In process of getting lots of estimates for repair vs replacement. Just wondering what you guys think from the pictures alone.
There are a couple sections of the roof that need repairs to the fascia/soffit, gutter, and some shingles curling with nail pops, but the remainder still looks in good shape. I attached a photo of a quote I received this morning for repairs, and I’ll be getting a few more for comparison.
If I’m looking at around $5k in repairs, would it not make sense to just go ahead and replace the whole thing? It’s 16 years old so not very new, but also not very old.
Moved to a new home and noticing a decent amount of areas that seemed to have been poorly fixed by previous owner with exposed plumbing. My main concern is covering up the holes and prevent pests and rodents from getting in. I’ve stuffed them all with Saran Wrap for now until I figure out what to do. These photos are from both the kitchen and bathroom cabinets & exterior. The kitchen cabinet under the sink is also open to the outside and you could see sunlight coming through the hole.
Is it just a simple fix of filling the holes with steel wool and/or covering up with ply wood or do I need a professional to come in?
In the process of getting some quotes from a few different handy-people about these repairs for my new home, I have no idea how much I can realistically expect to pay for all of these repairs. Any ideas? Will a handy-person be fine for all of these or should I get a specialist for any?
In the process of getting some quotes from a few different handy-people about these repairs for my new home, I have no idea how much I can realistically expect to pay for all of these repairs. Any ideas? Will a handy-person be fine for all of these or should I get a specialist for any?
It didn’t come with instructions so I’m just winging it. It came with anchors and screws, this issue is that my drill and a screwdriver are too big to fit into the holes to actually screw it into the wall.
It didn’t come with instructions so I’m just winging it. It came with anchors and screws, this issue is that my drill and a screwdriver are too big to fit into the holes to actually screw it into the wall.
Just moved into a new home. Ideally, I’d like have the tv directly in front of the bed but I can’t think of a good configuration for it. I also may be putting in a table in one of the corners for my WFH area.
And yes, I know I need to paint. That’s next on the list!
Just moved into a new home. Ideally, I’d like have the tv directly in front of the bed but I can’t think of a good configuration for it. I also may be putting in a table in one of the corners for my WFH area.
And yes, I know I need to paint. That’s next on the list!
New homeowner here. I have a bidet I want to install on this toilet, however it will only work with a seat that hinges/attaches in the middle section and not the sides, which is how the current seat is attached. I’m wondering if I can just switch the toilet seat out with one that will work with my bidet.
I’ve never installed or replaced a toilet seat, so I’m not sure if it’s as simple of a fix as installing a new seat or if the entire toilet configuration itself would not be compatible with a bidet. Can a toilet seat even be attached in the middle on a toilet that has side hinges? I’m not sure if the hinges sit superficially or if they have to already be drilled into the toilet itself. Hope I’m making sense here!
New homeowner here. I have a bidet I want to install on this toilet, however it will only work with a seat that hinges/attaches in the middle section (as shown on the box) and not the sides, which is how the current seat is attached. I’m wondering if I can just switch the toilet seat out with one that will work with my bidet.
I’ve never installed or replaced a toilet seat, so I’m not sure if it’s as simple of a fix as installing a new seat or if the entire toilet configuration itself would not be compatible with a bidet. Can a toilet seat even be attached in the middle on a toilet that has side hinges? I’m not sure if the hinges sit superficially or if they have to already be drilled into the toilet itself. Hope I’m making sense here!
I got the Luxe Bidet Neo 120 bidet and realized that I would not be able to install it on my current toilet seat because of the how the lid attached on. This toilet seat attaches on the sides instead of the top, where the bidet is supposed to be attached. Any suggestions?
I live in a 1950 built home. The well was newly replaced and the plumbing was updated 15 years ago, per my agent. The water heater drain hose was recently replaced (it didn’t even have one prior to appraisal, which required it be installed) and the water also had to be treated prior to moving in. It does have a certain chemical smell to it, almost like chlorine.
At my final walkthrough, I noticed that the water pressure throughout the house was weak and not getting warm at all. The switch to the water heater had been turned off on the electric box. We also had the seller come over, which he cleaned out the water filter and that seemed to fix the problem, partially. However, I still notice some issues with the water, particularly during showers. The pressure will start off strong and then weaken, get stronger again and also gets hotter than I desire. I can turn the valve to the cold side and it still be hot at times. The water in my kitchen also takes a decent amount of time to warm up, however the pressure is strong.
There is no other water running in the home during my shower.
Any idea what could be causing this issue and what to fix? I’m a new homeowner and very new to all of this.
I live in a 1950 built home. The well was newly replaced and the plumbing was updated 15 years ago, per my agent. The water heater drain hose was recently replaced (it didn’t even have one prior to appraisal, which required it be installed) and the water also had to be treated prior to moving in. It does have a certain chemical smell to it, almost like chlorine.
At my final walkthrough, I noticed that the water pressure throughout the house was weak and not getting warm at all. The switch to the water heater had been turned off on the electric box. We also had the seller come over, which he cleaned out the water filter and that seemed to fix the problem, partially. However, I still notice some issues with the water, particularly during showers. The pressure will start off strong and then weaken, get stronger again and also gets hotter than I desire. I can turn the valve to the cold side and it still be hot at times. The water in my kitchen also takes a decent amount of time to warm up, however the pressure is strong.
There is no other water running in the home during my shower.
Any idea what could be causing this issue and what to fix? I’m a new homeowner and very new to all of this.
Closed Friday and got all moved in this weekend. Only out of pocket costs were $500 EMD, $350 for inspection, and $550 for appraisal. Even ended up getting around $630 back after closing.
To all my fellow millennials (especially the ladies!) beating the “can’t purchase a home” allegations 👏 👏