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Rob Catching Question - Black Mold Inspection?
28 April 2007 | 12 replies
Stachybotrys Chartarum will grow readily on the unseen paper backing of drywall, ceiling tile, paper moisture barriers, wallpaper, and other paper or wood products, especially in bath and shower areas where constant moisture is present.
N/A N/A Building a Swimming Pool
14 June 2007 | 3 replies
There is moisture in the ground, there is moisture IN the concrete, and, depending on your preference, the pool itself may be left full (or nearly) over winter.
Cynthia B. Can you offer some advice on how to negotiate with this contractor ?
23 October 2014 | 17 replies
-Walls 2 coats of sheen of your choice-Trim 2 coats of Oil Base Enamel SemiGloss$1,750 labor only$2,300 material provided (Sherwin Williams) and touch up paint left for your property-Repairs:Material cost estimate $60-100(Labor Only)Plumbing repairs and tie in - $400Minor Carpentry - $100Wire bathroom switch - $50Repair broken window - $50-Floor Repair/Level/Floor Installation:Labor for subfloor, caulking cracks in foundation, laying moisture barrier, and installing underlayment and laminate$2,400Remove existing flooring and subfloor and rafters.Lay moisture barrier and seal house of leaking cracksInstall and level new rafters 2x10 pressure treated, and install 3/4" subfloor.Lay laminate underlayment and install laminate to match surround floor height.
Hannah Hammond Short Term and Vacation Rental Success
20 July 2016 | 9 replies
I recommend being clear about what you include and what you exclude, and having multiple cleaners you can call to help with turnovers, and putting all mattresses in moisture and bug-proof mattress bags.
Mark Bosworth Web Enabled Thermostats
9 September 2022 | 15 replies
I did some research and found that having the fan running constantly will pick up moisture from the condensate pan and put it back in the living space, cause high humidity. 
Martin D. Google Nest vs. regular thermostat as a Landlord ?
11 December 2022 | 17 replies
We use Ecobee just tt simplify a few things on our STR's that I am near enough to that I stop in if something is wrong, I added moisture and temp range alarms as well as occupancy alarms to the unit, it also allows me to turn heat up or down remote.  
Jake Krum Red flags to Look for when viewing a property.
11 October 2023 | 2 replies
This will let you know if there are any plumbing leaks or any clogs in the sewer lines.2nd look at the foundation very closely, look for any stress cracks and see if any moisture coming in.3rd check out the HVAC systems.
Stephen Solano What furnace brand do you use in your rental properties?
20 November 2023 | 7 replies
The higher efficiciency units are not as reliable and suffer internal rot due to the higher moisture content. 
Jay B. Anyone have experience with vinyl plank flooring?
12 September 2017 | 20 replies
The confrontation to stain and moisture makes vinyl flooring tiles a good contender as we can install these tiles in such areas as the basement, kitchen or the bathroom.
Karl Dela Cruz Help on vinyl plank or refinishing hard wood floors
26 November 2023 | 58 replies
Yes, the vinyl plank can be floated and creates a durable waterproof surface but the challenge could be creating an area that traps moisture.