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Joe Stout Basement Leak in STR
10 April 2023 | 13 replies
In the end we had to tear off the front porch and dig down 9 feet to wash the foundation, 3 coats of elastomeric sealant along with a waterproof membrane over the whole thing.
Courtney Nguyen Roof leak, or maybe not. Need a good commercial GC in Houston
19 January 2023 | 7 replies
Courtney, it actually sounds like you need a knowledgeable Roofer that will know how to find the source of the leak, weather it's with the roof membrane or perhaps the A/C coils dripping to the inside (as an example, it happens!). 
James Wise What age range are you at your best? 20's? 30's? 40's? 50's?.....
31 December 2019 | 63 replies
Hey mate,Congratulations on your success.Great thread :)Just turned 32 a few months ago myself.I'm still not the person that I want to be.I've achieved more financial/business success than I ever dreamed of before the age of 30 but quickly realized that that is not what this thing called life is all about.I'm on a different path now.I have a heavy focus on growing spiritually, physically and intellectually every day.My mission is to find an endless journey without a destination that brings joy, satisfaction, fulfillment and happiness on a daily basis.Don't think that I'm F@#%ing going soft because that's not the case hahahaJust happy to have realized what I have at this age.I believe that I'll be in my prime from 35+.Maybe even 40+Grazie mille  Not yet mate,I don't need any blue diamond pills hahahaOr nasal sprayhahahaha :)
Cindy Joseph Best material for flat roof?
19 January 2023 | 5 replies
The EPDM (rubber) is basically "out" now, and pricing on TPO (white membrane) is really crazy and still has supply shortages. 
David Hodge Moisture in basement
3 July 2016 | 18 replies
I think it's because the basement (concrete, cinder block) walls are in direct contact with the soil (newer homes usually have a barrier or membrane fastened to the outside walls, which keeps water away from the wall, and forces it down to the footings, where the weeping or drainage tile is located), which contains a fair amount of water.  
Joshua Krilov Which of these would you fix?
23 March 2023 | 14 replies
Vegetation should be pruned and/or removed as necessary to maintain a one foot clearance between it and the structure's exterior.23) Exterior Limitations: Unless specifically included in the inspection, the following items and any related equipment, controls, electric systems and/or plumbing systems are excluded from this inspection: detached buildings or structures; fences and gates; retaining walls; underground drainage systems, catch basins or concealed sump pumps; swimming pools and related safety equipment, spas, hot tubs or saunas; whether deck, balcony and/or stair membranes are watertight; trees, landscaping, properties of soil, soil stability, erosion and erosion control; ponds, water features, irrigation or yard sprinkler systems; sport courts, playground, recreation or leisure equipment; areas below the exterior structures with less than 3 feet of vertical clearance; invisible fencing; sea walls, docks and boathouses; retractable awnings.
Joshua Berube building a fourplex as my first deal. trial by fire.
19 March 2023 | 54 replies
You might investigate PVC Membrane as a solution.
David Zeek Should I take my money out of the stock market and invest in RE?
16 August 2020 | 27 replies
(A new saliva test against this virus, is currently in development in the state of Illinois, & which might replace the current problematic, nasal test for detecting this virus.
Ryan H. Crack in Shower Pan / Bathroom Remodel
27 January 2023 | 4 replies
Even in low end rentals, we only recommend 100% complete ceramic tile walk-in showers or cast iron/porcelain tubs with ceramic tile surrounds, and, depending on the property and the Owner preference, either a copper or membrane actual shower pan.
Account Closed Best Flooring? - if you plan to allow pets
17 December 2014 | 22 replies
You will also want to use a decoupling membrane between the subfloor and the tile.