Colin McVeigh
Advice on exterior cracks in brick wall
Hi all - I am close to submitting an offer on a SFR. Upon viewing the property some cracks to the exterior walls were evident. How does this look to people? I know that I will need to bring in a structural engineer...
Justin J.
Demolish and replace an exterior retaining wall
Hello BP,Does anyone have any experience demolishing and rebuilding landscape retaining walls? I have a wall that needs to be taken down and rebuilt (or graded) and I'm wondering what my options are in terms of puttin...
Florent Breton
Unit Rehab/Electrician/Exterior works - Hamilton, OH
Hi BPersI'm looking for referrals as I am to acquire a multi-family property in Hamilton, OH. Would anyone recommend professionals who can help me run the following jobs?a. Unit renovation: It's a 12 unit and I want t...
Matthew Masoud
ROI on exterior sign for apartment building
So I have a fairly small 10 unit apartment building in a B class area. I was trying to think of ways to spruce up the buildings exterior and was considering an exterior sign.Most affordable quote, I could find was $10...
Toben B.
One coats or two when repainting exterior?
Hello,I just got a quote from a painter and he quoted one coat of paint, caulking and the minor wood repairs I need on the outside of my quadplex. Do I need one coat or two on the exterior?
Devan R.
Home Exterior Color Not As We Expected
My wife and I have signed a contract for a new construction home in Florida. The land was bought by the construction company and we chose our lot and house model. (There are 18 homes going up in the enclave) The pi...
Mike Knowles
What are these stains on brick exterior?
I'm rehabbing a property and there are a lot of stains/deposits on the brick exterior. I'm not sure what they are, what caused them, or if they are able to be removed. They are all over the exterior. Any thoughts?
Matthew Hitchcock
Exterior paint for newly acquired brick building.
Closing date set for our first apartment building. Trying to plan ahead and think painting will make the building pop, create curb appeal, and a desire to live. Has anyone had any experience with this process? Rough c...
Andrew S.
6 unit apartment exterior improvements/ value add
Last year I purchased a 6 unit apartment - quadplex & 2 smaller single family houses. I've been wanting to find the balance of improvements to retain residents & attract future quality interest.
Things I ...
Jake Mackenzie
Faux Stone Exterior Trim Pros & Cons
Good Morning,Does anybody have any do's or dont's when replacing a home's exterior trim with faux stone? How well does it hold up to cold, ease of installation, common issues with contractors, etc. Planning to replace...