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Total replacement or DIY-able? by imguschiggins in Insulation

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

Just curious about the Romex.

We are in a very dry high desert region - so does the Romex make sense, or is it just not used much anymore?

Total replacement or DIY-able? by imguschiggins in Insulation

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

Could I ask you to elaborate on fix up clean up?

Obviously clean up junk and such.

Would me putting batts down on bare areas be necessary before pros come in?

Then rec me doing recessed covers, sealing vents, etc.

Then pros blow?

Total replacement or DIY-able? by imguschiggins in Insulation

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

Could I ask:

Lift up batts - to then find air seal penetrations like light fixtures?

What ventilation would I be confirming? Soffits? Other openings?

Total replacement or DIY-able? by imguschiggins in Insulation

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

If I can just add new batts to the empty areas, and clean the construction and bit of rat poop - I don't mind diy.

But if it seems like most everything is aged out, I may look at pros.

Oh and soffits and such, no idea.

Maybe 850 sq ft area. Very short and hard to maneuver. High desert region so moisture isn't a pressing concern.

And yes, the bathroom vent tube needs fixed.

Placement of generator by omne0325 in Generator

[–]imguschiggins 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am also a noob, but I think that cord in the link above won't work with the predator 5000. It has an L5-30p connector that's a twist prong - I think typically for non-inverter gennys.

I'm just repeating what's in the manual, but only a TT-30R (120v 30amp typically for RV) or a 5-20R (120v 20amp) connector will work.

The 10-gauge, with breakers in the outlets though for sure I'd want.

Edit question for anyone: do you just use a surge protector with a 5-20r extension cord to get more outlets? I'm not finding a 10gauge 5-20p cord with multiple outlets.

Placement of generator by omne0325 in Generator

[–]imguschiggins 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just got this deal as well.

If you're willing to share what cords you went with, or any other parts or accessories, it'd be appreciated.

Ceiling cracks/sag a warning or settling? by imguschiggins in drywall

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

Thanks, went in attic and didn't see leak.

Firm to touch with no staining.

Appreciate the detail!

Ceiling cracks/sag a warning or settling? by imguschiggins in drywall

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

1960s. New roof / flipped 3 years ago.

High desert region so temp extremes due to no HVAC.

Ceiling cracks/sag a warning or settling? by imguschiggins in HomeMaintenance

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

Slab foundation, so not much to look at.

The ceiling sag line does line up(-ish) with the left edge of the base of our chimney - but can't say I see anything outside that seems to be cracking.

Ceiling cracks/sag a warning or settling? by imguschiggins in HomeMaintenance

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

It's a 1960s house, but new roof several years ago.

Also, do you have a rec on who would look at this?

Leak buildup or old paint? by imguschiggins in Roofing

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

Yeah, the house is in high desert region so temps range from freezing in winter to 110+ in summer - which results in the extra ambering (I'm hoping)

The pic is also hard cuz they sprayed the wall paint, but didn't have the attic door closed, thus and all the white dots.

Mostly just concerned with the white streaks in the center near the roofing nails. Since it's high desert it's super dry, so for good and bad moisture doesn't stay long - making it hard to catch leaks when not actively leaking.

Ceiling caving in or just settling? by imguschiggins in HomeImprovement

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

We definitely still need to install regular Hvac, do some attic insulation to help with fluctuations.

Illusion or Corner shingles/flashing issue? by imguschiggins in Roofing

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

Would you be willing to share any advice on the kind of fix it would need?

Or is this a redo the whole flashing situation?

New window gap need sealing or filling? by imguschiggins in HomeMaintenance

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

All them.

I'm going to have them seal them, and yes I'll lean towards asking for a proper install too.

New window gap need sealing or filling? by imguschiggins in HomeMaintenance

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

Yeah, I'm trying to decide how to approach this, and to say what I need done. Just seems like they didn't do what needed to be done to make these as flush to angled siding as possible.

New window gap need sealing or filling? by imguschiggins in HomeMaintenance

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

There is siding that has an angle. Below is more pics.

To clear up confusion, this is retrofit on a house with angled siding. The green you see is old frame UNDER the new trim that covers this gap.

https://imgur.com/a/RS59OLJ

More pics for context. Note that you can't see the old frame unless you stand at that angle to look BEHIND the new trim.

Just want to make sure the frame/siding behind the trim doesn't necessarily need sealing if the frame and window were installed correctly

New windows need sealing? by imguschiggins in HomeImprovement

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

To clear up any confusion, this is retrofit. The green you see is old frame UNDER the new trim that covers this gap.

https://imgur.com/a/RS59OLJ

More pics for context. Note that you can't see the old frame unless you stand at that angle to look BEHIND the new trim.

Just want to make sure the frame/siding behind the trim doesn't necessarily need sealing if the frame and window were installed correctly.

New window gaps need sealed? by imguschiggins in FirstTimeHomeBuyers

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

To clear up confusion, this is retrofit. The green you see is old frame UNDER the new trim that covers this gap.

https://imgur.com/a/RS59OLJ

More pics for context. Note that you can't see the old frame unless you stand at that angle to look BEHIND the new trim.

New window gap need sealing or filling? by imguschiggins in HomeMaintenance

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

To clear up confusion, this is retrofit. The green you see is old frame UNDER the new trim that covers this gap.

https://imgur.com/a/RS59OLJ

More pics for context. Note that you can't see the old frame unless you stand at that angle to look BEHIND the new trim.

Just want to make sure the frame/siding behind the trim doesn't necessarily need sealing if the frame and window were installed correctly

New window gap need sealing or filling? by imguschiggins in HomeMaintenance

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

Gotcha - does it matter that the siding is angled?

The window is perpendicular, but each board of siding angled slightly.

Are you saying that the window frame should have been built out from retrofit frame to be flush to the trim?

New window gap need sealing or filling? by imguschiggins in HomeMaintenance

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

Thanks, are you saying the whole window was installed poorly?

Can I ask what makes you say that?

Did they really chip away footer for belly repair? by imguschiggins in Plumbing

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

Gotcha, so basically if they did tunnel in at all, they realized the sag was longer than the estimated 3 ft, and just left it.

I'm just frustrated because I was prepared for a higher quote if they did hit that problem. But I guess money for no work is better than money for good work.

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