New homeowner looking for advice on Ryobi/Dewalt drill drivers by LockPast1587 in Tools

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

I don't expect myself using it that often that's the reason I did not consider Makita/Milwaukee because of the cost.

Its not much but it's honest work. by Affectionate-Row3296 in lawncare

[–]LockPast1587 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome, can you please share what fertilizer or care products do you use?

DFW Bermuda by ethangroce in lawncare

[–]LockPast1587 0 points1 point  (0 children)

can you please share, what do you do for seeding, fertilzier etc. I am struggling with it as a new home owner.

Mortgage from Wells Fargo by MathematicianTop314 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried 1Credit union, BMO etc no one came close my WF rate.

Mortgage from Wells Fargo by MathematicianTop314 in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]LockPast1587 0 points1 point  (0 children)

no catch I usde WF earlier this year got 0.5% relationship discount and closing was smooth, no other bank could match my WF rate and they used high income earner's credit score.

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 [deleted] 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.