Hi everyone, I have a property management question. I have a self-managed rental property in San Jose that recently turned over. After the tenants moved out, we noticed pretty extensive mold on both sides of the slidi...

Tenant noticed some mold around 1 window and the door to attic. Having a hard time deciding between a regular cleaning service and a full service mold remediation company. Seems like too much for a cleaning service an...

I have an unfinished basement that we noticed has some mild to moderate levels of moisture on some soil/dirt on the floor we just discovered. Upon checking, the gutters, downspouts and grading all look good. We did no...

My Tenant reported visible mold gray color on curtains and wood furniture in house. Florida house circa 1970, plaster walls 735 square feet 2/2 in good condition. A/C air handler in attic, no visible roof leaks or any...

Hey gang!We have another unit we are getting ready to rent, and I was wanting to update our lease agreement after doing more research. With our last unit, we did have a small pest problem. Unit was rented pest free, b...

I've read other threads on BP about mold, but as you know different regions of the country tend to experience mold in different forms and fashions. Here in the south, we have lots of crawl spaces that are very hum...

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I've recently purchased a property with a downstairs den that's half underground (there are sliding doors that lead to the backyard). There is no HVAC vent heating or cooling the space - the previous occupa...

Hi,I'm in the process of making a fairly substantial investment to fix up the basement in my home. The basement was finished about 15 years ago, but since it has deteriorated quickly with poor work done. Now, the tile...

Is anyone using SIPS(structural insulated panels) for their new construction projects? If so, would you use again? Seems like there could be substantial cost savings with labor. Also, seems like contractors are hes...

Hello all,I noticed termites in some of the doors and windows that I'm going to rent. I know that the tenants will not like this. I need some tips to prevent this. I found some tips to termite-proof home, but I'm not ...