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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: 25,027
    Kristin Steed
    04-05-2013, 05:34 AM Go to last post

  1. Mold (or something else?) in Maine Crawlspace

    Started by Cooper Bramble, 12-11-2022 07:55 AM
    crawlspace, mold, rot 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,622
    Jerry Peck
    12-12-2022, 04:22 PM Go to last post

  2. Question Home Insurance Inspector

    Started by Alex Smith, 05-19-2022 09:12 PM
    foundation expert help, old house expert 8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,732
    david shapiro
    12-06-2022, 07:31 PM Go to last post

  3. Home Foundation

    Started by This and that, 07-28-2022 11:14 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,517
    Ken Amelin
    08-01-2022, 04:20 AM Go to last post

  4. Moisture Readings Found Around Windows

    Started by Kristie Brown, 03-17-2022 01:53 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,138
    ROBERT YOUNG
    03-24-2022, 12:43 AM Go to last post

  5. Moisture Issues

    Started by Gary Sullenger, 07-31-2021 10:21 AM
    moisture, mold 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,448
    Jerry Peck
    07-31-2021, 10:46 AM Go to last post

  6. basement egress

    Started by Carol j Bleyer, 07-09-2021 06:50 AM
    basement, egress
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,569
    Jerry Peck
    07-09-2021, 08:43 AM Go to last post

  7. egress window question

    Started by Carol j Bleyer, 07-07-2021 12:05 PM
    egress
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 932
    Jerry Peck
    07-08-2021, 07:56 AM Go to last post

  8. Fire Barrier for Attached garage in older home

    Started by Nancy Chapman, 04-25-2021 09:28 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,763
    Jerry Peck
    04-26-2021, 05:05 AM Go to last post

  9. Garage slab crack concern

    Started by Ryan want, 11-30-2020 11:29 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,256
    Dom D'Agostino
    03-28-2021, 02:44 PM Go to last post

  10. Sharkbite Fitting for PolyB transitions

    Started by Egbert Jager, 02-06-2021 05:48 PM
    polyb, polybutylene
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,475
    Egbert Jager
    02-06-2021, 05:48 PM Go to last post

  11. What is the proper why to add an outlet to island side panel?

    Started by Emerson Brito, 01-04-2021 09:41 PM
    code, compliant, island, kitchen, outlet 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,485
    Emerson Brito
    01-04-2021, 09:41 PM Go to last post

  12. Rebar and cable exposed in garage floor - New house

    Started by Madhu K, 12-15-2020 10:32 PM
    cable, foundation, rebar ties 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,305
    Madhu K
    12-15-2020, 10:32 PM Go to last post

  13. Brand new home and unbearable smell

    Started by Jackie Hayes, 08-29-2020 05:10 PM
    duct, hvac, new home, plumbing, smell
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,684
    Trent Tarter
    09-07-2020, 09:33 PM Go to last post

  14. Efflorescence, mold, insects or something else?

    Started by Robert DeLeskie, 08-12-2020 10:56 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,143
    Robert DeLeskie
    08-12-2020, 10:56 AM Go to last post

  15. SUMP PUMP - pumping piping hot water

    Started by linda burns, 08-01-2020 09:38 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,513
    Jerry Peck
    08-02-2020, 05:48 AM Go to last post

  16. Back caulking nail flange on window installation

    Started by Brent M, 06-25-2020 11:18 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 4,811
    Brent M
    06-25-2020, 11:18 AM Go to last post

  17. generator to transfer switch to sub panel

    Started by Jim Donofrio, 10-30-2012 02:30 PM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 22,628
    Rick Dwelle
    03-30-2020, 01:21 PM Go to last post

  18. Baseboard Heater, Near Outlets

    Started by james constuion, 10-04-2011 10:27 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 39,328
    Jerry Peck
    01-26-2020, 03:31 PM Go to last post

  19. Re-piping from gas shut-off valve to dryer - please critique

    Started by Bill Putney, 10-30-2019 08:32 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 7,233
    Jerry Peck
    11-27-2019, 07:20 AM Go to last post

  20. Settling or foundation issues?

    Started by Leatrice ciaravella, 10-20-2019 11:26 AM
    cracks, foundation, settling
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,781
    Gunnar Alquist
    10-23-2019, 02:14 PM Go to last post

  21. Bonding screw

    Started by Don McMan, 08-28-2019 10:33 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 16,389
    THOMAS HORNE
    10-02-2019, 01:23 PM Go to last post

  22. Foundation problems

    Started by Khanh Nguyen, 05-03-2019 08:18 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 50,370
    Don Horn
    05-08-2019, 09:26 AM Go to last post

  23. 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: 116,936
    Kenny Jardin
    04-15-2019, 03:34 AM Go to last post

  24. Cardboard ducts in slab

    Started by Bob Caraher, 02-22-2019 08:41 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 22,509
    Erby Crofutt
    03-03-2019, 07:08 PM Go to last post

  25. Should I buy a house with horizontal crack in basement

    Started by Wenjuan Bi, 01-23-2013 07:38 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 50,665
    Bruce Ramsey
    08-21-2018, 11:40 AM Go to last post

  26. Smile Insulating a non climate control garage

    Started by Tommy steam, 06-07-2018 12:41 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 25,020
    Tommy steam
    06-07-2018, 08:35 PM Go to last post

  27. Vinyl Floor turning RED in areas

    Started by James Abercrombie, 08-01-2011 11:13 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 27,834
    Gunnar Alquist
    05-30-2018, 12:36 PM Go to last post

  28. Egress window in bedroom closet

    Started by Brian Orme, 12-11-2011 05:45 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 78,478
    Ryan Tamm
    01-09-2018, 06:23 PM Go to last post

  29. Can I run romex through an air return joist cavity?

    Started by Matt Busche, 12-15-2017 09:01 PM
    hvac electrical
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 8,066
    Welmoed Sisson
    12-16-2017, 01:26 PM Go to last post

  30. Low household hot water pressure

    Started by petekahn, 11-21-2017 03:19 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 7,675
    Pierre Coulombe
    12-01-2017, 09:38 PM Go to last post

  31. Can I Put An Opening Wall In My Living Room?

    Started by Bob Wahr, 09-20-2017 11:47 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 12,104
    ROBERT YOUNG
    09-29-2017, 03:08 AM Go to last post

  32. Did not follow the proper steps to get a permit, what to do next?

    Started by LouisKlaoy, 09-08-2017 10:23 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,198
    Jerry Peck
    09-08-2017, 01:10 PM Go to last post

  33. Question about molded floor joists

    Started by Dillon Wyatt, 09-06-2017 06:41 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,782
    Jim Robinson
    09-07-2017, 12:45 PM Go to last post

  34. Introduction...and a window issue

    Started by Matt Youmans, 08-31-2017 07:40 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,830
    Jerry Peck
    09-05-2017, 04:42 PM Go to last post

  35. Question about crack in exterior break wall.

    Started by Todd Hodge, 08-01-2017 04:33 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,753
    Todd Hodge
    08-02-2017, 03:32 PM Go to last post

  36. Question regarding new service panel off of flush mounted main panel

    Started by Scott Wilkes, 06-23-2017 10:16 AM
    install, main, mounted, panel, service
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 9,342
    david shapiro
    07-07-2017, 08:28 AM Go to last post

  37. 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: 19,821
    Jerry Peck
    05-15-2017, 04:53 PM Go to last post

  38. 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: 5,269
    Dave Kogan
    05-12-2017, 11:50 AM Go to last post

  39. 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: 9,642
    Jerry Peck
    05-07-2017, 03:56 PM Go to last post

  40. 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: 6,780
    Garry Sorrells
    05-06-2017, 11:48 AM Go to last post

  41. Question The difference between staining and mold on plywood

    Started by Scott C Simpson, 04-26-2017 03:59 PM
    attic, dark, mold, spots, thoughts 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,232
    Don Clendaniel
    05-04-2017, 07:55 AM Go to last post

  42. Question Mold or something else?

    Started by Scott C Simpson, 04-10-2017 10:25 AM
    #mold #insidewall, inside, mold, stud, video 17 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 8,957
    Scott C Simpson
    04-28-2017, 10:52 AM Go to last post

  43. Patio roof/pergola - Can you let me know what else I can do to fix this?

    Started by Matthew Wie, 04-03-2017 03:31 PM
    2x6s, patio, pergola, posts, roof 7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,576
    CoronadoBruin
    04-22-2017, 07:39 PM Go to last post

  44. 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: 5,566
    Bob Murphy
    04-05-2017, 08:17 PM Go to last post

  45. Broken sump injection pump causing an incredibly strong sewage gas smell from garage?

    Started by Megan D, 03-03-2017 06:02 PM
    injection pump, septic, sewage gas smell, sewer gas, sump pump 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 6,642
    Trent Tarter
    03-22-2017, 08:11 PM Go to last post

  46. Checking the house fuel oil tank whistle by blowing air in the Fill Pipe

    Started by Robert Mattison, 02-27-2017 02:28 PM
    house, oil, pipe, sold, whistle
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 15,152
    Robert Mattison
    03-01-2017, 04:21 PM Go to last post

  47. 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: 11,597
    Paul Douglas
    01-21-2017, 08:18 AM Go to last post

  48. Concrete Cracks and Releveling - mudjacking vs repour

    Started by K.C. Dunn, 02-10-2013 02:38 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 8,727
    Bruce Ramsey
    12-22-2016, 09:08 PM Go to last post

  49. Is an air intake gap above the fascia board allowed under current code

    Started by Henry Blint, 11-24-2016 04:48 AM
    intake, roof 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 3,503
    Henry Blint
    11-24-2016, 04:48 AM Go to last post

  50. Supporting joists from below

    Started by Lynne Allison, 10-24-2016 10:11 AM
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 6,075
    Grant Medich
    11-03-2016, 02:51 PM Go to last post

  51. Ceiling mounted devices, not smoke detectors

    Started by William Merritt, 10-28-2016 12:32 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,161
    Rick Cantrell
    11-01-2016, 12:56 PM Go to last post

  52. Rerouting Dryer vent from roof to outside wall

    Started by Rick Matthews, 10-13-2016 08:36 AM
    dryer, garage, roof, vent, wall 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 11,516
    David Forbes
    10-21-2016, 06:38 AM Go to last post

  53. Condo,HVAC not isolated from other unit(s)/This can't be legal, can it

    Started by kristin morgan, 08-26-2016 11:10 PM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 7,656
    kristin morgan
    10-06-2016, 08:39 PM Go to last post

  54. reverse polarity in 90yr. old house

    Started by john boy, 08-17-2016 11:52 PM
    house, knob, polarity, receptacles, shows
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 5,427
    Glenn Duxbury
    08-25-2016, 08:17 PM Go to last post

  55. Need Help Identifying Ceiling Tiles

    Started by Kat Klein, 07-25-2016 08:54 AM
    ceiling, house, painting, thick, tiles 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 5,772
    Kat Klein
    07-26-2016, 09:00 PM Go to last post

  56. Should we walk away from this stucco home?

    Started by Katherine Y, 06-25-2016 08:52 AM
    stucco problems
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 8,088
    Scott Patterson
    07-05-2016, 06:03 AM Go to last post

  57. Foundation Problem

    Started by Brent Styer, 06-10-2016 12:00 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 3,689
    Brent Styer
    06-10-2016, 12:00 PM Go to last post

  58. My floor joists are bowing

    Started by Ken AP, 06-04-2016 12:42 PM
    bowing, floor, joists 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,884
    Ken AP
    06-04-2016, 12:42 PM Go to last post

  59. Grounding rod attached to your electric meter panel

    Started by Ellen Casper, 01-29-2012 08:57 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 13,920
    Phil brody
    05-07-2016, 09:34 AM Go to last post

  60. can you splice two hard pipe gas lines using a flex line?

    Started by Brian Phelps, 04-27-2016 02:45 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 5,393
    Frazier Jeffery
    05-06-2016, 10:18 PM Go to last post

  61. splicing two hard pipe gas lines with flex line

    Started by Brian Phelps, 04-27-2016 02:04 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 3,258
    Brian Phelps
    04-27-2016, 02:04 PM Go to last post

  62. Hardiplank siding caulk failure at butt joints

    Started by Toby Lebron, 07-10-2012 09:17 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 51,744
    Roberta Swischuk
    02-18-2016, 08:49 AM Go to last post

  63. calculating roof ventilation area

    Started by richard karl, 06-18-2011 09:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 11,347
    ROBERT YOUNG
    01-15-2016, 12:40 PM Go to last post

  64. Cracks in a Garage slab

    Started by Amit tank, 12-13-2015 04:10 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,133
    Frazier Jeffery
    01-04-2016, 10:37 PM Go to last post

  65. 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: 14,021
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-14-2015, 10:39 PM Go to last post

  66. 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: 5,773
    Steve Payson
    12-04-2015, 02:57 PM Go to last post

  67. 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: 13,909
    Jerry Peck
    08-26-2015, 01:39 PM Go to last post

  68. Standing Water Between the Weeps in Window Trough

    Started by Richard Gregg, 08-06-2015 02:17 PM
    windows
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 5,250
    BARRY ADAIR
    08-08-2015, 09:06 AM Go to last post

  69. Bellingham, WA Home Inspection

    Started by GeorgeH, 07-05-2015 10:57 AM
    advance, bellingham, home, honest, inspector
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 4,357
    GeorgeH
    07-05-2015, 10:57 AM Go to last post

  70. Drainage Problem

    Started by gchope2k6, 06-27-2015 07:59 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 5,636
    Dave Ruth
    07-01-2015, 09:35 AM Go to last post

  71. 2nd floor condo potential water damage

    Started by Stu Williams, 06-04-2015 04:19 PM
    damage, floor, joist, wall, water
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 7,794
    JC Warner
    06-07-2015, 10:05 AM Go to last post

  72. Gable Lean and Vaulting

    Started by Chuck Engberg, 05-08-2015 07:52 AM
    2x4s, ceiling, gable, vaulting, wall 7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 4,980
    Jerry Peck
    05-23-2015, 08:20 AM Go to last post

  73. substructure mold

    Started by Steve Owens, 05-02-2015 11:19 AM
    barrier, install, mold, nonporous, vapor
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 8,291
    Lon Henderson
    05-11-2015, 06:32 AM Go to last post

  74. Question Cracks in Bricks- need help to find an inspector in my area

    Started by Joe Sapyta, 05-09-2015 12:11 PM
    area, brick, brick cracks, house, inches
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,229
    Bruce Ramsey
    05-10-2015, 08:58 AM Go to last post

  75. age of Old Rheem Gas Furnace

    Started by jim white, 04-29-2015 01:47 PM
    age, built, furnace, gas, rheem
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 5,158
    jim white
    04-29-2015, 03:05 PM Go to last post

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