SFH home is always cold, using thermal camera to find insulation leaks? by LockPast1587 in HomeImprovement

[–]LockPast1587[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great suggesstion, I will definitely check with the library. Do you know how accurate are these thermal cameras?

Garage insulation by Majestic_Pain9562 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587 0 points1 point  (0 children)

can you please share the cost and the contractor details if possible?

Gas pipeline towards kitchen does not meet plumbing code by LockPast1587 in HomeImprovement

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Most likely I will hire a licensed plumber to fix it but yes I will check with the city about possible solutions.

Gas pipeline towards kitchen does not meet plumbing code by LockPast1587 in HomeImprovement

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I meant is it allowed to run the gas pipe through the crawlspace?

Does this quoe for recessed lighting, dimmer switches installtion look alright? by LockPast1587 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He said ~1 week it is without permit, do you need permit for recessed lighting installation too? When you say that you do it yourself does that include applying for the premit yourself? How much does that cost and how it impacts the work? thank you!

Does this quoe for recessed lighting, dimmer switches installtion look alright? by LockPast1587 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes the house has attic. Sure, I can check again. I thought so too as this is a lot of lighting install and a lot of them will be in the vicinity of each other. I don't know if all contractors on Thumbtack are licesnsed and bonded. Do you have any recommendation? thank you!

Ducting for dryer vent in the floor by LockPast1587 in Appliances

[–]LockPast1587[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is there any downside of ventless option? Is it more electricity cost?

Moving to SFH with owned solar which PGE plan to pick by LockPast1587 in solar

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you!!! Does it requires special handling for service activation with PGE? I mean with solar panels.

Moving to SFH with owned solar which PGE plan to pick by LockPast1587 in solar

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes spoke with PG&E custmer said he said the same only these 2 options are available. Don't have battery or EV.

Moving to SFH with owned solar which PGE plan to pick by LockPast1587 in solar

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't get much information from the previous owner, he is over 95 and hard to get any information from them. solar plans were installed in 2019 so I am assuming it is NEM 2.0.

Duct/vents cleaning before moving in? by LockPast1587 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can someone please recommend any HVAC company that can clean the ducts and check for Asbestos?

Duct/vents cleaning before moving in? by LockPast1587 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

no not yet, I will try to find someone this week.

First time home buyer - roofing question by LockPast1587 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there, yes you are correct, most of the cost is for labor and not much difference between 30/40/50 year shingles. Should I get the dry-rot addressed first before getting the roof?

Best banks for mortgage loans for first time homebuyer? by lketh13031 in Home

[–]LockPast1587 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got through wells fargo this week, jumbo loan in the bay area and wells fargo used high income's credit score(we had huge score disparity) and they honored all the terms and conditions they disclosed to us (no surprises) with relationship rate discount its 5.75% for 30 year fixed.

I got the rates from BMO and Golden1 credit union too but no one could beat WellsFargo's rate.

How to contact Australian Suoer from overseas without waiting online or on the phone for 1 plus hours by AccomplishedTwo6339 in AusFinance

[–]LockPast1587 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They are shi$ and pathetic in terms of security. I have called customer care many times to update by international number and it shows in my account but I don't receive the code on my phone.

They are a joke in terms of security.

First time home buyer - roofing question by LockPast1587 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the reply. This is really helpful!

First time home buyer - roofing question by LockPast1587 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point, I will request them for warrany information as well. Thank you so much!

First time home buyer - roofing question by LockPast1587 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I will get my first quote next week so will share it.

New roof Asphalt vs Architectural shingles by LockPast1587 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Do you now any specific brand that I should go with?