Steven Kay
Installing new ductless mini split AC alongside existing central AC
For a 2 story, ~1400 sqft townhome, it rises to about 85 degrees fahrenheit on the second floor, while around 77-78 on the first floor during the summer weather. There is an existing central AC that doesn't seem to ge...
Michael Craig
Sound Proofing a Shared Wall
Hi BP,The front apartment shares one paper thin wall with the rear apartment - unfortunately this wall happens to be for the bedrooms. Previously I lived in the front apartment so I know just how thin the walls are. I...
Dan C.
Sound Proof Window Inserts for Rental
I have a rental that backs up to a busy highway. It's a third floor unit in a condominium. The road noise isn't terrible considering how close to the highway it is. There are double pane windows, which are clearly hel...
Zack Dasbur
Need Advice for Freezing Pipe Prevention
Hi Everyone! I have two (built in 2020) townhomes in the same complex. They are both end units adjacent from each other. For the past two years my pipes have froze. Once in year one of ownership for about 48 hours for...
Dana Walker
Canadian Winter building requirements
Hi, I fashion a Canadian winter! Having really wanted to move to Canada for a while now, I am wondering what some of the extra requirements are to building in northern British Columbia. What are some of the added cost...
Jerry LoCoco
1930's Single Family Renovation/Due Diligence
I'm looking at a single family home built in the 1930s that will require a significant rehab (HVAC, Plumbing, Electric, framing, drywall, new kitchen, new bathrooms etc). The listing is off the MLS and closing wil...
Michael Campione
Energy Efficiency
Hi all,
About a year ago we purchased a 2 story 2000 sq house in Garland, Tx as a rental. Got a great price but put about 25-30K in upgrades including new A/C, water heater and appliances. The house is all electric an...
Rob Campbell-Nixon
Extreme heat
I recently bought a new duplex and it came with two new central air units. Yesterday it was a 115 degree heat index and the units were having trouble keeping up, it was about 83 degrees in the apartment. Should I be c...
Heather Carbone
Siding over asbestos with Hardie plank
Can I install hardi plank siding over asbestos siding in Boston?
Eric Haskell
Deal or No Deal-14 unit apartment building
Deal or No Deal?I found an off market property, reached out to the owners and they showed interest in potentially selling it. Goal- a long term hold for the next 15-20 years. Large Cap Ex Items Doneregraded and pave...