James Dunn
Painting brick outside in freezing weather
Hi guys. Got a question I'm hoping some of you will be able to help with. I've got a remodel I'm doing that has an old brick foundation. It needs tuck-pointed and painted before I can try and sell it, but we're in ...
Alex Huang
Weather Cold Snap and Vacant Properties
With these historically cold temperatures in the eastern part of the US, I'm curious to hear if there are any additional things to look for when dealing with vacant properties (with no utilities on) regarding damage?I...
Evelyn Tilman
Pipe bursting/ what to do?
Hey everyone, we are having an extra cold few days here in Oklahoma, we have a rental,our first one. Tenant texted late last night saying the back porch where the laundry is had the pipes frozen and burst. There is n...
Svend W.
Water heater in uninsulated attic in Chicago
Hi everybodyI recently acquired an old house which has the furnace and water heater in an uninsulated attic.I intend to eventually finish the attic as an ADU--during which time time I'll move the insulation from the a...
Josh R.
Utilities have been off for over 2 years...
What problems should I be looking for in a home that has had no utilities on for over two years?
This is a brick home that was built in 1955. I know our extreme temps in TX can wreak havoc. Any advice is appreciated.
Nick Brubaker
First-time questions on winterizing
Hi everyone,I managed to get my first house rented this year (I'm a renter myself). We just hit a cold snap here in Atlanta (temperatures hovering around 25F). While there is a tenant currently living in the house, ...
Leo B.
Freezing Winters in the Midwest cities and Plumbing Concerns
In Midwest cities such as Indianapolis, Detroit, Milwaukee where there can be some really cold winters, is there a concern about the old plumbing system in the home? I've heard of old pipes bursting and causing costl...
Kerry M.
Qualifications for renters - list complete?
Hi - our apartment is nice and ready to show this weekend. I want to have a consistent list of renter requirements before we communicate directly with the three possible renters who have shown interest. The goal is...
Matthew Graves
Heat Pumps...PRO & CONS??
Can anyone give me information and/or experience with heat pumps. From what I understand they are more efficient in warmer climates and provide a cleaner air. Any feedback is appreciated! Thanks
Mike Webb
When "it" happens
Hi BP!
So I purchased a duplex in August, fixed it up and have both sides rented. Things have been going relatively well and I have been learning tons as I go through the process of inspections, screening, repairs, t...