kitchen functional

Logistics Homeowner

Not Started

Select and purchase IP cameras for Frigate NVR

Week 4-6

Dahua/Hikvision/Amcrest/Reolink with RTSP support required

→ 4 IP cameras ordered

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Purchase PoE switch for camera network isolation

Week 4-6

8-port PoE+ recommended - enables VLAN isolation via dual NIC

→ PoE switch ordered

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Install cameras and configure Frigate NVR

Week 20-24

Install after drywall but before paint - coordinate with electrician

→ Frigate running with all cameras

Home Automation Homeowner + Electrician

Not Started

Purchase ZBT-2 Zigbee/Thread adapter if needed for HVAC

Week 4-6

Only needed if HVAC or sensors require Zigbee or Thread

→ Protocol adapter ordered if required

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Configure camera VLAN for network isolation

Week 20-22

Blocks camera internet access while allowing Frigate - security best practice

→ Cameras isolated from main network

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Register for DC SREC program

Week 20-24

Required to sell SRECs

→ SREC registration complete

Energy Homeowner

Not Started

Select SREC aggregator/broker

Week 20-24

SRECTrade or Sol Systems

→ Signed aggregator agreement

Energy Homeowner

Not Started

Verify window closure egress/code compliance

Week 2-4

Verify with DC code: egress, light/ventilation requirements

→ Written confirmation of code compliance for window closure

Engineering Structural Engineer

Not Started

Source high-end furnishings (rugs, couch, table, lamps, chairs)

Week 6-8

Long lead times on custom pieces - order early. Couch 8-16 weeks, rugs 4-8 weeks

→ Furnishing orders placed with lead times tracked

Sourcing Homeowner or Designer

Not Started

Get quotes for window treatments (Living Room and Kitchen drapes)

Week 8-10

Custom window treatments for Living Room ($3k) and Kitchen ($4k)

→ Drape quotes and fabric selections

Sourcing Homeowner or Designer

Not Started

Research humidity control options for 3-floor home

Week 2-3

Steam humidifier + ducted dehumidifier for whole house

→ Equipment recommendations documented

Planning Homeowner or Claude

Not Started

Plan humidity sensor locations per floor

Week 4-6

1 sensor per floor - avoid bathrooms and kitchens

→ Sensor placement plan

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Purchase humidity monitoring sensors

Week 6-8

Aqara or Sonoff Zigbee sensors - requires ZBT-2 adapter

→ Sensors ordered

Procurement Homeowner

Not Started

Verify HVAC system airflow for filtration requirements

Week 4-6

MERV 16 requires adequate static pressure - verify with Manual D

→ Confirmed airflow supports media filter

HVAC HVAC Contractor

Not Started

Select IAQ monitoring system

Week 6-8

Awair Element recommended for Home Assistant integration

→ IAQ monitor selected and ordered

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Plan IAQ sensor locations (one per floor)

Week 6-8

Living areas away from direct HVAC vents - represent breathing zone

→ IAQ sensor placement plan

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Notify neighbors of upcoming work

Week 8-10

Good neighbor relations - especially for rowhouse

→ Neighbors informed

Community Homeowner

Not Started

Plan smart sensor locations - doors windows motion

Week 6-8

Zigbee or Z-Wave sensors based on protocol adapter decision

→ Sensor location plan

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started

Set up NAS for long-term camera storage

Phase 2

Defer until camera storage needs exceed internal SSD

→ NAS configured for Frigate storage

Home Automation Homeowner

Not Started