Tyler Green
Un-grounded Outlets burning out laptop?
I am a few months in to my first buy and hold property. I purchased an older four unit building that needs work and I am prioritizing work and upgrading when I can. The outlets are not grounded and I was aware of this...
Rick Dow
Remodeling a "National Home" 50's era house
Hello everyone....A little background before i get to my main question. I am a new member to BP and am excited to be closing on my first deal in the next few weeks. The house I chose is a 50's era, pre-fab manufactu...
James McHugh
Home Inspection - HVAC
I got a home inspection on a new home I was purchasing. The home inspection did note that the AC unit was beyond its normal life and would probably need to be replaced within a few years. However, after purchasing ...
Kevin Kramer
Solar panels on investment properties
Curious to see if any investors have solar panels on their rentals, or flips? And do you feel like it’s been worth it?
John Mano
Need Electrician to Upgrade Service
Hello,I have a duplex in Castor Gardens that already has 2 meters /2 panels but 100 amp service. Would like to upgrade to 200 amps and relocate the panel into each apartment. I will be re-doing all the interior wiri...
Kristen Watts
Dryer voltage requirements
I recently purchased a SFH that has a washer hookup but no dryer hookup. The homeowner was using a clothes line to dry her garments. Does a dryer always need a 220 outlet? Even the units that are all-in-one? Appreciat...
Rafael Ramon
Who has used a good Cost Segregation Company?
Hey everyone. Who here has used a good Cost Segregation Company for single family homes and Duplexes? If you have, how much does it cost to get one done for a property of that size? Thanks in advance and hopefully we ...
Sai T.
Suggestion for covering/access Water meter and shutoff
Hello Everyone I’m doing remodeling of my basement and I do not like to put a access panel but thinking to put door or sliding door. Any suggestions will greatly appreciated. Thank you
Melissa N.
Federal Pacific Panels
Hello BP family,We close today on our first 12-unit! Woohoo. Now the bad part - the seller was supposed to replace all Federal Pacific Panels but left a few off her list (sigh). I've included a picture of the panel bo...
Jennifer M.
Window units in rental
For those that have properties with window units, do they have heat as well? The AC-only units are vastly less expensive, but I suppose that invites tenants to use space heaters in the winter which might be unsafe. ...