David Robertson
Detailed Scope of Work vs "Turnkey" SOW Language
A recent forum discussion talked about how an investor's scope of work said to include "EVERYTHING" in their proposal to 'gut the property, buy materials and rehab per plan.' Long story short, the contractor did not ...
Sandhya Gorman
Insurance Inspxn: "must replace roof" Buyer inspection: Roof OK
Hi,First time investor here. I purchased an older property and the inspection I commissioned said the roof has a few missing singles and the missing shingles should be replaced. There is also a note that the in my ...
Jason Hatfield
Attic is finished but not insulated. Solutions?
Here is a question for you experienced rehabbers. I'm working on a deal for a split victorian with two bedrooms connected by a small hallway in the former attic space. The problem is they drywalled the entire area b...
Account Closed
do you hire demolition contractors?
im a gc and i hire demo contractors for everything from clean out to large demo jobs...in some cases i even do the work myself but wondering if the end users here actually hire demo contractors or just leave it to the gc
Robert P.
Energy Audit Questions
I have a tenant who is going to have an organization (like Nstar or Eversource) come in and do an energy audit. I just found out that they are looking to do spray foam insulation in the walls, which would mean a hole ...
Account Closed
Roof Leaks Repair Options - Tarp vs Tar or ??
Hi I have a roof leak on an older rental with a shingle roof. I'm considering some options for repair rather than replace the whole roof. There was a section of the ceiling in the home where we replaced the drywall be...
Brandon Turner
Good Deal with Asbestos Siding? Anyone have Experience with the Costs of Removing/Covering it?
I'm looking at property (for a potential flip) that has asbestos siding. I'm wondering, should I:
1.) Cover with Hardi and have to disclose it (would that scare buyers?)
2.) Remove it (using a certified contractor)...
Deborah R.
Repair Roof or just Wait for a Storm?
I just bought a 2016 house that has a few missing shingles. In several areas, the shingles need to be secured because they can flip up. The repair quote was over $1,200. Inspector said the roof should only last 5 ...
Account Closed
Ideas for Ugly Fireplace
Not sure what to do with this fireplace for my current rehab - any ideas would be appreciated.Best, -John
Dan Shoemaker
Jefferson, Tx
I have a lead for a property in Jefferson and I'm wondering if there are any investors with feet on the ground in the area who would like to work together on it.
Nearby areas, Tyler, Longview, Shreveport, ...