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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 10:37 AM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 11,246
    Kristin Steed
    04-05-2013, 05:34 AM Go to last post

  1. basement egress

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

  2. Is this siding above the window installed correctly?1

    Started by Cathy France, 09-18-2012 05:04 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 2,998
    Richard Skalski
    09-21-2012, 06:45 PM Go to last post

  3. ledger board

    Started by Jose Quinones, 09-04-2012 03:49 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,092
    BridgeMan
    09-21-2012, 11:21 AM Go to last post

  4. Equipment Access in Crawl

    Started by Tim Dykema, 09-20-2012 09:41 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 933
    Tim Dykema
    09-20-2012, 03:26 PM Go to last post

  5. Fireplace key shut off location

    Started by sarah castaner, 09-18-2012 02:57 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,878
    BARRY ADAIR
    09-19-2012, 05:31 AM Go to last post

  6. Multimple terminations at Chimney

    Started by Eric Roberts In San Jose, 09-17-2012 10:12 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 985
    Eric Roberts In San Jose
    09-17-2012, 03:43 PM Go to last post

  7. Crisscrossed electric in Duplex

    Started by Deborah Good, 09-14-2012 06:20 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 1,604
    Jerry Peck
    09-16-2012, 11:13 AM Go to last post

  8. Ridge Vent installation on a hip roof

    Started by Dee Davis, 09-03-2012 06:31 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 7,622
    Jack Henderson
    09-13-2012, 06:16 AM Go to last post

  9. Stucco Stain

    Started by Pari Bhatta, 09-10-2012 12:30 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 2,502
    Aaron Miller
    09-13-2012, 03:04 AM Go to last post

  10. Nails for Roof Sheathing

    Started by Rich Beaudry, 09-09-2012 06:04 AM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 12,429
    Rich Beaudry
    09-12-2012, 06:29 AM Go to last post

  11. Oil Tank/Line Issue (longish -- sorry!)

    Started by John Tracey, 09-11-2012 11:32 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,080
    Jerry Peck
    09-11-2012, 01:32 PM Go to last post

  12. oven with exhaust under the flooring

    Started by karen trout, 09-08-2012 06:32 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,199
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    09-08-2012, 09:27 AM Go to last post

  13. Different way to mount ledger board

    Started by Chad Easterling, 09-07-2012 05:52 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,243
    Chad Easterling
    09-07-2012, 05:52 PM Go to last post

  14. Dryer venting

    Started by Joan Schubert, 09-05-2012 02:57 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,616
    Joan Schubert
    09-07-2012, 05:42 AM Go to last post

  15. Crazy code requirements: New coil and Furnance

    Started by tabitha hughes, 07-25-2012 01:52 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,339
    Jerry Peck
    09-06-2012, 09:02 PM Go to last post

  16. Angry Outdoor fireplace cracking within a week it was built

    Started by Patrick Moehringer, 09-05-2012 06:36 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 6,373
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    09-06-2012, 08:36 AM Go to last post

  17. pex insulation

    Started by robert smith, 08-31-2012 10:05 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 2,671
    Jerry Peck
    09-01-2012, 06:52 PM Go to last post

  18. Crack in Brick Exterior Wall - 1950's Duplex

    Started by Josh G, 08-25-2012 07:26 PM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 5,554
    BridgeMan
    08-30-2012, 04:35 PM Go to last post

  19. Need help understanding inspector notes on panel/meter ground

    Started by James Newell, 08-21-2012 12:34 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,196
    John Kogel
    08-30-2012, 10:54 AM Go to last post

  20. gulping noice in bathroom sink when ac is on

    Started by John Lee1, 08-22-2012 08:45 PM
    8 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 3,467
    Mike Kleisch
    08-30-2012, 07:48 AM Go to last post

  21. Sump Pump

    Started by Rob Kinney, 08-28-2012 04:36 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,030
    Mike Kleisch
    08-30-2012, 07:32 AM Go to last post

  22. Oil tank in garage, lines under rear lawn to house 50 feet away

    Started by John Tracey, 08-27-2012 09:58 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,572
    Dom D'Agostino
    08-28-2012, 05:32 AM Go to last post

  23. bees/wasps eating through ceiling

    Started by carl lukens, 08-26-2012 11:14 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 17,493
    John Kogel
    08-27-2012, 03:45 PM Go to last post

  24. AC or MC usage

    Started by Matt Miller, 08-24-2012 05:09 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 2,419
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    08-24-2012, 05:56 PM Go to last post

  25. Seeking CT Home Inspector

    Started by Clay Dreslough, 08-24-2012 01:36 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 841
    Jerry Peck
    08-24-2012, 11:19 AM Go to last post

  26. Bathroom Entry Door - Min Opening

    Started by Vin Ross, 08-22-2012 02:53 PM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,582
    Jerry Peck
    08-24-2012, 08:32 AM Go to last post

  27. security door types" comparison

    Started by Kathi Schachinger, 08-24-2012 07:13 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,974
    Jerry Peck
    08-24-2012, 08:12 AM Go to last post

  28. Installing Bathtub in place of shower -Slab

    Started by Fred Willis, 08-23-2012 04:21 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,190
    Rick Cantrell
    08-23-2012, 05:22 PM Go to last post

  29. Unhappy Firewall,

    Started by S. Bauer, 08-20-2012 01:28 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,209
    Garry Sorrells
    08-21-2012, 06:23 AM Go to last post

  30. New Homeowner - Need A/C drain advice!

    Started by rj ojeda, 08-15-2012 08:38 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,912
    Mike Kleisch
    08-20-2012, 06:39 AM Go to last post

  31. Wondering what kind of exterior I have, and how to patch it

    Started by Chris Moore, 07-27-2012 08:00 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 2,377
    Chris Moore
    08-17-2012, 10:00 PM Go to last post

  32. Code for Lintel length?

    Started by Beth Gunter, 08-16-2012 08:14 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,220
    Beth Gunter
    08-16-2012, 08:14 PM Go to last post

  33. Gap at bottom of new door

    Started by Bhava Dasa, 08-14-2012 08:23 AM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 19,092
    John Kogel
    08-15-2012, 07:45 AM Go to last post

  34. Buying French Doors - not sure which brand

    Started by Fred Willis, 08-12-2012 11:08 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,361
    Fred Willis
    08-14-2012, 04:35 PM Go to last post

  35. Wink Proper Water Heater Strapping in CA

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 08-07-2012 11:13 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 8,055
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    08-13-2012, 05:10 PM Go to last post

  36. Eave Vent Replacing Rafter Blocking

    Started by Don Parda, 05-18-2012 12:24 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 10,043
    Lee Taylor
    08-13-2012, 06:38 AM Go to last post

  37. Bathroom fan ducting question

    Started by Chris Hoover, 08-06-2012 11:20 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 4,016
    Chris Hoover
    08-10-2012, 10:57 AM Go to last post

  38. Drip Edge/Gutter Details

    Started by Don Parda, 05-17-2012 11:20 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,549
    Don Parda
    08-09-2012, 10:52 PM Go to last post

  39. Cool Deck Steps to Grass Landing ? See Pics

    Started by Vin Ross, 08-07-2012 07:41 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,483
    Jerry Peck
    08-08-2012, 03:17 PM Go to last post

  40. Post Kerosene and fuel oil tanks

    Started by Andre Grieco, 08-08-2012 11:17 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 990
    Andre Grieco
    08-08-2012, 11:17 AM Go to last post

  41. Post Minimum step down from threshold .. Exterior Egress

    Started by Vin Ross, 08-05-2012 09:06 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 13,459
    Jerry Peck
    08-07-2012, 07:12 PM Go to last post

  42. insulating and dropping bonus room ceiling from 13' to 9' over living space

    Started by loren cossette, 08-06-2012 07:40 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 989
    Mark Fisher
    08-06-2012, 10:28 AM Go to last post

  43. GENERATOR BREAKER PANEL WIRING CODE

    Started by Dan Zielinski, 08-04-2012 05:31 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,122
    Jerry Peck
    08-05-2012, 06:03 PM Go to last post

  44. Attic clearance

    Started by Lora Hinch, 08-03-2012 12:57 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 2,431
    Mark Fisher
    08-05-2012, 08:16 AM Go to last post

  45. Kitchen remodel 1920s house - insulation

    Started by Jed Freeman, 07-26-2012 08:59 PM
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 3,676
    Darrel Hood
    08-05-2012, 04:27 AM Go to last post

  46. Tub Filler Requirements

    Started by leon g, 07-31-2012 04:03 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 2,745
    Darrel Hood
    08-05-2012, 03:58 AM Go to last post

  47. How often should outlets be replaced?

    Started by rweaver, 07-29-2012 08:26 PM
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 24,077
    Jerry Peck
    08-03-2012, 07:42 PM Go to last post

  48. High moisture content reading in concrete slab

    Started by Michael Wasson, 08-02-2012 07:19 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 21,126
    Mark Fisher
    08-03-2012, 09:18 AM Go to last post

  49. Toilet room requirements

    Started by Eileen Emison, 08-01-2012 05:50 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,343
    Jerry Peck
    08-01-2012, 07:40 PM Go to last post

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

    Started by John Tracey, 07-21-2012 07:16 PM
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 4,511
    John Tracey
    07-31-2012, 12:03 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: 1,268
    Ron Bibler
    07-28-2012, 07:21 PM Go to last post

  52. Question Gas vent pipe questions

    Started by Jerry Parson, 07-15-2012 05:07 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,701
    Jerry Peck
    07-24-2012, 06:12 PM Go to last post

  53. Inspection follow-up

    Started by Frank Edwards, 07-24-2012 01:45 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,186
    Jerry Peck
    07-24-2012, 05:59 PM Go to last post

  54. Breaker cuircuts

    Started by frank purnell, 07-23-2012 05:46 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,028
    John Kogel
    07-24-2012, 07:23 AM Go to last post

  55. 1930 Townhouse Brick Damage

    Started by Jared Engeset, 07-18-2012 05:53 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 732
    Mark Fisher
    07-23-2012, 02:54 PM Go to last post

  56. House foundation and Pools

    Started by Toni Gurg, 07-16-2012 08:49 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 901
    Toni Gurg
    07-23-2012, 12:58 PM Go to last post

  57. electrical code

    Started by Ron Landis, 07-18-2012 05:53 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,046
    Billy Stephens
    07-20-2012, 07:14 PM Go to last post

  58. Horizontal Crack cinder block wall

    Started by Jamie Neely, 03-15-2012 06:52 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 3,876
    William Richardson
    07-20-2012, 02:46 AM Go to last post

  59. Crawlspace ventilation

    Started by A. Seth Teicher, 07-19-2012 07:59 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,043
    Gunnar Alquist
    07-19-2012, 02:08 PM Go to last post

  60. AC Outlet

    Started by R Carter, 07-17-2012 05:04 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,882
    Corn Walker
    07-18-2012, 09:21 PM Go to last post

  61. water leaks

    Started by sharonlear, 07-15-2012 11:27 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 964
    John Kogel
    07-17-2012, 03:23 PM Go to last post

  62. Veneer wall repair help

    Started by weili jiang, 07-15-2012 05:01 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 2,873
    weili jiang
    07-16-2012, 09:44 AM Go to last post

  63. CA; Heating Alternatives for OLD OLD House

    Started by Lucia Smith, 07-13-2012 12:28 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,530
    Welmoed Sisson
    07-14-2012, 09:05 AM Go to last post

  64. Time Sensitive: Inspecting a c1785 Log Cabin in VA

    Started by Emma Thekanine, 07-08-2012 08:01 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,333
    Emma Thekanine
    07-11-2012, 06:05 PM Go to last post

  65. Question Are 2 sheds allowable on one property?

    Started by Annette Waymer, 07-10-2012 09:44 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,967
    Corn Walker
    07-11-2012, 01:05 PM Go to last post

  66. finishing basement walls

    Started by brett ritter, 07-08-2012 02:12 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,896
    Garry Blankenship
    07-09-2012, 09:43 PM Go to last post

  67. Slab leak during inspection

    Started by Mary Rimmer, 07-09-2012 01:05 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,231
    Jerry Peck
    07-09-2012, 05:42 PM Go to last post

  68. Windowless Apartment

    Started by Ron Cannon, 07-04-2012 03:14 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 2,873
    Jerry Peck
    07-07-2012, 11:47 AM Go to last post

  69. split level house is freezing upstairs in summer

    Started by pascal parent, 07-06-2012 04:41 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,847
    Jerry Peck
    07-06-2012, 08:02 PM Go to last post

  70. Seeking homeowners insurance survey in New Mexico

    Started by Jamie Painter, 07-06-2012 01:11 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 758
    Jamie Painter
    07-06-2012, 01:11 PM Go to last post

  71. Flashing needed??

    Started by Jennifer Walterlin, 06-07-2012 08:06 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,852
    Raymond Wand
    07-06-2012, 09:32 AM Go to last post

  72. Could this explode?

    Started by Jack Gardner, 07-02-2012 03:52 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 24
    • Views: 1,970
    Jack Gardner
    07-05-2012, 11:08 AM Go to last post

  73. Windowless Apartment

    Started by Ron Cannon, 07-04-2012 03:14 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 712
    Ron Cannon
    07-04-2012, 03:14 PM Go to last post

  74. Failing composite or hardboard siding

    Started by Tim Sheffield, 02-16-2012 12:40 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 4,871
    Brandon Whitmore
    07-04-2012, 09:02 AM Go to last post

  75. Unlicensed Home Inspection

    Started by Kevin Hance, 06-26-2012 04:46 PM
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 3,790
    Raymond Wand
    07-04-2012, 04:10 AM Go to last post

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