All Forum Posts by: Bill J Fay
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Post: Do you typically buy homes to flip even if it needs a new roof?
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As someone who grew up in CA, I can see why you would look away when a roof needs to be replaced. The fair weather keeps roofs alive a lot longer, compared to the majority of the country where weather is a factor. Flipping in CO, we have to replace roofs fairly often with hail damage, meaning there is great competition with roof contractors. The next time you drive by a roofing contractor with a phone number on their truck, call and get general pricing so you can have them in your back pocket on the next house you'd like to offer. Be prepared up front so you can score a deal when ready!
Post: Reglazing tile vs. replacing tile - what are your thoughts? (Before + After Pics)
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Re-glazing is a wonderful tool to use with fixing up a property that warrants it. With that being said, make sure you are hiring a skilled contractor that specializes in it. I have seen contractors claim they can glaze and totally butcher the install, making this renovation tool get a bad rep. I have renovated multiple bathrooms for under $1k utilizing a clean white glaze as the star. At the end of the project, a buyer (or renter) will be the deciding factor if it was worth a re-glaze, or a new beautiful tile surround. No question, having it in your tool belt is a must!
Post: Cabinets hung too high. 24" from countertops. What would you do?
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Nice job on your reno! It looks very clean and wouldn't be an issue for myself as a 6ft+ individual. With that being said, here are a few things to consider:
1) Assuming the standard 36in base cabinet + 24in backsplash = the bottom of the upper cabinet starts at 5ft (60in). The wingspan of an average human is 63-68 inches, meaning the average renter would only be allowed to reach 3-8 inches, or the bottom shelf in the cabinet.
2) Because your intent is to make this a short-term rental, the same renter isn't going to be using the kitchen day in and day out. Although, it could cause some negative feedback from some of your renters.
3) If you ever wanted to rent this property out as a long-term rental or sell, it could cause issues in the future.
Tough call because its already completed. If the contractor is off the hook, you can try renting it and see what the feedback is. Ideally, you should get the contractor to come back, cut 2 rows of tile, and install the cabinets between 15-18in off the countertop.