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  1. Thumbs up Sticky Thread Sticky: Post Questions From Home Owners, Buyers or DIYers In This Section

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 01-03-2011 11:37 AM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 27,206
    Kristin Steed
    04-05-2013, 05:34 AM Go to last post

  1. Selling our home: inspection is sunday

    Started by Ryan Vega, 11-10-2010 12:45 PM
    2 Pages •
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    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 103
    • Views: 22,181
    Vern Heiler
    11-19-2010, 08:51 AM Go to last post

  2. My family is a sweaty mess and someone somewhere is too blame..right?

    Started by Christopher Smith, 07-11-2011 01:14 PM
    • Replies: 63
    • Views: 11,103
    Garry Sorrells
    07-30-2011, 08:47 AM Go to last post

  3. Help, please. My whole house is humming and I don't know what to do

    Started by Sophie Willis, 01-27-2012 12:53 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 58
    • Views: 121,352
    Kenny Jardin
    04-15-2019, 03:34 AM Go to last post

  4. Sister I-Joist Installation

    Started by Dan McDonald, 06-07-2011 09:40 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 47
    • Views: 19,296
    Dan McDonald
    06-20-2011, 08:54 AM Go to last post

  5. Question city of Chicago - basement rental unit

    Started by C Dixon, 01-23-2011 10:02 AM
    • Replies: 45
    • Views: 30,393
    Ceci Horodyski
    10-11-2011, 08:04 AM Go to last post

  6. Requirements for masonry chimney attic fire block

    Started by Lee Richards, 12-07-2015 09:59 PM
    attic, chimney, chimney attic fire block, fire, gap 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 45
    • Views: 15,885
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-14-2015, 10:39 PM Go to last post

  7. What is wrong with this brick wall?

    Started by Foundation, 04-30-2012 07:47 PM
    18 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 44
    • Views: 12,031
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    05-07-2012, 10:21 AM Go to last post

  8. external vent on 85% efficiency furnace

    Started by ME Stanton, 10-16-2010 11:11 AM
    • Replies: 40
    • Views: 14,626
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    10-23-2010, 07:43 AM Go to last post

  9. Angry snow in attic

    Started by Charlotte Harrison, 02-08-2011 11:01 AM
    15 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 40
    • Views: 14,779
    Rocky Illinois
    04-11-2012, 03:57 PM Go to last post

  10. Dual Water Heaters

    Started by Kenneth Wantzloeben, 12-09-2013 11:21 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 38
    • Views: 8,485
    Frank Norman
    12-28-2013, 12:21 AM Go to last post

  11. Exclamation Home with bedrooms on same floor as oil burner?

    Started by John Tracey, 07-21-2012 07:16 PM
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 12,873
    John Tracey
    07-31-2012, 12:03 PM Go to last post

  12. Inspector problems and no E and O insurance

    Started by Jennifer Lee, 10-15-2012 09:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 8,283
    Billy Stephens
    10-25-2012, 04:19 PM Go to last post

  13. How bad is a Stucco home?

    Started by Sam Alex, 03-30-2012 05:44 PM
    12 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 34
    • Views: 22,383
    Kristi Silber
    04-06-2012, 05:50 PM Go to last post

  14. ENTIRE CEILING COLLAPSED!

    Started by Chrissy Mosley, 08-12-2011 10:13 AM
    • Replies: 34
    • Views: 26,451
    Jerry Peck
    08-18-2011, 09:13 PM Go to last post

  15. Inspector said this roof is shot, what do you think??

    Started by Scott Dunavant, 01-13-2013 07:26 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 34
    • Views: 10,444
    John Cain
    01-18-2013, 08:19 AM Go to last post

  16. Hello, new here. I have a question.

    Started by clark Fluegel, 01-15-2012 03:46 PM
    • Replies: 33
    • Views: 7,214
    Hank Spinnler
    01-19-2012, 10:08 AM Go to last post

  17. cracked basement stair stringer

    Started by pete kahn, 02-26-2012 09:40 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 33
    • Views: 16,116
    Jerry Peck
    02-27-2012, 08:15 PM Go to last post

  18. Another "step crack" question

    Started by Sam Alex, 03-10-2012 02:20 PM
    12 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 8,162
    Ken Rowe
    03-14-2012, 10:09 PM Go to last post

  19. Stucco Stain

    Started by Pari Bhatta, 09-10-2012 12:30 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 7,450
    Aaron Miller
    09-13-2012, 03:04 AM Go to last post

  20. Insulating Brick Veneer Homes (with 2"x4" wood framing)

    Started by Harry Turner, 01-02-2011 12:12 PM
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 18,340
    Robert Hronek
    01-24-2011, 11:44 PM Go to last post

  21. Does the code allow this subpanel connection?

    Started by David Latzko, 08-24-2011 05:35 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 8,892
    David Latzko
    09-16-2011, 04:00 AM Go to last post

  22. cantelievered deck question

    Started by Mike Judson, 05-12-2012 02:18 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 11,275
    Garry Sorrells
    05-28-2012, 03:13 AM Go to last post

  23. Cracks in a 52 year old basement

    Started by Sam Alex, 06-14-2012 07:34 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 31
    • Views: 10,545
    Jerry Peck
    06-23-2012, 06:26 PM Go to last post

  24. weep holes

    Started by Rebecca Anderson, 01-11-2010 02:55 PM
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 24,468
    ken mcneill
    12-14-2011, 04:16 PM Go to last post

  25. standing water in vented crawlspace

    Started by John Dickerson, 12-07-2011 08:01 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 7,794
    Jerry Peck
    12-10-2011, 01:36 PM Go to last post

  26. Need Help Determing Age of Water Heater

    Started by Don Stevenson, 10-28-2011 11:02 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 16,539
    Don Stevenson
    11-08-2011, 12:59 AM Go to last post

  27. Unlicensed Home Inspection

    Started by Kevin Hance, 06-26-2012 04:46 PM
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 7,870
    Raymond Wand
    07-04-2012, 04:10 AM Go to last post

  28. Mr. HandyMan strikes again

    Started by John Arnold, 01-07-2011 02:59 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 16,811
    Michael Thomas
    01-20-2011, 07:25 AM Go to last post

  29. What would you do

    Started by Tom Christensen, 01-19-2012 12:12 AM
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 7,976
    Garry Sorrells
    03-03-2012, 10:11 AM Go to last post

  30. Appraisal Report Area Calcs Wrong

    Started by M Newman, 12-20-2011 09:30 AM
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 8,283
    Kristi Silber
    12-27-2011, 05:20 PM Go to last post

  31. Room Addition Problem - Wall 5" Off due to I-beam mis-located

    Started by John Richards, 12-23-2012 06:56 AM
    17 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 6,189
    John Richards
    12-28-2012, 12:28 PM Go to last post

  32. liberty sbs self-adhering roofing system

    Started by Joisko, 05-10-2017 08:01 PM
    felt, liberty, roof, sbs, self-adhering 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 22,622
    Jerry Peck
    05-15-2017, 04:53 PM Go to last post

  33. Help

    Started by Natasha Harris, 08-26-2011 02:59 AM
    9 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 6,828
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    08-28-2011, 08:10 AM Go to last post

  34. Roof Vent Question

    Started by Ryan Star, 03-14-2012 07:19 PM
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 9,833
    Darryl Grimaldi
    03-24-2012, 11:36 PM Go to last post

  35. "designer" power strips for mounting on counter tops

    Started by Gary Jones, 04-18-2012 06:58 AM
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 15,868
    Gary Jones
    04-23-2012, 05:49 AM Go to last post

  36. Crack on drywall or beam?

    Started by Joe Yee, 09-13-2011 05:00 AM
    15 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 27
    • Views: 13,939
    Joe Yee
    09-29-2011, 11:40 AM Go to last post

  37. Intertherm gas furnace won't start.

    Started by Ceci Horodyski, 10-03-2011 01:22 PM
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 17,228
    Ceci Horodyski
    10-05-2011, 08:34 AM Go to last post

  38. Kitchen remodel 1920s house - insulation

    Started by Jed Freeman, 07-26-2012 08:59 PM
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 8,184
    Darrel Hood
    08-05-2012, 04:27 AM Go to last post

  39. What is growing down from my basement ceiling?

    Started by Robert Strain, 12-02-2012 07:51 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 8,022
    Jerry Peck
    12-09-2012, 02:15 PM Go to last post

  40. Flame Roll-Out

    Started by Stan Williams, 01-22-2013 08:36 PM
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 23,904
    Stan Williams
    02-01-2013, 05:15 AM Go to last post

  41. New HVAC Ductwork

    Started by Phil Marlino, 12-27-2012 11:27 PM
    • Replies: 25
    • Views: 7,428
    Ted Thompson
    02-14-2013, 04:28 PM Go to last post

  42. Egress window in bedroom closet

    Started by Brian Orme, 12-11-2011 05:45 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 80,569
    Ryan Tamm
    01-09-2018, 06:23 PM Go to last post

  43. Could this explode?

    Started by Jack Gardner, 07-02-2012 03:52 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 5,402
    Jack Gardner
    07-05-2012, 11:08 AM Go to last post

  44. diagonal drywall crack beside window, turn out to be covering an even older crack.

    Started by Ian Yang, 01-02-2017 11:22 PM
    crack, cracks, drywall, small, window
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 13,291
    Paul Douglas
    01-21-2017, 08:18 AM Go to last post

  45. Exclamation Urgent Help Needed for Garage Side Entrance Door Access Problem

    Started by Julia Tang, 07-10-2011 08:29 PM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 8,472
    Julia Tang
    08-01-2011, 09:59 PM Go to last post

  46. Would inspectors care about "defects" that are not subjectable to tests?

    Started by Miamicuse, 02-04-2012 09:46 AM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 6,485
    Garry Sorrells
    02-05-2012, 08:56 AM Go to last post

  47. FHA Appraiser Wants HUD Inspection

    Started by Barb Piatt, 11-01-2012 09:43 PM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 7,583
    Barb Piatt
    01-31-2013, 11:59 AM Go to last post

  48. Unreasonable inspector - temporary guards

    Started by Robby DeNicola, 02-05-2013 06:49 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 10,548
    Jim Robinson
    02-08-2013, 09:44 PM Go to last post

  49. New home hairline foundation leak

    Started by Andrew James, 04-09-2013 10:31 AM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 15,854
    John Kogel
    05-27-2013, 07:07 AM Go to last post

  50. Sheathing thickness - measure twice, cut once

    Started by jdbs32, 05-02-2017 11:54 AM
    felt, sheathing, shingles, size, t&g 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 7,758
    Garry Sorrells
    05-06-2017, 11:48 AM Go to last post

  51. calculating roof ventilation area

    Started by richard karl, 06-18-2011 09:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 12,113
    ROBERT YOUNG
    01-15-2016, 12:40 PM Go to last post

  52. Need help with wall to roof leak

    Started by dan carroll, 01-22-2011 02:40 PM
    14 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 9,337
    Vern Heiler
    01-25-2011, 05:08 PM Go to last post

  53. mold question

    Started by Debra Sabet, 09-18-2010 09:24 AM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 6,523
    Joe Borkowski
    09-28-2010, 11:13 AM Go to last post

  54. Crack on bricks above garage door

    Started by John Petersons, 08-24-2011 09:06 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 21,157
    Jerry Peck
    08-31-2011, 04:52 PM Go to last post

  55. foreclosure home inspection

    Started by John Mauzer, 01-28-2012 07:29 AM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 7,385
    John Kogel
    02-08-2012, 08:05 PM Go to last post

  56. water heater T&P drainage line

    Started by betterhome, 03-03-2012 11:22 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 11,184
    Jim Warters
    03-05-2012, 12:21 PM Go to last post

  57. Rafter separation - should we walk?

    Started by Marie Stout, 01-09-2013 12:54 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 13,493
    Galen L. Beasley
    01-15-2013, 06:49 AM Go to last post

  58. Windowless Apartment

    Started by Ron Cannon, 07-04-2012 03:14 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 6,824
    Jerry Peck
    07-07-2012, 11:47 AM Go to last post

  59. Tub Filler Requirements

    Started by leon g, 07-31-2012 04:03 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 8,476
    Darrel Hood
    08-05-2012, 03:58 AM Go to last post

  60. Hardiplank siding caulk failure at butt joints

    Started by Toby Lebron, 07-10-2012 09:17 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 53,410
    Roberta Swischuk
    02-18-2016, 08:49 AM Go to last post

  61. What is the reasoning behind this

    Started by Jarrod McGill, 12-03-2012 04:38 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 5,314
    Ken Rowe
    12-10-2012, 10:14 AM Go to last post

  62. Questions on Electrician's warnings

    Started by jennifer hogan, 09-08-2014 12:28 PM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 8,049
    Dirk Jeanis
    09-19-2014, 09:04 AM Go to last post

  63. Inspector did not note significant crack in brick veneer. What to do?

    Started by JCreel, 08-10-2015 03:27 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 15,388
    Jerry Peck
    08-26-2015, 01:39 PM Go to last post

  64. Low household hot water pressure

    Started by petekahn, 11-21-2017 03:19 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 8,310
    Pierre Coulombe
    12-01-2017, 09:38 PM Go to last post

  65. Replacement Shed, told to move it!?

    Started by Russ Thompson, 02-22-2011 08:24 PM
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 53,025
    Garry Sorrells
    03-03-2011, 04:38 AM Go to last post

  66. Shim between Girder and Floor Truss okay?

    Started by Dan McDonald, 05-11-2011 10:03 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 19,792
    Nick Ostrowski
    06-16-2011, 05:42 AM Go to last post

  67. How would you support this roof and ceiling?

    Started by Goldie Flagler, 09-28-2011 09:23 AM
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 6,937
    Darren Miller
    10-09-2011, 03:33 AM Go to last post

  68. Missed Plumbing Leak in Old Home

    Started by a alclyp, 10-12-2011 01:53 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 7,329
    Michael Thomas
    10-17-2011, 06:01 PM Go to last post

  69. Buying a house built in 1850

    Started by Sam Alex, 04-11-2012 07:32 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 21,898
    Sam Alex
    04-14-2012, 02:40 PM Go to last post

  70. Electrical

    Started by Ross Boyes, 06-18-2012 05:19 AM
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 5,239
    BARRY ADAIR
    06-21-2012, 07:37 AM Go to last post

  71. Concerns about horizontal crack/line spanning width of wall

    Started by Bill Wong, 10-04-2012 10:34 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 9,101
    Bill Wong
    10-05-2012, 04:36 PM Go to last post

  72. Is this Patio Cover built correctly? Rafters Tied to fascia Boards -

    Started by Patrick Moehringer, 08-30-2012 10:07 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 16,581
    james hiatt
    11-13-2014, 08:14 PM Go to last post

  73. Chimney Minimum Height - Fireplace Gas insert

    Started by joe Laflaque, 05-17-2013 06:48 PM
    chimney, chimney code requirement, gas fireplace, gas insert, height for chimney 5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 22,967
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    05-25-2013, 08:06 AM Go to last post

  74. Exclamation Mortgage Co wants to send unlicensed Inspector for insurance progress ? Illegal ?

    Started by confusedgirl, 03-27-2017 06:06 PM
    home, inspector, mortgage, pnc, work
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 6,315
    Bob Murphy
    04-05-2017, 08:17 PM Go to last post

  75. Screen in porch floor - to keep 2 layers orr not

    Started by jdbs32, 05-04-2017 06:25 PM
    5/8, deck, floor, porch, threshold
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 11,149
    Jerry Peck
    05-07-2017, 03:56 PM Go to last post

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