We commence - within this blog - our profile of an individual who works within the Built Environment. Our first profile is a carpenter and joiner with over 20 years of experience.
Matt Truscott commenced carpentry and joinery when he completed school and has been 'on the tools' for over 20 years now. We spent time with Matt last week on a house he is renovating for a client at Seaforth (Sydney). He is adding on a second level to a typical standard house which will double the area (GFA) of the building. He firstly had to remove the existing roof, provide cover for the existing structure in the event of rain. He is now framing up the second level getting it ready so the ceiling joists and roof can be completed. The occupants can at the current time live 'as normal' on the ground level as the work is not contained within their current living quarters. There is a photo of Matt on site below:
Here are some of Matt's responses to questions we put to him: (Note: We have paraphrased in parts some of Matt's comments.)
What time do you start and finish work? - Start at 7am, speak to the client re any issues that need to be addressed and finish approximately 4pm. In summer though may work later to take advantage of the longer days.
Best part of being a carpenter and joiner? - Working outside and in different locations. Developing a relationship with a (new) client and helping create a wonderful home for their family. It is great also working 'hands on a project' and sitting back at the end of each day and seeing the work completed.
Worst part of being a carpenter and joiner? - Rain.!! Physical demands of the job as one gets older.
Where in Sydney is most of your work? - Work all over Sydney, but mainly inner west.
Where does most of your work come from? - Word of mouth. Reputation.
What particular work do you really like doing as a carpenter and joiner? - Really enjoy working on house renovations, particular older homes. Seeing them being restored is very satisfying.
What type of work is becoming popular at the moment? - Building new or making room within existing dwellings for granny flats or self contained units. Particularly as some councils are encouraging this to occur. The owner can subsequently rent out the granny flat or it gives them a place for friends and relatives to stay when they are in town without crowding the housing.
How do people get in contact with you if they would like to hire you? Do you have a website or a profile of the work you have done where people can view it? - I am currently working on the website which will show some of my work. But for now best to call me on 0418164281 or send me an email mattruss2@yahoo.com.au
Ok - thank you to Matt for taking part in this profile.
Matt Truscott commenced carpentry and joinery when he completed school and has been 'on the tools' for over 20 years now. We spent time with Matt last week on a house he is renovating for a client at Seaforth (Sydney). He is adding on a second level to a typical standard house which will double the area (GFA) of the building. He firstly had to remove the existing roof, provide cover for the existing structure in the event of rain. He is now framing up the second level getting it ready so the ceiling joists and roof can be completed. The occupants can at the current time live 'as normal' on the ground level as the work is not contained within their current living quarters. There is a photo of Matt on site below:
Here are some of Matt's responses to questions we put to him: (Note: We have paraphrased in parts some of Matt's comments.)
What time do you start and finish work? - Start at 7am, speak to the client re any issues that need to be addressed and finish approximately 4pm. In summer though may work later to take advantage of the longer days.
Best part of being a carpenter and joiner? - Working outside and in different locations. Developing a relationship with a (new) client and helping create a wonderful home for their family. It is great also working 'hands on a project' and sitting back at the end of each day and seeing the work completed.
Where in Sydney is most of your work? - Work all over Sydney, but mainly inner west.
Where does most of your work come from? - Word of mouth. Reputation.
What particular work do you really like doing as a carpenter and joiner? - Really enjoy working on house renovations, particular older homes. Seeing them being restored is very satisfying.
What type of work is becoming popular at the moment? - Building new or making room within existing dwellings for granny flats or self contained units. Particularly as some councils are encouraging this to occur. The owner can subsequently rent out the granny flat or it gives them a place for friends and relatives to stay when they are in town without crowding the housing.
How do people get in contact with you if they would like to hire you? Do you have a website or a profile of the work you have done where people can view it? - I am currently working on the website which will show some of my work. But for now best to call me on 0418164281 or send me an email mattruss2@yahoo.com.au
Ok - thank you to Matt for taking part in this profile.
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