All Forum Posts by: Elaine E.

Very true. Thank you Jillian and everyone here for your insights! I had a feeling this was the case but wanted to get a second opinion (as the original contractor is telling me just to add drywall anchors, it just didn't seem right. I'm looking for someone new to come out and fix it.

We hired a contractor that patched our recessed light box in order to have a flush ceiling a few weeks ago. I know this patch job looks like crap, and we seriously regret doing this project in the first place.

But moving forward, we went to hang a 4lb fixture today, but discovered there's no stud or support under where they patched it and where they pulled the wires through. Is this a code violation? 

It possible to hang this into just drywall? Or do I need to tear it back open and install proper supports?

Thanks, @Brett Tvenge!

We want to replace these old, 90's bifold doors in a house that will be a nicer rental. The current doors open into the master bathroom and bang the vanity when they open, and one of the sinks is unusable when the door is open. The entry to the bedroom is right next to the bathroom, so the doors can't open outward either. 

The best option I see is a sliding barn door that opens to the side. 

I'm looking for something more modern like this option: https://www.homedepot.com/p/MM... ($500+ install costs).  But I also found a local carpenter that will make a wood one, same style but no windows (which could be better for a bathroom, and it's one less thing to break), and install it for $900. I estimate it could be about $200 more expensive for wood when install costs are considered. Is it worth a bit more to get solid wood? Does it not matter? 

There are cheaper doors that are more "barn/farmhouse" style but that doesn't really match the look of the house. The door opening is bigger than standard and there are fewer options available. 

Paying about a grand for a new one feels like a significant expense, but it is a problem that I think needs to be solved. I am new to this process and open to any thoughts or alternate ideas here here. 

We are under contract, but the listing agent did not disclose the Working Capital Fee in the HOA Disclosure. The cost is $851. Can we hold them responsible? This is one of several mis-represented or negligent disclosures throughout the homebuying process (Roof and water heater were listed as 10 years newer than they actually were, and the house had undisclosed polybutylene pipes). We're already past inspection, appraisal, etc and 2 weeks from closing.