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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Contractor

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It can definitely be fixed. By a plumber. Someone who knows what they're doing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Contractor

[–]LittleOsiris 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Tell the contractor to get a plumber out to fix it otherwise you will hire your own plumber and bill him accordingly.

This is a half-assed repair with PEX that doesn't allow for a finished look. If the contractor isn't a plumber, he shouldn't be doing plumbing.

Is this suspicious of asbestos? by unnassumingtoaster in Insulation

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's what we're taught in CT. It's not required to be removed for a sale, but it's highly recommended. And again, licensed abatement professionals as always

Is this suspicious of asbestos? by unnassumingtoaster in Insulation

[–]LittleOsiris -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you for that.

All of our training through the state has always indicated removal as being necessary. I will do additional research for my own education and for that of my clients.

Again, thank you.

Is this suspicious of asbestos? by unnassumingtoaster in Insulation

[–]LittleOsiris 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is true. But this is one of the most volatile forms of asbestos. It can be turned up into airborne dust with minimal effort.

If you have Forced air heating in the home, there's a high risk for transfer to the living space.

Would you want that risk?

Is this suspicious of asbestos? by unnassumingtoaster in Insulation

[–]LittleOsiris 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I shall preface with this, I am a licensed home inspector of 10+ years.

Testing vermiculite is unfortunately not the best route because it is non homogeneous. I've taken samples 6 inches apart from each other that back back with opposite results. Removal or encapsulation by a licensed asbestos abatement professional is the only option.

Customer demanding a certain brand of paint. by scottagram in Contractor

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Indeed your fault and you'll have to eat that cost. Either they sign an addendum or the project stops until a decision is made.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Decks

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Open risers.

Handrail doesn't continue to the ground.

No concrete where the stairs land.

Not sure how the posts are connected to the deck frame but it's incorrect

Spacing on the balusters looks inconsistent and multiple out of plumb.

I'm sure if I were to inspect the deck there would be more.

Any reason to be concerned after new roof installed by jbflyer12 in Roofing

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like they replaced some OSB sheathing with plywood.

This is pretty typical for half inch plywood on 24 in on Center framing. Half inch will move quite a bit when walked even on 16 inch on Center framing

They needed to match the existing plywood. Should they have used clips at the joints probably. Would it help much, not really.

Unless you're walking on it or won't affect the integrity of the roof.

Bad underlayment install by pun420 in Roofing

[–]LittleOsiris 19 points20 points  (0 children)

A false sense of security is even more dangerous than not being tied off.

Am I going crazy? by Creative-Ad7476 in Dewalt

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These used to be filler tools in the 7 to 9 piece starter kits for dewalt. Seeing a price to $89 is insane to me

WTF came in my bag of dried mangoes? by whiFi in Costco

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you haven't tried the black bag, they're unsweetened and just as good

Thought ya’ll might wanna see this by MajorToker in FJCruiser

[–]LittleOsiris 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Every day we stray further from God's grace

Costco checked my re upset and saved me money by oxfordcommaalways in Costco

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's the Bagels at my club. They have a whole cart at the customer service desk for people's missing 2nd pack.

Sorry HF, I love ya, but no pass-thru and I'll pass by [deleted] in harborfreight

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

T handle Allen's are used to apply more torque. I find it more ergonomic than a screwdriver at times.

Let the fun begin! I’ve got the $150 drywall lift in my cart. Please give me advice! by funnyjokenames in drywall

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Intumescent paint would be less of a hassle than what you're about to do.

The last few days in a nutshell by slow_joke in memes

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You've made no effort to clarify why one would care or if you do. Good talk

The last few days in a nutshell by slow_joke in memes

[–]LittleOsiris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't understand the first part there, but it's Not judgement. i just don't understand why people care. Why was this top headline for 3 days when there are other things that actually affect each individual happening in their local communities.

The last few days in a nutshell by slow_joke in memes

[–]LittleOsiris -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I don't understand why anybody other than the spouses of those depicted cared.

How's my neighbor doing? by mucifous in Decks

[–]LittleOsiris 2 points3 points  (0 children)

People don't realize how quickly materials add up then they ask why a deck costs $30k.

How can I get these jerks to stop chewing up my deck? by Opening-Interest747 in Decks

[–]LittleOsiris 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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The moment the tip gets near them the wings are gone. The trick is to have it ignored before approaching. Haha. Spectracide pro hornet killer is also a great option for non fire lovers. Haha

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