All Forum Posts by: Gautam S.

@Terry Mewhinney thanks for the tips.. I am no way DIY this project.

How much will you quote for a job like this - 50ft line, 4-6 ft deep in front yard ( no concrete demo) in your area?

@Jon Holdman, The links are really not meant for you:)

I did found them helpful to understand the root infestation problem in sewer pipes and just listed for reference for other BP newbies like me who might be looking for some insights on what it entails to attack these kind of issues!

I understand, for long term BnH property, the best option is to replace the pipe.

Any suggestions on what type (materials) of pipes are suitable for cold weather, like Chicago?

@Jon Holdman yes, I think the rodding and roto-rooting is the same thing.

I found this article helpful to understand all the blockage issue in sewer:

http://www.raviniaplumbing.com/blog/everything-you...

Also this PDF from U of KY also have some in depth info - if you want to digg deeper in your research!!

http://pest.ca.uky.edu/PSEP/Manuals/16-manual.pdf

I have to get a quote for the pipe replacement, I guess :(

Hello BP Nation:

I have a clogged sewer line issue in a rental property as there are roots growing in the pipes. There is big tree near by in the front yard!! ( I hate trees :( )!!

The plumber did a rodding job and found the problem and suggesting that I have to do rodding every few months ( at least twice a year!!).

So I am trying to getting advice on what are the options to fix this root infestation problem.

1. Keep rodding every few months? how often?

2. How much you typically pay for a rodding job. Paid $300 as it was kind of emergency!

3. Is the chemical treatment works?

4. Do you suggest to replace the old pipe with new ( about 50 ft from house to city sewer line?

Any estimate for this replacement? it just runs like 6ft below ground.

5. I have a big tree close by - may be cut the tree ( May cost like $1000 - not sure).

It is rental property that I want to hold 5-10 yrs or more.

Let the ideas coming...

If it is not cash flowing then just sell.

Also you can also ask the tenant if they want to buy this house... then may be setup a Rent To Own deal with ~$15K option deposit.

Good luck!

Welcome to BP Nation, Kumar @Senthilkumar Ramachandran!

You are at the right place.

Start with all the BP podcasts... they are super!

@Paul Kouri Welcome to BP!

Thanks for your offer on Architectural design on room additions and such!

I will reach out to you to pick you brain when I have some room addition projects!

Good luck in REI:)

@Elyse Moore Welcome to BP Nation!

You are in the right place.

What kind of investing are you focusing on? Flip or BnH rentals?

All the best:)

@Alex Applebee - Congratulations on your 1st flip and profitable too.

After rehab images looks really cool and I am sure the prospects were drawn for that too.

.. Job well done:)

Did you buy considering the ARV will be around $200K+?

@Helen Fremichael Just called Arbor... the rep said they do loan on $1M and above for multi-unit only!