I have never used the foam approach, but as an after-care application agree that it might be easier to get a supporting surface into a tight space better than mixing up fix-all or cement, I just don’t know if it will have enough strength and rigidity.

The more hard surfaces around the house such as sidewalks, driveway, patios, etc the more it will cost.

No need to tie into the rest of the house, since there are units that can be used just to condition (heat and cool) a small space like that.I believe that the electrical wiring can be surface mounted in channels or in conduit or in metal jacketed cable, but those aren't as visually attractive as being behind a wall.You want this to be living space - anything in particular (family room, office, etc)?

Works great.As far as porous surfaces like wood etc, Kilz Oil seals up the worst of the worst.

I have been watching the market here and know the deals you seek do not surface through normal realestate data bases.

I am looking to add a teak deck to my single family home in the spring.The surface area is about 1000 sqft.

The 30 or so homes you’ve looked at didn’t scratch the surface and resting on one short sale will completely disappoint you.

In many cases there might be something obvious but that is only a surface issue.Focus on solving their problem and you will get more deals than if you just tried standard tips and techniques.

I've noticed that buyers don't really mind what solid surface countertop options you use as long as it is new and clean.   

The heart pine will be tongue and groove, the width might be anywhere from 2.5 to 5 inches or so, and if you sand that bottom surface you would be able to see the wood for comparison with some of the online photos of heart pine.