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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: 27,253
    Kristin Steed
    04-05-2013, 05:34 AM Go to last post

  1. "Architectural" Roof Truss?

    Started by Dan McDonald, 06-10-2011 07:02 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 8,500
    Bruce Ramsey
    06-11-2011, 01:11 PM Go to last post

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

    Started by Gary Jones, 04-18-2012 06:58 AM
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 15,875
    Gary Jones
    04-23-2012, 05:49 AM Go to last post

  3. 'Sticker' boards too close to ground

    Started by riley pittman, 03-16-2012 09:02 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,821
    riley pittman
    03-16-2012, 09:02 PM Go to last post

  4. (another) vapor barrier in bathroom question

    Started by Wesley M, 10-21-2012 08:54 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,605
    Robert Ernst
    10-22-2012, 08:59 PM Go to last post

  5. 100 or 200 amp pannel??

    Started by adamski, 04-17-2011 05:51 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,045
    adamski
    04-17-2011, 07:33 PM Go to last post

  6. 11 easy tips to help home buyers through the buying process

    Started by Dave Kogan, 05-12-2017 11:50 AM
    ashi, credit union, fha, home buying, home inspection
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 6,497
    Dave Kogan
    05-12-2017, 11:50 AM Go to last post

  7. 120V 30 Amp outlet converted to 220V

    Started by Eric Faber, 09-23-2011 07:49 AM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 7,793
    Eric Faber
    09-23-2011, 09:43 AM Go to last post

  8. 1900 cottage with NO foundation - a risk??

    Started by c flaherty, 06-14-2011 05:44 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 23,706
    James Duffin
    06-15-2011, 02:02 PM Go to last post

  9. 1930 Townhouse Brick Damage

    Started by Jared Engeset, 07-18-2012 05:53 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,340
    Mark Fisher
    07-23-2012, 02:54 PM Go to last post

  10. 1960's main electrical box with circuit breaker and fuses

    Started by Dwight Doane, 10-17-2012 02:57 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 12,817
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    09-01-2013, 10:40 PM Go to last post

  11. 1995 Construction - Builder complaints ignored

    Started by Elle wells, 02-23-2011 06:58 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 6,761
    John Carroll
    03-04-2011, 01:47 PM Go to last post

  12. 220 Electrical run in dead space between shower and tub (with plumbing/soil stack)

    Started by D Boyle, 02-21-2011 12:04 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,823
    D Boyle
    02-21-2011, 12:04 AM Go to last post

  13. 2nd floor condo potential water damage

    Started by Stu Williams, 06-04-2015 04:19 PM
    damage, floor, joist, wall, water
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 8,573
    JC Warner
    06-07-2015, 10:05 AM Go to last post

  14. Smile 2nd floor condo, concrete subfloor. measuring for flat and repair cracks

    Started by noelle miranda, 07-24-2011 09:36 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 17,088
    Egbert Jager
    07-25-2011, 05:59 PM Go to last post

  15. 4" exhaust pipe

    Started by gennadiy edelshteyn, 07-20-2010 02:23 PM
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 4,608
    Bob Harper
    07-20-2010, 06:26 PM Go to last post

  16. 40 year old house settling too much?

    Started by Laura Daftari, 10-19-2012 07:47 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 14,371
    Gunnar Alquist
    10-21-2012, 10:55 AM Go to last post

  17. 4x7 Kitchen Island, questions regarding code in Phoenix AZ

    Started by Larry Morris, 12-27-2012 12:51 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 9,103
    Larry Morris
    12-30-2012, 10:41 AM Go to last post

  18. A fire inspector look at my rented home after a fire .

    Started by Joseph L. Swigart, 04-23-2012 09:47 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,167
    Rick Bunzel
    04-24-2012, 08:28 AM Go to last post

  19. a/c unit mounting ?

    Started by Michael Gilleran, 07-25-2011 06:02 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,413
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    07-26-2011, 09:14 AM Go to last post

  20. AC Code Questions

    Started by Dabney Eiland, 07-15-2011 06:51 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,674
    Darrel Hood
    07-19-2011, 05:34 AM Go to last post

  21. AC Condensate Line Blowing Cold Air Through Sink?

    Started by JTravis, 03-03-2015 02:19 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 7,575
    JeffGHooper
    03-10-2015, 01:04 PM Go to last post

  22. AC ducts run on the exterior of new home

    Started by Fishman, 02-16-2013 07:06 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,990
    Billy Stephens
    02-17-2013, 04:14 PM Go to last post

  23. Exclamation AC is not cooling

    Started by Michael Civisca, 06-21-2011 07:01 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,576
    Bob Spermo
    06-28-2011, 06:10 AM Go to last post

  24. AC or MC usage

    Started by Matt Miller, 08-24-2012 05:09 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 6,567
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    08-24-2012, 05:56 PM Go to last post

  25. AC Outlet

    Started by R Carter, 07-17-2012 05:04 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,108
    Corn Walker
    07-18-2012, 09:21 PM Go to last post

  26. AC/Heat vent necessary in bathroom?

    Started by J Dougherty, 08-18-2011 06:30 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 39,969
    Bruce Ramsey
    08-23-2011, 06:27 AM Go to last post

  27. Adding a landing: code requirements?

    Started by Ken McManamy, 02-21-2012 07:44 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,743
    Ken McManamy
    02-21-2012, 10:00 AM Go to last post

  28. adding dormer to attic

    Started by Jenny Zervakis, 03-23-2012 07:27 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,733
    Jenny Zervakis
    03-23-2012, 10:35 AM Go to last post

  29. age of Old Rheem Gas Furnace

    Started by jim white, 04-29-2015 01:47 PM
    age, built, furnace, gas, rheem
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 5,829
    jim white
    04-29-2015, 03:05 PM Go to last post

  30. Air Gap for dishwasher required?

    Started by Lisa Brown, 03-13-2011 02:12 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 9,268
    Rick Cantrell
    03-14-2011, 05:11 AM Go to last post

  31. Aluminum Armor & Romex Question.

    Started by Don Stanley, 05-09-2011 05:39 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,223
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    05-09-2011, 06:27 PM Go to last post

  32. an typical inspection form template please...

    Started by TheCarpEnters, 01-27-2012 03:18 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,581
    Jack Feldmann
    01-27-2012, 08:14 AM Go to last post

  33. Another "step crack" question

    Started by Sam Alex, 03-10-2012 02:20 PM
    12 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 8,180
    Ken Rowe
    03-14-2012, 10:09 PM Go to last post

  34. Arrow any quality issues with stucco and stone being doen in winter (Toronto)?

    Started by Gerry Wang, 10-29-2012 06:38 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 10,757
    Gerry Wang
    11-09-2012, 10:49 PM Go to last post

  35. Any regulation regarding the minimum clearance of a range hood vent to the neighbor?

    Started by Philip Chu, 12-23-2011 12:06 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 7,469
    Garry Sorrells
    12-27-2011, 09:08 AM Go to last post

  36. Appearance of exhaust fumes

    Started by Walter Bruno, 09-18-2011 08:20 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,863
    Jeff Zehnder
    09-20-2011, 05:25 AM Go to last post

  37. Appraisal Report Area Calcs Wrong

    Started by M Newman, 12-20-2011 09:30 AM
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 8,296
    Kristi Silber
    12-27-2011, 05:20 PM Go to last post

  38. Appropriate IR Camera for my Situation

    Started by Josef Hajek, 01-10-2011 03:24 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,708
    Josef Hajek
    01-10-2011, 03:24 PM Go to last post

  39. Architectural Shingle Valley

    Started by Brenda Lauriha, 06-14-2011 09:00 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 6,204
    Michael Thomas
    06-15-2011, 05:51 AM Go to last post

  40. Question Are 2 sheds allowable on one property?

    Started by Annette Waymer, 07-10-2012 09:44 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 9,942
    Corn Walker
    07-11-2012, 01:05 PM Go to last post

  41. Are Joist Splice Plates An Acceptable Fix In Fl

    Started by Quickhand McFlash, 06-20-2011 03:31 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 5,433
    Ray Norton
    06-21-2011, 09:23 AM Go to last post

  42. Are these shims legit?

    Started by Dan McDonald, 05-12-2011 04:30 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,798
    Dan McDonald
    05-12-2011, 04:30 PM Go to last post

  43. Atlanta area good inspector

    Started by Jim Niel, 11-30-2012 06:07 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,376
    John Ghent
    11-30-2012, 02:48 PM Go to last post

  44. Attaching a Header to Posts when adding a floor

    Started by AndrewSet, 11-22-2015 10:48 AM
    floor, header, joists, posts, wall 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 6,386
    Steve Payson
    12-04-2015, 02:57 PM Go to last post

  45. Attic / crawl space ventilation in extreme fire hazard area

    Started by Alex K, 04-03-2011 10:49 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 6,602
    Gunnar Alquist
    04-05-2011, 11:29 AM Go to last post

  46. Attic access in attached garage

    Started by Stephen J. Ferrari, 07-12-2011 11:34 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,828
    Jim Robinson
    07-12-2011, 01:40 PM Go to last post

  47. Attic Build Out Chicago Secondary Egress

    Started by Brenda Green, 10-31-2012 01:04 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,717
    Brenda Green
    11-01-2012, 08:44 PM Go to last post

  48. Attic clearance

    Started by Lora Hinch, 08-03-2012 12:57 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 5,365
    Mark Fisher
    08-05-2012, 08:16 AM Go to last post

  49. Attic Insulation Identification

    Started by Nick Krasin, 12-14-2011 11:30 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 6,155
    Zane Remenda
    12-15-2011, 08:46 PM Go to last post

  50. Attic Insulation vs. Termite Inspection Accessibility

    Started by Rob Radtke, 05-21-2011 10:36 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,147
    Dom D'Agostino
    05-21-2011, 04:38 PM Go to last post

  51. attic spots- mold or stain?

    Started by Heather Smith, 07-18-2012 07:45 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,779
    Ron Bibler
    07-28-2012, 07:21 PM Go to last post

  52. Attic Storage

    Started by Sheila Covert, 01-02-2012 09:54 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,284
    BridgeMan
    01-02-2012, 09:23 PM Go to last post

  53. Attic Ventilation

    Started by Jennifer Peterson, 07-12-2011 12:34 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,579
    Bob Spermo
    07-13-2011, 12:45 PM Go to last post

  54. Back caulking nail flange on window installation

    Started by Brent M, 06-25-2020 11:18 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 5,180
    Brent M
    06-25-2020, 11:18 AM Go to last post

  55. Baseboard Heater, Near Outlets

    Started by james constuion, 10-04-2011 10:27 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 40,812
    Jerry Peck
    01-26-2020, 03:31 PM Go to last post

  56. basement egress

    Started by don wagner, 09-23-2012 06:30 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,318
    Jerry Peck
    09-23-2012, 11:08 AM Go to last post

  57. basement egress

    Started by Carol j Bleyer, 07-09-2021 06:50 AM
    basement, egress
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,835
    Jerry Peck
    07-09-2021, 08:43 AM Go to last post

  58. Basement in Foreclosed house

    Started by Laura Insera, 03-08-2012 09:39 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,891
    Markus Keller
    03-09-2012, 05:30 AM Go to last post

  59. Basement romex.

    Started by Kevin McKinley, 12-12-2011 08:43 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,159
    Corn Walker
    12-15-2011, 05:31 AM Go to last post

  60. Basement Subpanel Grounding Question

    Started by chris deanes, 12-23-2012 03:58 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,481
    chris deanes
    12-23-2012, 07:42 PM Go to last post

  61. Bath fan venting and Dryer venting

    Started by Daniel Jordan, 04-15-2013 01:02 PM
    bath fan, dryer, vent 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 21,945
    Frazier Jeffery
    04-25-2013, 10:00 PM Go to last post

  62. bathroom and range hood vent duct penetration?

    Started by Will Schaefer, 01-03-2011 04:18 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 6,359
    Bob Elliott
    01-03-2011, 07:04 PM Go to last post

  63. Bathroom Drain Vent

    Started by Jim Shannonhouse, 04-02-2012 06:27 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,761
    Vern Heiler
    04-03-2012, 04:42 AM Go to last post

  64. Bathroom Entry Door - Min Opening

    Started by Vin Ross, 08-22-2012 02:53 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 4,602
    Jerry Peck
    08-24-2012, 08:32 AM Go to last post

  65. Bathroom fan ducting question

    Started by Chris Hoover, 08-06-2012 11:20 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 7,608
    Chris Hoover
    08-10-2012, 10:57 AM Go to last post

  66. Bathroom floor joist cut

    Started by nick ni, 09-22-2011 10:21 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 5,732
    Jerry Peck
    09-24-2011, 02:37 PM Go to last post

  67. Bathroom spackling and ventilation

    Started by Martha Deutsch, 10-01-2012 07:07 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 4,997
    John Kogel
    10-04-2012, 10:49 AM Go to last post

  68. Question bathroom venting alternatives

    Started by C. L. Vaia, 10-18-2011 07:04 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 12,463
    Jerry Peck
    10-19-2011, 05:34 PM Go to last post

  69. Bats are back in the attic

    Started by InfoGuy, 10-26-2011 06:37 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,214
    InfoGuy
    11-01-2011, 08:14 PM Go to last post

  70. bees/wasps eating through ceiling

    Started by carl lukens, 08-26-2012 11:14 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 35,839
    John Kogel
    08-27-2012, 03:45 PM Go to last post

  71. Bellingham, WA Home Inspection

    Started by GeorgeH, 07-05-2015 10:57 AM
    advance, bellingham, home, honest, inspector
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 4,937
    GeorgeH
    07-05-2015, 10:57 AM Go to last post

  72. Bizzarre roof construction found during inspection

    Started by Trevor Hunter, 03-29-2011 11:37 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 7,745
    Trevor Hunter
    04-02-2011, 07:14 PM Go to last post

  73. Question block basement foundation has floor and wall crackdown

    Started by lee smith, 11-14-2011 10:32 PM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 5,179
    lee smith
    11-17-2011, 08:00 AM Go to last post

  74. block foundation leak

    Started by James Herrick, 12-07-2012 08:52 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,916
    Jack Feldmann
    12-09-2012, 02:34 PM Go to last post

  75. BLOCK HOUSES WITH BIG LOTS OF CRACKS

    Started by george mcnulty, 04-03-2012 09:36 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,904
    george mcnulty
    04-03-2012, 09:36 AM Go to last post

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