Ericka L.
First time home buyer duplex ...what would you ask seller to fix?
9 May 2017 | 3 replies
All exterior outlets and outlets within six feet of a water source should be GFCI protected.The bathroom exhaust fan was loud and should be serviced or replaced soon.Alarms and DetectorsThere were no carbon monoxide detectors in the home and one should be installed within 15 feet of every bedroom.InteriorSeveral windows were quite weathered and wornThe glazing was cracking om most windowsSeveral windows had weak or failing sash supportsThe left side rear window did not close properlyThere were previous moisture stains on the right rear bedroom ceiling that were dry at time of inspection, but should be monitored for action.
Annie L.
We took on a major rehab project. Please help!
24 August 2016 | 26 replies
It would be a good idea to have an architect review the mold condition and see to what extent the damage is and where the moisture penetration is coming from.
Angel Perez
What to do after flooding? I need advice!
27 October 2022 | 4 replies
Since then, I've had the dry walls removed and left heaters/dehumidifiers running around the clock absorbing every bit of moisture.
Jonathan Sher
Another Insurance Question
24 July 2011 | 4 replies
.- REMOVE CARPET MATERIAL ON BASEMENT FLOOR AND UP STAIRS- REMOVE BASEBOARD; DOOR CASINGS AND INTERIOR DOORS- REMOVE SHEETROCK UP TO 84” HEIGHT OFF OF FLOOR- REMOVE WALL TILE AND SHEETROCK SUBSTRATE IN BATHROOM – SAVE TUB/SHOWER FAUCET & TRIMS- REMOVE BATHROOM VANITY – SAVE FAUCET- SAVE TOILET, TUB AND TUB GLASS DOOR- LEAVE HVAC AND HOT WATER HEATER IN PLACE FOR INSPECTION- LEAVE ALL ELECTRIC IN PLACE FOR INSPECTION- LEAVE FRAMING IN PLACE FOR INSPECTION- REMOVE INSULATION ON OUTSIDE WALLS- NO CEILING WORK- REMOVE STAIR TRIM THAT WAS UNDER WATER – LEAVE TREADS AND RISERS IN PLACE.3.DEHUMIDIFYING AND DRYING AFTER WATER DAMAGE REMOVALS ABOVE:- PLACE POWERFUL DEHUMIDIFIER TO REMOVE THE ADDED MOISTURE THAT REMAINS IN THE BASEMENT AIR.- PLACE INDUSTRIAL AIR MOVERS THAT MOVE A TREMENDOUS AMOUNT OF AIR TO SPEED THE DRYING PROCESS.4.SANITIZING AND ODOR REMOVAL (IF ANY) ARE NOT INCLUDED HERE AND WILLBE PART OF THE RESTORATION PROCESS.5.JOBSITE AREA WILL BE COMPLETELY CLEANED UP AND ALL DEBRIS REMOVEDOFF SITE.6.EMERGENCY BOARD UP SERVICE ON 7/23/11 TO PROTECT PROPERTY.7.SEND DIGITAL IMAGES OF COMPLETED WORK.CONTRACT PRICE BELOW REPRESENTS $3000.00 FOR THE DEMO WORK AND $200.00 FOR THE EMERGENCY BOARD UP.CONTRACT PRICE:$3,200.00PAYABLE AS FOLLOWS:$ 3,200.00- UPON SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION; TO BE WIRED ON 7/25/11
Matt Dickens
Wood Laminate or Tile for my first time
22 May 2018 | 5 replies
Easy to install, easy to repair/replace and no issues with water or moisture.
Jill Rossi
New HVAC for under $4k? Should I be worried?
12 April 2017 | 18 replies
Flushing refrigerant lines per manufacturers recommendations, pressure test and vacuum all lines to prevent leaks and moisture.
Michaela G.
Tenants not informing of problem
30 March 2014 | 12 replies
It makes sense to install an exhaust fan to keep moisture build up and mold growth out.That are literally a ton of little things you can have done that make a big impact with your property.
Shayne Fee
How to deal with Tenant wear and tear?
7 December 2016 | 32 replies
After the tenants left, I spread some new seed over the bare ground, covered it with a layer of straw to hold moisture and the lawn quickly grew back.As to training your tenant, communicating your concern is the place to start.
Janel F.
would you pay the due diligence fee?
30 September 2021 | 27 replies
So, there were issues that we noticed, like moisture underneath the house.
Luke H.
What to do with tenants after the flood!
6 September 2017 | 7 replies
But first priority is wet stuff out, dehumidifiers in and no work done until moisture levels in floors and studs are within normal to put new sheet rock and flooring in.I've had some experience in storm related work with tenants, leaks, minor flooding.