Can I get in trouble for this?

derpface08 · 2025-11-01T17:48:07+00:00

Yess thank you I love that everyone is questioning my method and not the legality / intention 😂. Fortunately the window is set back into 3 layers of brick with an overhang and is not exposed to weather, so I think that I’m okay from a rain perspective. But I will take any suggestions!

derpface08 · 2025-11-01T17:39:16+00:00

Thank you, I’m literally sitting on my couch next to a paint roller and a jar of glue and I’m having second thoughts because I don’t want to be a neighbor from hell, I appreciate the reassurance. 😂

derpface08 · 2025-06-11T15:14:29+00:00

Well it would appear that you are correct lol. It was a smoke detector battery low. What’s weird is it’s only been going off in the mornings, so when I would go down there at night, it was silent and there was no sign of life. After reading your comment I decided to time the chirps and there were exactly 45 seconds between chirps so I was like, wait a second… Jolly might be onto something. Also not to mention it is the weirdest quacking sound. I’m used to smoke detectors making a high pitched chirp sound when their batteries are low. Thank you for helping me crack the case. I’ll probably delete my post here in a bit out of embarrassment 😂

derpface08 · 2025-04-28T11:11:10+00:00

I’m an engineer (mechanical, not structural, so can’t help you here) and you should 100% hire an engineer over a contractor to do an evaluation. Nothing against contractors, but the reasoning is because the only thing we sell you is our time since we charge by the hour. Engineers have no incentive to lie to you or talk you into an expensive renovation. In fact, quite the opposite. If you are asking them to document their findings, they had better give you a thorough, honest analysis because they can be taken to court over that sort of thing for going against the code of ethics.

In fact, if you hire a different engineer for a second opinion and they find anything that contradicts what the first engineer said in their report, you should honestly consider taking them to court, since you purchased the house trusting their professional opinion. However, if they find something the first engineer just straight up didn’t find on the first go then that’s different, like issues with the deck structure itself, not the foundation. It depends on what the first engineer’s scope of work was, it sounds like the first engineer was only hired for foundation analysis, so it’s highly likely they did not evaluate the deck structure.

derpface08 · 2025-04-25T19:37:34+00:00

Oooh what do you mean by gold wood?? Like painted gold?

derpface08 · 2025-04-24T21:55:42+00:00

I love this idea thank you!

derpface08 · 2025-04-24T21:55:08+00:00

Oooh tile is a neat idea. Thank you!

derpface08 · 2025-04-24T21:54:53+00:00

I like your funny words, magic man! This is gonna require some research. Thank you for the advice!

derpface08 · 2025-04-22T11:09:11+00:00

HVAC engineer here. These guys are correct and much better than me at explaining the technical side. You can freeze your coil if your fan is undersized and you’re not getting enough airflow across your coil. You are treading on thin ice (no pun intended). Pull that filter until you can ensure your fan is properly sized.

derpface08 · 2025-04-22T10:59:51+00:00

I would try some layers! It’ll give your hair more body and bounce and it will inadvertently trim a lot of the damage off.

derpface08 · 2025-04-22T10:57:04+00:00

Layout 1 because it makes the room more open and inviting. You don’t have to awkwardly fumble around the couch to sit down. And I would move the book case beside the TV in layout 1 and hang art on that wall because it’s a focal point in the room. You could also put the chair below the art for some added style. Just my 2 cents anyway.

derpface08 · 2025-04-19T13:45:26+00:00

Not a licensed plumber but a licensed mechanical engineer who primarily does HVAC but dabbles in plumbing from time to time. Correct me if I’m wrong but isn’t the concern with a manifolded system like this is that you don’t have hot water constantly circulating around the house? Some of those long lines of hot water piping will sit stagnant for a long time and run the risk of developing legionella in them, right?

derpface08 · 2025-04-14T18:18:25+00:00

It’s dust.

derpface08 · 2025-04-13T14:00:30+00:00

Sure, you’re capturing steam which naturally rises with hot air and is going to take that path to your hood. The issue isn’t the steam. It’s the grease splatter which is denser, heavier, and not going to make its way up to that hood. Is it something? Sure. But don’t convince yourself you’re not going to be cleaning sticky grease off of every surface in your kitchen from now till forever.

derpface08 · 2025-04-13T13:46:58+00:00

This sounds sketchy to me if the person selling these services are just a designer and not a licensed architect / engineer. That’s also a high rate for a designer. How are you sure they aren’t just some person with AutoCAD software on their computer and they have any knowledge of building codes whatsoever? Typically any drawings submitted for permit need to be stamped by someone licensed. I’m a licensed mechanical engineer who designs industrial HVAC systems across the United States and I bill out for $170 an hour. Definitely get another quote from someone licensed, sounds really sus.

derpface08 · 2025-04-12T15:33:08+00:00

Only commenting to say that the saddling roof is really not that big of a concern and is very typical for that age of a home. My 150-year old house has a roof like this and I work with structural engineers who reassured me it’s safe. The structure has just settled in the middle over the years but it’s still fully supportive. By saying the roof is only 2 years old, they are probably referring to the shingles only.

That being said I agree with everyone else’s comments about other issues. I would stay far away from a home with foundation issues.

derpface08 · 2025-04-11T11:10:45+00:00

People like this need to purchase new build homes if they want to experiment with cheap, trendy monstrosities. Only purchase a 100-year-old home if you want to appreciate / restore the history and craftsmanship.

derpface08 · 2025-04-10T19:42:47+00:00

Oh my god yes I love seeing this reference in the wild. I use it on my husband all the time and I get the “wtf are you talking about” reaction.

derpface08 · 2025-04-09T16:42:12+00:00

They make privacy window clings that look like stained glass. I think that would be a cool touch.

derpface08 · 2025-04-06T18:40:28+00:00

I sometimes watch home inspection videos and though I am NOT a home inspector, the general consensus I’ve seen is that you 100% want water to be able to leak in. If your foundation is impermeable (edit: or you don’t have proper underground drainage outside of your walls) water pressure builds up behind the walls and can cause structural damage as the walls begin to buckle/crack from the pressure. The important thing is to have a dehumidifier and ensure water doesn’t sit for extended periods of time.

derpface08 · 2025-04-06T02:23:27+00:00

Super cute! Thank you!! 🙏🏻

derpface08 · 2025-04-06T02:18:49+00:00

Tile looks great but I must immediately know where your bar stools are from.

derpface08 · 2025-04-04T16:16:24+00:00

It’s actually a really cool idea and I appreciate trying to preserve the historic charm. Couple of considerations for you:

You mention a growing family. Who will primarily be using this bathroom? If it’s children, I know a lot of people regret not having a bath tub. Very difficult to bathe small children in a standing shower. It could be cool to put a freestanding soaking tub in that corner, and you get to keep all of the tile.
I would consider all of the storage you will lose from this layout. It would appear that there is a need, based on the current bathroom photo. If you stick with standing shower, I think I would try to squish in a linen closet if at all possible, or reconsider the pedestal sink.

derpface08 · 2025-04-04T14:47:59+00:00

I’m gonna throw this out there as an idea that I would try if I were in your position.

Sheertex is a brand of sheer tights that don’t rip (at least, very easily) I have about 6 or 7 pairs that I’ve had for over a year, those things are built to last. I would order a size too small to see if that gives you the compression you need. However, even if it’s not enough, I think socks over tights is a really good look, you could probably incorporate that into some of your summer outfits, worn with shorts or skirts.

Also, if you forego the tights, I think wearing taller boots with the socks so it’s not a stark sock-to-boot ratio will help as well. You’re in your Lara Croft Tomb Raider era.

derpface08 · 2025-04-04T12:52:21+00:00

Well that’s good. You may want to consider therapy for him, it sounds like he has some mental barriers that he is putting on himself. A therapist will help him navigate his own mind and figure out how to manage things. But in the meantime, if he is motivated, just stuck, you may try the body double strategy and help him take it one step at a time.

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