1. Announcement:
    InspectionNews Message Board Rules, Policies, and Disclaimers
    Brian Hannigan (Administrator)
    04-16-2007
    Views:
    1,439,970
Page 1 of 11 1234567891011 LastLast
Threads 1 to 75 of 795

Forum: Building Envelope: Home Inspection and Commercial Inspection

Exterior Siding, Cladding, Stucco, Veneer, Windows, Doors ... For Home Inspections & Commercial Inspections

  1. Is a window required in a bedroom?

    Started by MaMa Mount, 01-10-2009 10:48 AM
    • Replies: 58
    • Views: 105,850
    Thom Huggett
    04-20-2012, 08:39 AM Go to last post

  2. Exterior door, hinges on outside

    Started by Dave Hill, 06-05-2010 03:14 PM
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 73,905
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    07-05-2010, 09:22 AM Go to last post

  3. Flashing between hardi siding and brick?

    Started by Jay Reeder, 03-10-2008 07:14 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 50
    • Views: 67,932
    Craig Carter
    04-22-2013, 05:09 PM Go to last post

  4. Caulk Needed at Hardiplank joints

    Started by Scott Dana, 05-23-2007 12:31 PM
    20 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 46
    • Views: 64,089
    Matt Fellman
    01-12-2009, 11:10 PM Go to last post

  5. Drywall thickness on walls and ceiling?

    Started by Sako Beg, 12-27-2009 08:07 AM
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 57,066
    Jim Luttrall
    06-13-2010, 07:38 AM Go to last post

  6. Caulk or No Caulk

    Started by Joseph Stevens, 07-13-2010 09:45 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 48
    • Views: 54,465
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-07-2010, 04:01 AM Go to last post

  7. Little sand piles at foundation

    Started by Matt Foster, 09-15-2009 12:44 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 39
    • Views: 54,381
    Don Hester
    12-04-2011, 11:47 AM Go to last post

  8. Exterior Door Landing

    Started by dan orourke, 11-02-2007 04:03 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 37
    • Views: 54,164
    ROBERT YOUNG
    10-30-2015, 06:27 PM Go to last post

  9. Replace damaged sheating from inside?

    Started by Joe Billman, 02-13-2009 10:25 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 41
    • Views: 51,914
    Jerry Peck
    09-30-2017, 08:57 AM Go to last post

  10. T-111 siding problems

    Started by Scott Medlin, 10-20-2007 09:23 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 50,278
    Michael Greenwalt
    10-22-2007, 06:02 AM Go to last post

  11. Question OSB exposed to the weather

    Started by David D. Whitt, 02-06-2010 10:52 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 49,672
    John Carroll
    02-19-2010, 06:59 PM Go to last post

  12. Question Gap between stucco weep screed and concrete slab

    Started by Fred Waggoner, 07-19-2007 12:07 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 49
    • Views: 49,278
    Jerry Peck
    09-29-2010, 02:05 PM Go to last post

  13. There are over 12 different types of stucco/EIFS cladding

    Started by Benjamin Gromicko, 07-12-2010 07:54 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 88
    • Views: 45,223
    John Carroll
    08-16-2010, 08:06 PM Go to last post

  14. Multiple Hairline Cracks in Stucco

    Started by Pete S, 02-10-2013 01:13 PM
    17 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 45
    • Views: 44,912
    Travis Anderson
    01-29-2018, 09:41 AM Go to last post

  15. Overhead Garage Door Damaged During Testing.

    Started by Chris Skoczylas, 07-18-2012 08:16 AM
    3 Pages •
    1 2 3
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 193
    • Views: 39,450
    Garry Sorrells
    12-12-2012, 06:43 PM Go to last post

  16. residential exit

    Started by jim baird, 08-08-2018 05:42 AM
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 38,562
    Robert Sheppard
    01-06-2019, 03:54 AM Go to last post

  17. Identifying hardcoat stucco & EIFS

    Started by Scott Dana, 05-03-2007 07:43 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 48
    • Views: 37,768
    John Carroll
    01-28-2008, 04:08 PM Go to last post

  18. Brand new construction | systemic window and door issues

    Started by Marc M, 07-19-2019 10:53 PM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 37,546
    Marc M
    07-27-2019, 09:35 PM Go to last post

  19. Why leave the window flashing off?

    Started by Robert Foster, 10-17-2010 07:00 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 46
    • Views: 37,183
    Ted Menelly
    01-14-2011, 04:49 PM Go to last post

  20. Utility Pole Built House

    Started by Michael Koser, 09-01-2009 02:07 PM
    • Replies: 42
    • Views: 37,028
    Joao Vieira
    04-10-2011, 05:04 AM Go to last post

  21. Commercial Stair Codes

    Started by Bruce Breedlove, 02-03-2010 01:14 AM
    10 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 36,923
    Bruce Breedlove
    02-03-2010, 06:24 PM Go to last post

  22. Why can't an inspector ID Stucco?

    Started by Scott Patterson, 07-19-2010 02:38 PM
    3 Pages •
    1 2 3
    11 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 168
    • Views: 34,172
    Kristi Silber
    02-20-2012, 04:03 PM Go to last post

  23. Fire rated doors

    Started by Elizabeth Chambers, 04-14-2019 09:30 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 44
    • Views: 31,356
    Ronald Betschman CFDI,CML
    06-13-2019, 03:59 PM Go to last post

  24. Garage to house door...what passes?

    Started by Chris Taylor, 11-18-2008 02:45 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 31,099
    Jerry Peck
    11-18-2008, 06:56 PM Go to last post

  25. Brick Veneer Mortar Joint Width Standard

    Started by Aaron Miller, 03-06-2008 07:31 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 31,015
    Jerry Peck
    03-07-2008, 12:00 PM Go to last post

  26. Fire rated eave overhang?

    Started by John Carroll, 07-25-2007 06:28 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 30,769
    Rod Marusic
    07-09-2009, 09:55 PM Go to last post

  27. fire rated door?

    Started by Jim McClendon, 01-05-2008 08:28 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 30,765
    Scott Patterson
    01-05-2008, 02:21 PM Go to last post

  28. Wrapping window question....

    Started by TcDuhon, 03-26-2018 04:49 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 30,623
    Allen Musk
    01-07-2019, 04:55 AM Go to last post

  29. standing water in window tracks

    Started by Ron Bishop, 01-29-2008 03:33 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 30,431
    Jim Zborowski
    02-02-2008, 05:58 AM Go to last post

  30. Question What is the cause for bow in this wall?

    Started by Brian Quan, 02-08-2010 06:24 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 29,717
    Brian Quan
    02-16-2010, 09:54 PM Go to last post

  31. Hardboard and Hardiplank

    Started by Kirk Hersee, 08-10-2009 04:24 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 29,123
    Gunnar Alquist
    08-11-2009, 03:34 PM Go to last post

  32. Weep Holes

    Started by Jeff Eastman, 05-30-2007 09:07 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    • Replies: 66
    • Views: 29,106
    BARRY ADAIR
    07-17-2011, 08:42 PM Go to last post

  33. Red face Vapor barrier -yes or no

    Started by Roger Kautz, 06-16-2008 09:18 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 28,501
    Jim Luttrall
    07-23-2008, 11:57 AM Go to last post

  34. GArage door

    Started by wayne soper, 07-27-2008 11:03 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 89
    • Views: 28,027
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    05-16-2012, 09:38 PM Go to last post

  35. Overhead door reverse failure

    Started by chad webster, 05-26-2015 02:08 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    door, garage, overhead, photo-eyes, reverse 6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 95
    • Views: 27,927
    Garry Sorrells
    11-26-2015, 05:37 PM Go to last post

  36. Vapor barrier not required w/ Hardi Plank?

    Started by Eric Laney, 04-27-2007 04:42 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 27,736
    Jerry Peck
    05-01-2007, 10:55 AM Go to last post

  37. MDF Exterior Trim

    Started by Stuart Brooks, 02-03-2011 10:30 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 27,621
    Mike Schulz
    02-09-2011, 02:57 PM Go to last post

  38. Invasive Stucco Inspections - Looking for Classes/Training Courses

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 04-11-2018 07:12 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 27,296
    Mark Parlee
    11-27-2019, 09:13 PM Go to last post

  39. Moisture through slab

    Started by Jim Luttrall, 11-05-2009 05:12 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 33
    • Views: 27,206
    Stacey Van Houtan
    11-10-2009, 09:22 AM Go to last post

  40. trim applied over James Hardie lap plank siding

    Started by Jeffrey Dyell, 01-24-2015 01:33 PM
    caulk, cement siding, hardie, james, trim 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 27,101
    Jerry Peck
    01-28-2015, 09:37 AM Go to last post

  41. Cracks in Stucco - To caulk or not to caulk?

    Started by Brian Harwood, 08-15-2012 08:18 AM
    10 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 26,315
    Ken Santell
    01-22-2013, 09:37 PM Go to last post

  42. Expansion Joints in Natural Stone anchored Veneer

    Started by Llewel Walters, 06-21-2010 08:34 AM
    as in the pics above 13 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 33
    • Views: 26,068
    Michael agosta
    01-14-2016, 10:58 AM Go to last post

  43. Best Fix Recommendations for Stucco Problem?

    Started by Jason Ramey, 05-27-2010 08:47 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 26,059
    John Carroll
    09-21-2010, 09:02 PM Go to last post

  44. ASTM E2112-01 and Caulking J channel to window/door casing.

    Started by Mike Holmes, 04-23-2013 09:38 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 26,021
    Mark Reinmiller
    10-26-2016, 09:40 AM Go to last post

  45. Stuffed Weepholes

    Started by Rick Hurst, 04-03-2008 04:18 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 25,551
    Jeffrey L. Mathis
    04-07-2008, 06:32 AM Go to last post

  46. Mobile home with ribbed metal siding over sided with vinyl

    Started by mark petty, 04-10-2014 04:57 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 25,163
    Jeffrey Benge
    11-11-2014, 11:36 PM Go to last post

  47. Soil distance from masonry veneer and wood siding

    Started by JB Thompson, 02-13-2014 03:57 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 25,105
    JB Thompson
    02-17-2014, 07:50 PM Go to last post

  48. Wall flashing where siding meets a chimney

    Started by Robert Foster, 03-30-2011 05:26 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 24,995
    Robert Foster
    05-02-2011, 11:42 AM Go to last post

  49. Secure wall sheathing to sill?

    Started by Brandon Whitmore, 03-18-2008 09:06 AM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 24,196
    Brandon Whitmore
    03-19-2008, 05:06 PM Go to last post

  50. Stucco over Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) walls

    Started by Rod Stewardson, 07-17-2009 07:36 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 23,802
    Stephen Meyer
    08-16-2009, 09:47 PM Go to last post

  51. Tempered Glass at doors

    Started by Mike Schulz, 12-18-2007 04:50 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 23,550
    Jerry Peck
    01-10-2009, 07:55 PM Go to last post

  52. (rotten, infested) MDF?

    Started by Kristi Silber, 01-17-2012 06:27 PM
    3 Pages •
    1 2 3
    28 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 141
    • Views: 23,368
    Billy Stephens
    02-14-2012, 05:15 PM Go to last post

  53. Wood floor over vented crawlspace in FL

    Started by Jack Wingo, 08-23-2009 12:23 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 22,570
    Ron Bibler
    09-01-2009, 03:59 AM Go to last post

  54. Wrong window for siding?

    Started by Vern Heiler, 10-02-2008 05:20 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 45
    • Views: 22,062
    Jay Ray
    11-04-2008, 03:45 PM Go to last post

  55. Rust in stucco

    Started by mathew stouffer, 05-01-2008 08:14 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 55
    • Views: 21,969
    Rolland Pruner
    05-26-2008, 04:39 PM Go to last post

  56. Fiber Cement Board - HardiePlank - Butt End Joints

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 07-13-2010 12:49 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 21,754
    Kristi Silber
    02-13-2012, 03:50 PM Go to last post

  57. Stucco Stains

    Started by Ian Currie, 08-15-2010 04:55 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 21,566
    Michael Derrick
    08-05-2011, 05:15 AM Go to last post

  58. HardiPlank type Siding question

    Started by MaMa Mount, 01-20-2009 05:01 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 59
    • Views: 21,527
    Glen Joyner
    03-11-2009, 12:56 PM Go to last post

  59. Where is the Garage Man-Door closer rule?

    Started by Bob Sisson, 11-23-2011 12:32 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 72
    • Views: 21,367
    Don Hester
    01-17-2013, 10:41 AM Go to last post

  60. Zip System Sheathing

    Started by Dylan Whitehead, 03-05-2009 09:21 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 21,187
    Marcel Cyr
    11-23-2009, 11:59 AM Go to last post

  61. Single Wall Window Installation

    Started by Mike Drorbaugh, 04-24-2007 09:26 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 20,730
    Mike Schulz
    04-06-2009, 12:22 PM Go to last post

  62. Wood frame for Mobile Home Skirting

    Started by Luc V. L., 07-27-2010 07:00 PM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 20,698
    Joe Klampfer
    08-13-2010, 08:13 AM Go to last post

  63. will Cap and trade help inspection

    Started by Ron Bibler, 07-01-2009 08:47 AM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 86
    • Views: 20,113
    Michael Larson
    07-09-2009, 10:09 AM Go to last post

  64. ASTM E2112, Standard Practice for Installation of Exterior Windows,Doors....

    Started by Robert Foster, 11-02-2010 11:38 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 19,195
    Robert Foster
    11-02-2010, 05:06 PM Go to last post

  65. Melting window flashing?

    Started by Stefan McGuire, 09-26-2011 09:13 AM
    15 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 34
    • Views: 19,017
    Chris Weekly
    04-20-2012, 08:20 PM Go to last post

  66. Out-Swing Entry Doors

    Started by A.D. Miller, 09-16-2009 01:48 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 18,741
    A.D. Miller
    09-17-2009, 10:54 AM Go to last post

  67. Vinyl siding with no sheathing?

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 06-19-2013 06:05 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 18,570
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    06-24-2013, 08:30 AM Go to last post

  68. Low E windows

    Started by David Watson, 10-30-2017 04:52 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 18,539
    Gunnar Alquist
    10-30-2017, 04:42 PM Go to last post

  69. Home inspector responsibilities...

    Started by Sam Toast, 03-22-2009 05:28 PM
    2 Pages •
    1 2
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 90
    • Views: 18,313
    Mike Schulz
    03-29-2009, 04:38 PM Go to last post

  70. Pavers against siding

    Started by Phil English, 03-19-2009 08:08 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 18,290
    Rick Hurst
    03-20-2009, 10:37 AM Go to last post

  71. Hardi-plank/cementitious siding

    Started by John Stephenson, 07-03-2007 03:53 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 18,234
    Frank C. Carter
    09-07-2007, 10:21 PM Go to last post

  72. Brick siding expansion joints

    Started by Michael Vasquez, 12-21-2008 11:23 PM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 17,978
    Jim Luttrall
    05-13-2009, 09:25 PM Go to last post

  73. Brick Extending over Foundation beam wall

    Started by Rick Hurst, 01-04-2008 07:58 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 17,834
    Jerry Peck
    01-14-2008, 09:09 AM Go to last post

  74. Will the Brick Veneer Fall?

    Started by David Arrington, 12-04-2008 12:10 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 17,785
    mike cassara
    12-06-2009, 02:45 PM Go to last post

  75. excessive expansion joint gap?

    Started by Robert Gable, 10-22-2009 06:41 AM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 17,763
    truelies
    05-01-2022, 08:08 PM Go to last post

Thread Display Options

Use this control to limit the display of threads to those newer than the specified time frame.

Allows you to choose the data by which the thread list will be sorted.

Order threads in...

Note: when sorting by date, 'descending order' will show the newest results first.

Icon Legend

Contains unread posts
Contains unread posts
Contains no unread posts
Contains no unread posts
More than 25 replies or 10000 views
Hot thread with unread posts
More than 25 replies or 10000 views
Hot thread with no unread posts
Closed Thread
Thread is closed
Thread Contains a Message Written By You
You have posted in this thread

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

Forum Rules