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Roof Framing, Attic Insulation, Attic Ventilation ... For Home Inspections & Commercial Inspections

  1. ?????? ? ??????? ????? - igrati-casino

    Started by Lieoneramog, 01-17-2026 02:08 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,273
    Lieoneramog
    01-17-2026, 02:08 AM Go to last post

  2. Attic insulation or landscape material?

    Started by Randall Clark, 08-22-2025 12:42 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 11,756
    Randall Clark
    08-23-2025, 06:54 AM Go to last post

  3. Mold in attic?

    Started by Ellie Pritzer, 08-17-2025 08:27 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,709
    Dom D'Agostino
    08-22-2025, 04:25 PM Go to last post

  4. Shakespeare Does Roofs - Dr. Joe

    Started by Jerry Peck, 03-27-2023 06:18 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 37,916
    Jerry Peck
    03-27-2023, 06:18 AM Go to last post

  5. Not a roofing expert...but...

    Started by Joe Reilly, 02-27-2023 09:44 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 7,742
    Joe Reilly
    03-01-2023, 10:39 AM Go to last post

  6. What type of insulation, to your eyes?

    Started by david shapiro, 12-08-2022 09:57 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 9,231
    Gunnar Alquist
    12-09-2022, 06:55 PM Go to last post

  7. What type of insulation is this ?

    Started by Sam Morris, 11-21-2022 02:27 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 5,035
    david shapiro
    11-22-2022, 01:44 PM Go to last post

  8. Top 2022 Home Improvements To Enhance An Evolving Lifestyle

    Started by Buffalo Home Inspection, 04-05-2022 10:27 PM
    buffalo, home inspection, home inspections 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 21,455
    Buffalo Home Inspection
    04-05-2022, 10:27 PM Go to last post

  9. Attic Venting WTF

    Started by Gilbert, 07-08-2021 04:29 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 9,749
    Gilbert
    07-13-2021, 12:47 PM Go to last post

  10. Fire separation wall In attic

    Started by Sam Morris, 03-02-2021 04:46 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 8,636
    Tomas Oyen
    04-12-2021, 02:05 PM Go to last post

  11. stained roof sheathin/planks

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 03-21-2021 09:01 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 5,439
    Jerry Peck
    03-21-2021, 07:06 PM Go to last post

  12. Article: Key Elements for Pre-Inspection Agreements

    Started by Jamie Daniel, 12-16-2020 02:22 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 6,932
    Jerry Peck
    01-29-2021, 07:28 AM Go to last post

  13. Home Inspection Salt Lake

    Started by Davin Strand, 01-14-2021 12:40 AM
    home, inspection, lake, salt 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 5,758
    Gunnar Alquist
    01-14-2021, 09:57 AM Go to last post

  14. Attic access ladder

    Started by Chris Weekly, 11-14-2020 07:47 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 7,269
    Jerry Peck
    11-26-2020, 12:12 PM Go to last post

  15. Inspection needed in Lumber Creek florida

    Started by Andrew Buckwell, 03-06-2020 09:54 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 8,724
    Jerry Peck
    11-06-2020, 01:07 PM Go to last post

  16. Take the Stress Out of Buying a Home with a Home Inspection

    Started by Kelly Kuchta, 07-30-2020 05:23 PM
    home inspector, home inspector milwaukee
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 9,573
    Margarita Keyys
    09-16-2020, 04:38 AM Go to last post

  17. Concrete patio crack and green discoloration in bath cabinet

    Started by Bill Henderson, 06-05-2020 06:33 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 9,035
    Elizabeth Chambers
    06-14-2020, 05:48 AM Go to last post

  18. Crack over the garage

    Started by Bill Henderson, 06-02-2020 05:50 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 5,866
    Bill Henderson
    06-08-2020, 08:11 PM Go to last post

  19. Sharing some photos

    Started by Gene South, 06-27-2019 06:58 AM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 51,314
    Jerry Peck
    03-03-2020, 11:32 AM Go to last post

  20. ATTIC DOOR ACCESS PHOTO

    Started by Gene South, 05-16-2019 07:20 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 25,924
    Scott Laird
    02-28-2020, 11:42 AM Go to last post

  21. Ridge vent NOT installed.

    Started by michael wezwick, 11-22-2019 08:14 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 10,878
    Jerry Peck
    11-23-2019, 02:58 PM Go to last post

  22. Frost in Attic...again

    Started by Matt Scicchitano, 01-06-2016 01:26 PM
    attic, frost, insulation, roof, vented 5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 17,289
    Michael Akers
    11-06-2019, 07:32 AM Go to last post

  23. Black stains in attic?

    Started by mathew stouffer, 07-10-2009 08:56 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 62,095
    Calvin Buenavides
    04-23-2019, 07:07 PM Go to last post

  24. Thumbs up Increase Inspection Income By Recommending Whole House Fans and Solar Power

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 03-03-2019 03:50 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 17,855
    Brian Hannigan
    03-03-2019, 03:50 PM Go to last post

  25. Attic access photos

    Started by Gene South, 10-27-2018 05:02 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 35,727
    Gene South
    10-28-2018, 06:35 AM Go to last post

  26. Seal it or Vent it?

    Started by Gary Burnett, 05-23-2018 03:48 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 29,991
    ROBERT YOUNG
    10-27-2018, 11:20 AM Go to last post

  27. Cause of dark wood in attic?

    Started by Tessa Sverduk, 09-04-2018 03:37 PM
    attic, mold, possible creosote 5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 24,086
    Jim Robinson
    09-21-2018, 07:05 AM Go to last post

  28. Sagging 2nd floor

    Started by sharonax3, 07-08-2018 07:49 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 26,253
    Jerry Peck
    07-09-2018, 10:10 AM Go to last post

  29. Purlin (?) bracing/alternatives

    Started by Cara Holt, 05-10-2018 06:54 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 13,673
    Jerry Peck
    05-13-2018, 06:16 AM Go to last post

  30. Insulating between the attic rafters ??

    Started by Sam Morris, 03-12-2018 04:22 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 21,491
    Fred Weck
    03-30-2018, 01:26 PM Go to last post

  31. INSURANCE FOR COMMERCIAL INSPECTION FIRM?

    Started by Carolyn Chambers, 02-16-2018 01:30 PM
    commercial inspections
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 9,380
    Stephanie Jaynes
    03-30-2018, 01:18 PM Go to last post

  32. High moisture in Attic — is it reverse stack effect?

    Started by Scott C Simpson, 02-23-2018 03:52 PM
    attic, moisture, stack effect, ventilation
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 12,667
    John Kogel
    02-24-2018, 09:32 AM Go to last post

  33. Insulation Type ??

    Started by Sam Morris, 02-19-2018 04:19 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 10,022
    John Kogel
    02-20-2018, 08:16 AM Go to last post

  34. Chicago - Attic Access

    Started by Mike Lamb, 02-17-2018 07:20 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 8,901
    Mike Lamb
    02-17-2018, 07:20 AM Go to last post

  35. No main disconnect in the service entrance panel - (not a split panel)

    Started by Wesley McDonald, 02-12-2018 10:38 AM
    no main before sub-panel
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 11,175
    Gunnar Alquist
    02-12-2018, 04:56 PM Go to last post

  36. Hawaii house with exterior black substance only at rafter venting bays

    Started by Frazier Jeffery, 07-09-2017 06:17 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 23,843
    ATInspections
    12-30-2017, 09:45 PM Go to last post

  37. Angry Wiring HVAC Thermostats

    Started by Jennifer Case, 08-20-2017 06:43 AM
    bad, hvac, improper, repair 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 17,161
    John Maverick
    09-20-2017, 04:58 AM Go to last post

  38. Loose fill polystyrene/styrofoam as attic insulation

    Started by Alton Darty, 09-07-2017 03:02 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 15,082
    ROBERT YOUNG
    09-08-2017, 07:21 AM Go to last post

  39. New with Chimney Fireblocking

    Started by Aaron Scheuerer, 08-23-2017 05:50 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 7,674
    Aaron Scheuerer
    08-23-2017, 05:50 PM Go to last post

  40. Flammable paper vapor barrier on the insulation should not be exposed question

    Started by Charles Harrison, 08-10-2017 08:06 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 19,574
    ROBERT YOUNG
    08-12-2017, 07:24 PM Go to last post

  41. Hawaii house?

    Started by Frazier Jeffery, 07-10-2017 12:24 PM
    asked, hawaii, house, inspection, observed
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 9,111
    Frazier Jeffery
    07-10-2017, 12:24 PM Go to last post

  42. New Construction framing

    Started by Gene South, 05-31-2017 05:14 PM
    codes, construction, depends, framing, guess 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 18,986
    Jerry Peck
    07-06-2017, 07:02 PM Go to last post

  43. Question Self closing door

    Started by Robert Gaspy, 02-10-2017 11:07 PM
    closing, door, elderly, hurt, person
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 29,054
    John Westfall
    06-02-2017, 09:28 AM Go to last post

  44. A/C Condenser Unit in Attic?

    Started by Ben Flink, 05-23-2017 10:28 AM
    a/c, appreciated, attic, condenser, owner 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 12,685
    Ben Flink
    05-23-2017, 02:24 PM Go to last post

  45. Straw breaks camels back.

    Started by Garry Sorrells, 04-16-2017 07:24 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 17,204
    CoronadoBruin
    04-22-2017, 08:08 PM Go to last post

  46. What type of insulation is this? 1930's house

    Started by Randall Clark, 02-19-2013 06:02 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 21,053
    Robert Blochinger
    03-04-2017, 04:11 AM Go to last post

  47. White powder on insulation in attic

    Started by Bob Hayes, 02-19-2017 06:42 PM
    attic333613336233363, insulation, light, powder, white 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 11,996
    ROBERT YOUNG
    02-22-2017, 02:45 PM Go to last post

  48. Trying to identify asbestos in a hurry!!

    Started by Aaron Scheuerer, 01-31-2017 08:49 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 11,980
    Jim Hintz
    02-04-2017, 09:59 PM Go to last post

  49. Garage attic hatch question

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 06-22-2016 03:56 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 49
    • Views: 28,936
    Len Inkster
    01-30-2017, 09:35 AM Go to last post

  50. Tamper resistent electrical outlets

    Started by Robert Gaspy, 12-27-2016 08:07 PM
    electrical, gfci, outlets, resistant, tamper 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 12,674
    Gunnar Alquist
    12-31-2016, 01:33 PM Go to last post

  51. Moved: First Post

    Started by Nathan Paling, 12-12-2016 05:32 PM
    •  
    •  

  52. Anyone know what this is ?

    Started by Aaron Scheuerer, 12-09-2016 06:45 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 9,382
    Aaron Scheuerer
    12-10-2016, 12:13 PM Go to last post

  53. plumbing pipe in stem wall

    Started by Randy West, 12-07-2016 07:55 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 9,315
    BARRY ADAIR
    12-07-2016, 02:27 PM Go to last post

  54. heater in shower

    Started by Randy West, 11-01-2016 06:26 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 9,116
    Jim Robinson
    11-01-2016, 04:29 PM Go to last post

  55. Black spots in attic

    Started by Ataul Munim, 10-13-2016 08:45 AM
    attic, black, original, sheath, spots 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 10,460
    Ataul Munim
    10-17-2016, 08:42 AM Go to last post

  56. Ridge vent AND powered attic fan?

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 09-26-2013 05:37 PM
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 28,230
    Bob Kenney
    10-10-2016, 07:18 AM Go to last post

  57. Fireblocking and Combustion Air requirements

    Started by JB Thompson, 07-28-2016 03:43 PM
    air, attic, combustion air, fireblocking, requirements
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 15,427
    Jerry Peck
    09-02-2016, 03:20 PM Go to last post

  58. Spray foam question

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 07-05-2016 07:48 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 9,948
    Frank Bombardiere
    07-06-2016, 05:46 AM Go to last post

  59. Zonolite Attic Insulation Trust

    Started by John Arnold, 06-30-2016 10:50 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 11,953
    Nick Ostrowski
    07-05-2016, 05:07 AM Go to last post

  60. Ridge vent in a mobile home

    Started by ren ramsey, 06-03-2016 06:58 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 18,955
    Scott Patterson
    06-04-2016, 06:46 PM Go to last post

  61. Rood Rafters are turning black in my attic in a odd way.

    Started by Emily Saliba, 04-30-2016 02:32 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 18,858
    Emily Saliba
    05-06-2016, 06:42 PM Go to last post

  62. Roof Ventilators and Florida Hurricane Standards

    Started by Rich Goeken, 04-20-2016 10:12 AM
    attic fans, florida, hurricane, hurricane code, roof
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 10,551
    Jerry Peck
    04-20-2016, 03:34 PM Go to last post

  63. what is the white stuff on deck boards

    Started by Peter Louis, 04-14-2016 10:40 AM
    ago, boards, deck, stuff, white 5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 13,796
    ROBERT YOUNG
    04-16-2016, 01:20 PM Go to last post

  64. Take a look at these attic photos

    Started by Gene South, 03-01-2016 03:54 AM
    attic, beams, i-beams, rafters, side 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 14,517
    ROBERT YOUNG
    03-02-2016, 07:53 PM Go to last post

  65. White Lightweigt Powdery Insulation?

    Started by Eric Delio, 01-31-2016 07:58 AM
    attic, eaves, side, stuff, upper 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 13,183
    Kevin O'Hornett
    02-04-2016, 07:46 PM Go to last post

  66. Taking out a wall....

    Started by Gary Burnett, 01-31-2016 05:46 PM
    beam, bottom, chords, cut, hang 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 8,401
    ROBERT YOUNG
    02-01-2016, 09:37 AM Go to last post

  67. High attic humidity

    Started by Tino Volpe, 01-31-2013 07:09 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 44
    • Views: 42,857
    Matt Scicchitano
    01-07-2016, 07:53 AM Go to last post

  68. Chimney built this way of shifted?

    Started by Anthony Palmeri Sr, 12-08-2015 01:58 PM
    angle, attic, built, chimney, home 12 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 18,196
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-20-2015, 09:39 AM Go to last post

  69. New Construction garage roof trusses

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 10-19-2015 10:57 AM
    garage, heavy, joint, truss, trusses 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 14,957
    Jerry Peck
    12-08-2015, 08:36 AM Go to last post

  70. CSST bonded to black iron pipe

    Started by Don Hawley, 12-07-2015 07:29 PM
    black, bonded, csst, iron, system
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 11,359
    Jerry Peck
    12-08-2015, 08:31 AM Go to last post

  71. 220 outlet

    Started by Daniel Braggs, 11-20-2015 10:25 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 8,444
    Mark Reinmiller
    11-26-2015, 08:24 PM Go to last post

  72. Downdraft

    Started by Gary Cramer, 10-22-2015 03:55 AM
    condensing, downdraft, hvac, relation, unit
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 8,033
    Chris Weekly
    11-26-2015, 02:25 PM Go to last post

  73. No access to garage attic

    Started by Gene South, 12-27-2012 08:41 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 16,376
    ROBERT YOUNG
    11-20-2015, 10:02 PM Go to last post

  74. Any thoughts on this attic access??

    Started by Adam Dyer, 04-20-2015 05:28 PM
    access, attic, thoughts 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 18,989
    Jerry Peck
    11-07-2015, 05:23 PM Go to last post

  75. Is outdoor air vent required?

    Started by Ken Amelin, 07-01-2015 11:22 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 12,544
    Francis Vineyard
    10-22-2015, 10:58 AM Go to last post
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