Chesapeake Nautical getting new overhead ready Video - Watch some preparation
An overhead is a afterthought until it becomes degraded
An overhead is one of those details that is easy to ignore until it demands attention. Sometimes they start to collapse, they get dinged up, holes from hardware that's been removed, or adding insulation to safe power used by climate control systems.How to make a new overhead
- Call Chesapeake Nautical
- Envision and discuss any improvements over the original design including electrical, ventilation, and access
- Begin prepping the work area
- Envision how the new overhead will be fitted
- Remove hardware either for disposal or re-installation
- Remove the old overhead taking measurements as needed for preparing the new one
- Clean surfaces - they are always dirty
- Design and prepare new overhead
- Prep-clean any old hardware for re-use
- Prep - install attachment points
- Install new electrical and other improvements
- Install new overhead
- Install fixtures such as lighting
- ReInstall old hardware
Installing a new overhead is a combination of design, carpentry, and various other skills depending on the application. It helps to have experience in order to produce a high quality professionally finished product.
When you are ready to replace your overhead reach out to schedule your appointment!
