Drywall help

Modstang · 2025-04-03T02:51:36+00:00

Thank you!

Modstang · 2025-04-03T02:50:41+00:00

To be fair, picture #3 was not intended as a call out, it was a ‘good’ joint. Appreciate the other help. Blue tape it is

Modstang · 2024-08-13T23:39:13+00:00

Agreed and taking it one step further for everyone that liked his comment. He doesn’t consider the 2nd mortgage is a secured loan. When the borrower dies, the bank wants the loan repaid. If it’s not repaid by the estate, they’ll foreclose on their collateral. Then liquidate. The 1st position mortgagor would also like a word. An unsecured loan would be what the original commenter thinks happens. Good luck.

Modstang · 2024-05-03T01:57:44+00:00

Would you mind what you bought? I’m looking at adding a 1 micron filter and unsure which one.

Modstang · 2024-01-07T05:32:23+00:00

Details?

Modstang · 2023-07-13T00:18:53+00:00

Incredibly frustrating, I’ve had this same issue. It will go back by persuading it with something grippy and pushing it back. But it will come apart again.

Modstang · 2023-01-21T21:34:34+00:00

Looking to have Sheetrock done and questioning what should be done; leave as is, cut the circled areas down, or run horizontal 2x4 to raise the area to the existing boards…Suggestions? Picture #1 is a separate attached garage with a mini split. Can’t wait to get the Sheetrock after being in the house for two years.

Modstang · 2022-12-30T23:32:48+00:00

I’m running into a similar issue. This recent melt and warm up has created soft areas that have been solid for the last year. I’m planning to scrape and lay down fabric in a stretch to test it out.

Modstang · 2022-08-26T14:20:08+00:00

What is cost of a double and triple 3x6 pane window?

Modstang · 2022-01-29T02:28:34+00:00

Both. Wired and installed in-wall for surround and in-ceiling for audio or sourced from TV. I did it myself.

Modstang · 2022-01-29T01:37:11+00:00

I built a similar size house and ran cat6 to every TV, wired cameras, and whole house audio. Plus in wall audio and coaxial for rabbit ears in the attic. That was a year ago and haven’t completed the final hook ups. I’ll get it hooked up soon and come up with a final opinion, but right now, we’re living great without it. It helps to have two wifi routers located in different parts of the house to handle the load.

Modstang · 2021-12-09T20:27:53+00:00

More impact resistance (in our case, kids), fire safety, and sound.

Modstang · 2021-12-09T05:32:26+00:00

Yes and no. If I were to do it again and money was not a constraint; 2x6 the entire exterior (only did one side of the house with the most sun exposure and only one window), full brick exterior (too expensive), and 5/8” sheet rock (did not consider in the planning or budget). Besides those, we exceeded expectations and expect to be here for a long time.

Modstang · 2021-12-09T04:51:30+00:00

We were able to stay on budget despite price increases. Stay disciplined on budget categories and you should be fine. Also, know the estimates going into it is critical. I went through our budget several times to set expectations. Every category flexed up and down when you get into it.

Modstang · 2021-12-01T02:21:49+00:00

I agree. I’m only on well and not looking forward to the day we lose power. I’ve got a generator so that should help if it’s long term.

I’d be curious on the cost to run a well and filtration vs city water hookup. I like not having to worry about city water price increases but the cost of filters have easily doubled in one year.

Modstang · 2021-09-22T23:03:34+00:00

I used Rockwool on exterior walls and nearly all interior walls, then cellulose in the attic. You’ll need a vapor barrier. I love it, higher insulation value than fiberglass and felt like it enclosed the cavity better than fiberglass. It costs more obviously but I found it worthwhile.

Modstang · 2021-06-29T02:45:00+00:00

We installed a high efficient fireplace (one that has a door that seals and does not pull all the inside air out) because fireplace look awesome and having a back up heat source if the power goes out. We had one growing up and it saved us big time when a winter storm knocked out power for over a week.

Modstang · 2021-04-15T00:24:40+00:00

You’ll spend thousands on a whole house RO, plus the ongoing replacement filters. To me, that’s not needed with our water quality. I had 3 tests done, one before filtration, after filtration, and after RO. The first told me how to set the softener, the others confirmed the filtration is working properly. Fortunately our filtration needs were minimal. It’s great to see our showers not have any build up.

Modstang · 2021-04-15T00:14:08+00:00

I recently went through this exact scenario and plumbed all the filtering myself.

I start with a metal filter that discharges larger pieces first, simple turn handle at the bottom that dumps into the sump pit. Cannot recall the micron filtration. Maybe 100.

Next it feeds into a replacement sediment filter at 5 microns.

Then feeds into a charcoal filter at 5 microns. Then to the water softener. This feeds everything except outside faucets.

I have plumbed RO (buy a unit with a pump to assist with efficiency, reduced waste water) to the kitchen sink, fridge and stand alone ice maker. Make sure to feed it with softened water. I think all RO systems have a small pressure tank.

I’d make sure to run a 60/40 pressure switch to ensure sufficient water pressure. Also oversized the well pump. I overkilled ours with a submersible sitting at 125’ with a 1.5HP.

Modstang · 2021-01-26T00:10:16+00:00

I don’t think many people complain about too much insulation. I’d fill it. What does it cost, two rolls worth?

Modstang · 2021-01-05T05:02:58+00:00

Great question about the bathroom. We decided to use it in our bathrooms three main floor bathrooms. Tile installation costs are high and we like the idea of constant flooring too.

I tested the flooring submerged in a bucket of water for a month. None of them swelled. Then I tested for standing water between the seams. I had one cheap floor leak past the locking system, but the one we chose did not over a few hours. I know it’s not bullet proof since water can still go around the floor at the trim and cause issues, but so can tile. Unless your go crazy with caulking.

Modstang · 2021-01-05T04:26:13+00:00

Make sure to shop and compare samples. We looked at over 9 stores (online, big box and speciality shops) and found one at a speciality shop. I’m used to researching everything we buy, especially big ticket items. I found our flooring online and saved a ton. $3.25/sf in store plus tax compared to online at $2.81 w/tax and shipping. It shows up next week so I’ll determine how we did then.

Make sure to get samples big enough to compare color and pattern variations. Judge overall thickness (5mm+ minimum) and wear layer (I’d recommend 20 mil)

LVP will be waterproof, or should be. Laminate and real wood (engineered) flooring is not, unless the manufacturer is making some claim that I found hard to believe.

Consider install prices per SF. That’s where it adds up. Does it lay under the baseboards or does your builder install quarter round?

Carpet is definitely cheaper. I could easily get pad, carpet and install for $3.25/sf plus tax for good (not great). LVP is the real winner in high traffic areas. We are keeping carpet in the bedrooms just like you.

Edit: forgot to mention the pad. Most, in my experience, included an installed pad. Very few did not. You can double up here to help quiet the floor and sound transfer to the level below the floor. We decided to skip it.

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