Stefan D.
Gas Disconnected - Should I install electric heaters?
I recently closed on a up/down duplex in Avalon, outside of Pittsburgh. The gas was disconnected in 2017 because the prior owner left the place vacant and didn't pay bills. I'm weighing my options, and it seems like...
Chris F.
Multifamily deal has 60's and 80's builds. Inspection tips?
I am looking at a deal that was built in phases. Some of the buildings were in 1960's and the others were in 1983 and 1985. What tips do you have that I can make sure everything is in working order? Here are some I am...
Alex McGhee
Let's talk about septic tanks, leach fields, sewer, etc!
What typically goes awry with septic systems?If a leach field goes bad. What are my options?
Joe P.
Plumbing issues - two different backflow valves failing!
One of my properties is in a combined sewer system. Whenever it has rained, and it has rained extensively here in PA/NJ, the original backflow valve installed was failing.I had my plumber who I trust install a new bac...
Latrice Epps
Leaking ceiling on Duplex on tenant side
I purchased a brand new duplex in August 2020. I live in one side and I have a tenant in the other. Water started leaking behind the walls on Monday night. 11/30/20. I called the builder that sent out a roofer who wou...
Shannon Tidwell-Porth
Email Template for tenants preparing for colder temps
Hey Guys,Does anyone have an email template that they can share, to send out to tenants going over preparing their home for colder temps. Specifically dripping faucets, wrapping outside spickets, checking smoke detect...
James Ross
Water heaters for single family rentals
Hello! My wife and I are renovating our house in order to eventually rent it out. The water heater's bed pan is rusting through and the water heater needs replacing. We live in Colorado Springs which has fairly hard w...
Galvin Mendoza
Galvanized Plumbing to copper for a 3 flat
Good morning biggerpockets,I am a new real estate investor who recently purchased my first 3 flat in Niles! It's a multifamily built in 1963 with galvanized pipes and I currently have two tenants on the 1st and 2nd fl...
Heather De lap
Water bill is very high and no visible leaks
So very long story shortened my water bill is extremely high this month. We average $35.00 a month and this month it was $151.20. The jerk landlord told us in a very nasty little note to check out water leaks which we...
Jonathan Jaffe
Gas or electric power washer to purchase for use at rentals?
Anyone have experience with power washers for use in sprucing up rehab properties? I am buying my first and looking to do some of my own general cleanup to make it look nice. I'm not sure which type to buy and proba...