Kyle D Birch
Chicago 2 Flat BRRRR diary
27 July 2019 | 2 replies
Replace all outlets & switchesInstall vapor barrier in crawl Space The cost of the job is as follows;-New 2 ton compressor/new coil & supplies $1100- Central air install $600- Sub panel supplies & install $500- All supplies & utilities $15,000- Labor $6,000- Appraisal $500- inspection $400- Lawyer $500- Lawyer fee for zoning correction pendingWhen we began the rehab we noticed the previous owner created a doorway between the apartments and originally the was a brick wall between the two units.
John Berekoff
Increase ROI with Solar Power?
1 April 2019 | 5 replies
That way you're not on the hook if they decided to grow "herbal products" for example - they would pay the utility.
Joseph Harr
Crack in slab advice request
10 April 2019 | 4 replies
Cracks like those are normal and so long as the slab is not significantly heaving or sinking, I wouldn't worry about it either.However, does the flooring product require a vapor barrier between the concrete and flooring?
Pierce Fonville
TX: Living for free by converting the garage for me :)
14 April 2019 | 8 replies
You'll need a vapor barrier and insulation on the garage floor and stem walls.
Daniel Ditto
Still trying to understand my 5/20 year balloon loan
16 September 2019 | 4 replies
There is a risk of that bank not wanting to refinance after 5 years, either because they need to reduce their loan amounts, the market vaporized (with your equity), or current interest rates make it un-affordable for you.
Nathan Grubb
Blue Board Drywall for the Whole Kitchen?
24 September 2019 | 22 replies
I actually believe, but don't quote me, that cement board is code in my area for the whole shower.Since it's the kitchen, we're really looking at vapor contact via humidity in the air.
Benjamin Fishler
Average price for ADU/small Foundations
24 September 2019 | 1 reply
For reference, we're talking a 24.5' x 24.5' slab 4" thick on grade w/ #3 at 18" on-center rebar with 15"W x 12"D footers, 2" sand over 10mil vapor barrier over 2" sand.If anyone knows someone who is reasonable in cost/licensed (and bonus if they can do the rough plumbing design underneath the foundation), please let me know!
Abdul Azeez
Urgent Help Needed - Kindly assist
18 June 2019 | 49 replies
(I also have it on the inside of the framing for a vapor barrier.)On the flooring, some people use the plastic padding, but I've been in too many musty basements.
Brian Ellis
Chances of being Asbestos Vinyl Tile?
17 June 2019 | 25 replies
Put a 6 mil vapor barrier over top, seal the edges, add a silencer pad, and put a nice bamboo floor over top.
Dominic Franco
My first investment property - VA Duplex House Hack
12 June 2019 | 1 reply
This deal was pretty much turnkey other than needing a new vapor barrier (estimate for $500) which I plan on doing myself.