To make your internal/external siding resist both the shearing and axial earthquake response, you may have to install at least 5/8 inch thick plywood.

Another improvement for the columns: Add a plinth block at the base, about 8" tall and thick enough to be about even with the edge of the deck.

The bathroom looked like it hasnt been scrubbed in years, the residue on the walls was thick.

It great stuff. http://www.homedepot.com/p/TrafficMASTER-Lakeshore-Pecan-7-mm-Thick-x-7-2-3-in-Wide-x-50-5-8-in-Length-Laminate-Flooring-24-17-sq-ft-case-35947/205349795

Some posters on BP with thick skin (like me) will tell you to knock on the door anyway.

Here's the Keys: nothing under a 3mm thick product, if you can afford 4mm or better do it.

If they did, this clause probably went out of their thick heads.

It's not only time consuming but can also require a thick skin....I have had to break up more than one fight between subs who were voicing their opinions about each other's work.  

But I couldn't find repairs section.I got a quote for 1/2" thick Engineered hardwood floor for a 175 sqft room from Empire today.

If you pose fair arguments to a fair seller, 9 out of 10 times you will be able to close a deal.Worst case scenario, find a thick skinned realtor or broker and have them make an offer if you want to lowball someone.