Jody Sperling
Insulating A Flat Roof
31 August 2021 | 9 replies
Now, I don't know how to insulate the roof to avoid condensation and moisture issues.
Pranav Bhatia
Outdoor Stairs that will last -30 degrees
31 August 2021 | 5 replies
Some of the failure mechanisms are rusted connection hardware, crack treads, spalling from freeze-thaw cycle, and decay from moisture.
Tolun Ozarslan
Can seller terminate contract due to environmental defects in IL?
17 September 2021 | 10 replies
If you are waiving, you need to determine the source of the water moisture causing the mold and the extent of the mold. sometimes, mold can grow in non-visible areas and can be worse than visual assessment.
Joe S.
Where are you buying nice countertops from
26 September 2021 | 2 replies
It's all particleboard but what they use tends to be thicker than Lowe's, reinforced better at the edges and the countertops have a better laminate round-over wrap to keep the moisture off the particleboard on the edges.
Adrienne Medina
Bowed Sagging Floors
26 September 2021 | 8 replies
The most common reason here in elderly homes is an uneven loss of moisture content in the joists.
Farah A.
Offer on House w/ “Repaired” Moisture Damage
26 September 2021 | 0 replies
I got a hold of the Seller’s disclosure and learned that the property had some stucco repairs done: On 6/25/2021, the Stucco Company did a Moisture Inspection Summary that reported back high levels of moisture in the walls, aged sealants, sealant separation, missing flashings, It was highly revommended that “a follow up inspection be done within 12-24 months after all repairs are compelted to ensure that the moisture levels remain within an acceptable level.
Greg Todrank
First Flip — Offer Just Accepted
28 September 2021 | 23 replies
Personally, at first glance, I would not take on this project because the exterior, alone, looks like a nightmare of work and cash output and I can't see the condition of the eves, other wood trim, roof nor whether there is a basement that has moisture or water from the melting snow and maybe the basement alone needs serious work and cash to make the house is a condition where someone will purchase it from you.
Jessica Young
VA Loan, No Taxes, Duplex in Houston
30 September 2021 | 3 replies
There are high levels of moisture near all windows and both back doors (maxed out the inspector's meter).3.
Phillip Lopez
Assistance Please- Moisture around large window.
1 October 2021 | 0 replies
Recently purchased a SFR but now I'm seeing some moisture issues around some windows.
Taylor Smith
Buying older buildings
1 October 2021 | 2 replies
If there is a dirt floor in the basement, be aware that the excess moisture can rot out the floor from the underside and can be more prone to pest infestation from burrowing.