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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: 16,447
    Kristin Steed
    04-05-2013, 05:34 AM Go to last post

  1. generator to transfer switch to sub panel

    Started by Jim Donofrio, 10-30-2012 02:30 PM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 16,747
    Rick Dwelle
    03-30-2020, 01:21 PM Go to last post

  2. Baseboard Heater, Near Outlets

    Started by james constuion, 10-04-2011 10:27 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 32,740
    Jerry Peck
    01-26-2020, 03:31 PM Go to last post

  3. 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: 4,184
    Jerry Peck
    11-27-2019, 07:20 AM Go to last post

  4. Settling or foundation issues?

    Started by Leatrice ciaravella, 10-20-2019 11:26 AM
    cracks, foundation, settling
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,874
    Gunnar Alquist
    10-23-2019, 02:14 PM Go to last post

  5. Bonding screw

    Started by Don McMan, 08-28-2019 10:33 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 13,379
    THOMAS HORNE
    10-02-2019, 01:23 PM Go to last post

  6. Foundation problems

    Started by Khanh Nguyen, 05-03-2019 08:18 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 47,178
    Don Horn
    05-08-2019, 09:26 AM Go to last post

  7. 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: 94,439
    Kenny Jardin
    04-15-2019, 03:34 AM Go to last post

  8. Cardboard ducts in slab

    Started by Bob Caraher, 02-22-2019 08:41 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 19,429
    Erby Crofutt
    03-03-2019, 07:08 PM Go to last post

  9. 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: 45,692
    Bruce Ramsey
    08-21-2018, 11:40 AM Go to last post

  10. Smile Insulating a non climate control garage

    Started by Tommy steam, 06-07-2018 12:41 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 20,850
    Tommy steam
    06-07-2018, 08:35 PM Go to last post

  11. Vinyl Floor turning RED in areas

    Started by James Abercrombie, 08-01-2011 11:13 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 20,661
    Gunnar Alquist
    05-30-2018, 12:36 PM Go to last post

  12. Egress window in bedroom closet

    Started by Brian Orme, 12-11-2011 05:45 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 69,978
    Ryan Tamm
    01-09-2018, 06:23 PM Go to last post

  13. 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: 5,824
    Welmoed Sisson
    12-16-2017, 01:26 PM Go to last post

  14. Low household hot water pressure

    Started by petekahn, 11-21-2017 03:19 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 4,673
    Pierre Coulombe
    12-01-2017, 09:38 PM Go to last post

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

    Started by Bob Wahr, 09-20-2017 11:47 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 8,634
    ROBERT YOUNG
    09-29-2017, 03:08 AM Go to last post

  16. 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: 2,762
    Jerry Peck
    09-08-2017, 01:10 PM Go to last post

  17. Question about molded floor joists

    Started by Dillon Wyatt, 09-06-2017 06:41 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,089
    Jim Robinson
    09-07-2017, 12:45 PM Go to last post

  18. Introduction...and a window issue

    Started by Matt Youmans, 08-31-2017 07:40 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,935
    Jerry Peck
    09-05-2017, 04:42 PM Go to last post

  19. Question about crack in exterior break wall.

    Started by Todd Hodge, 08-01-2017 04:33 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,895
    Todd Hodge
    08-02-2017, 03:32 PM Go to last post

  20. 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: 7,374
    david shapiro
    07-07-2017, 08:28 AM Go to last post

  21. 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: 11,380
    Jerry Peck
    05-15-2017, 04:53 PM Go to last post

  22. 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: 1,720
    Dave Kogan
    05-12-2017, 11:50 AM Go to last post

  23. 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: 4,206
    Jerry Peck
    05-07-2017, 03:56 PM Go to last post

  24. 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: 3,169
    Garry Sorrells
    05-06-2017, 11:48 AM Go to last post

  25. 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: 1,480
    Don Clendaniel
    05-04-2017, 07:55 AM Go to last post

  26. 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: 5,745
    Scott C Simpson
    04-28-2017, 10:52 AM Go to last post

  27. 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: 2,755
    CoronadoBruin
    04-22-2017, 07:39 PM Go to last post

  28. 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: 2,601
    Bob Murphy
    04-05-2017, 08:17 PM Go to last post

  29. 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: 3,633
    Trent Tarter
    03-22-2017, 08:11 PM Go to last post

  30. 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: 9,548
    Robert Mattison
    03-01-2017, 04:21 PM Go to last post

  31. 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: 5,878
    Paul Douglas
    01-21-2017, 08:18 AM Go to last post

  32. Concrete Cracks and Releveling - mudjacking vs repour

    Started by K.C. Dunn, 02-10-2013 02:38 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,639
    Bruce Ramsey
    12-22-2016, 09:08 PM Go to last post

  33. 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: 1,332
    Henry Blint
    11-24-2016, 04:48 AM Go to last post

  34. Supporting joists from below

    Started by Lynne Allison, 10-24-2016 10:11 AM
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 2,755
    Grant Medich
    11-03-2016, 02:51 PM Go to last post

  35. Ceiling mounted devices, not smoke detectors

    Started by William Merritt, 10-28-2016 12:32 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,751
    Rick Cantrell
    11-01-2016, 12:56 PM Go to last post

  36. 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: 5,703
    David Forbes
    10-21-2016, 06:38 AM Go to last post

  37. 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: 3,798
    kristin morgan
    10-06-2016, 08:39 PM Go to last post

  38. reverse polarity in 90yr. old house

    Started by john boy, 08-17-2016 11:52 PM
    house, knob, polarity, receptacles, shows
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,325
    Glenn Duxbury
    08-25-2016, 08:17 PM Go to last post

  39. 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: 2,872
    Kat Klein
    07-26-2016, 09:00 PM Go to last post

  40. Should we walk away from this stucco home?

    Started by Katherine Y, 06-25-2016 08:52 AM
    stucco problems
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,756
    Scott Patterson
    07-05-2016, 06:03 AM Go to last post

  41. Foundation Problem

    Started by Brent Styer, 06-10-2016 12:00 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,459
    Brent Styer
    06-10-2016, 12:00 PM Go to last post

  42. My floor joists are bowing

    Started by Ken AP, 06-04-2016 12:42 PM
    bowing, floor, joists 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,139
    Ken AP
    06-04-2016, 12:42 PM Go to last post

  43. Grounding rod attached to your electric meter panel

    Started by Ellen Casper, 01-29-2012 08:57 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 10,062
    Phil brody
    05-07-2016, 09:34 AM Go to last post

  44. 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: 2,192
    Frazier Jeffery
    05-06-2016, 10:18 PM Go to last post

  45. splicing two hard pipe gas lines with flex line

    Started by Brian Phelps, 04-27-2016 02:04 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,162
    Brian Phelps
    04-27-2016, 02:04 PM Go to last post

  46. Hardiplank siding caulk failure at butt joints

    Started by Toby Lebron, 07-10-2012 09:17 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 45,433
    Roberta Swischuk
    02-18-2016, 08:49 AM Go to last post

  47. calculating roof ventilation area

    Started by richard karl, 06-18-2011 09:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 7,762
    ROBERT YOUNG
    01-15-2016, 12:40 PM Go to last post

  48. Cracks in a Garage slab

    Started by Amit tank, 12-13-2015 04:10 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,158
    Frazier Jeffery
    01-04-2016, 10:37 PM Go to last post

  49. 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: 6,150
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-14-2015, 10:39 PM Go to last post

  50. 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: 3,259
    Steve Payson
    12-04-2015, 02:57 PM Go to last post

  51. 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: 9,349
    Jerry Peck
    08-26-2015, 01:39 PM Go to last post

  52. Standing Water Between the Weeps in Window Trough

    Started by Richard Gregg, 08-06-2015 02:17 PM
    windows
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,684
    BARRY ADAIR
    08-08-2015, 09:06 AM Go to last post

  53. Bellingham, WA Home Inspection

    Started by GeorgeH, 07-05-2015 10:57 AM
    advance, bellingham, home, honest, inspector
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,300
    GeorgeH
    07-05-2015, 10:57 AM Go to last post

  54. Drainage Problem

    Started by gchope2k6, 06-27-2015 07:59 AM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,051
    Dave Ruth
    07-01-2015, 09:35 AM Go to last post

  55. 2nd floor condo potential water damage

    Started by Stu Williams, 06-04-2015 04:19 PM
    damage, floor, joist, wall, water
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 4,251
    JC Warner
    06-07-2015, 10:05 AM Go to last post

  56. 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: 2,978
    Jerry Peck
    05-23-2015, 08:20 AM Go to last post

  57. substructure mold

    Started by Steve Owens, 05-02-2015 11:19 AM
    barrier, install, mold, nonporous, vapor
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 4,674
    Lon Henderson
    05-11-2015, 06:32 AM Go to last post

  58. 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: 1,520
    Bruce Ramsey
    05-10-2015, 08:58 AM Go to last post

  59. age of Old Rheem Gas Furnace

    Started by jim white, 04-29-2015 01:47 PM
    age, built, furnace, gas, rheem
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,426
    jim white
    04-29-2015, 03:05 PM Go to last post

  60. Sump pump crock and shelves

    Started by Vic Lepouce, 03-16-2015 06:58 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,419
    Vic Lepouce
    04-13-2015, 10:44 AM Go to last post

  61. Garage floor painting/ecthing

    Started by Beto cuevas, 04-07-2015 08:06 AM
    acid, concern, cracks, garage, stain
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,619
    Jim Luttrall
    04-09-2015, 05:38 PM Go to last post

  62. AC Condensate Line Blowing Cold Air Through Sink?

    Started by JTravis, 03-03-2015 02:19 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,885
    JeffGHooper
    03-10-2015, 01:04 PM Go to last post

  63. looking at a house with a flat roof... what do I need to know?

    Started by thaddeus cox, 12-09-2014 05:50 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,284
    Garry Sorrells
    02-03-2015, 07:18 AM Go to last post

  64. Weep holes filled in - should I "unfill" them?

    Started by Seth Foley, 12-17-2012 09:38 AM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 16,239
    Jerry Peck
    11-23-2014, 08:33 PM Go to last post

  65. HVAC inducer motor gone ....I think....Help....

    Started by TcDuhon, 11-14-2014 09:36 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,626
    Rick Cantrell
    11-14-2014, 02:10 PM Go to last post

  66. 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: 10,140
    james hiatt
    11-13-2014, 08:14 PM Go to last post

  67. Decking

    Started by Mike Picarello, 10-09-2014 03:43 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,657
    Mike Picarello
    10-29-2014, 04:48 AM Go to last post

  68. Can anyone identify this furnace?

    Started by Alex Austin, 10-07-2014 10:22 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 5,081
    Ken Rowe
    10-17-2014, 09:50 PM Go to last post

  69. HVAC WH in 'closet' with tightly fitting door

    Started by Stephen Sauer, 10-03-2014 12:17 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,802
    Jim Luttrall
    10-07-2014, 07:46 PM Go to last post

  70. slab-on-grade floor was sunk

    Started by Gordon Lee, 09-26-2014 04:31 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 3,046
    Mark Reinmiller
    09-28-2014, 06:02 PM Go to last post

  71. Questions on Electrician's warnings

    Started by jennifer hogan, 09-08-2014 12:28 PM
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 4,267
    Dirk Jeanis
    09-19-2014, 09:04 AM Go to last post

  72. Cracked wall

    Started by Aga Lakomy, 08-19-2014 02:52 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,774
    Rich Goeken
    08-25-2014, 01:47 PM Go to last post

  73. Light switch required

    Started by Andrew Grossman, 02-19-2012 03:59 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,705
    Don Hester
    08-04-2014, 10:07 AM Go to last post

  74. Which Contractor should I hire to find source of moisture in slab?

    Started by Darcie Wilbanks, 03-28-2014 06:30 AM
    contractor, moisture, slab
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,224
    Loren Sanders Sr.
    06-15-2014, 04:46 PM Go to last post

  75. Wind mitigation nightmare.

    Started by Theresa Morton, 08-23-2011 06:00 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 6,571
    Dom D'Agostino
    06-05-2014, 03:29 PM Go to last post

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