All Forum Posts by: Jennifer Buchholz

And the siding IS falling off in multiple locations.  I def needs to be taken off and replaced

Thanks, I am using an asbestos removal company and am aware of the pricing.

Thanks so much.  This is a cash flowing good long term rental, 3 years into owning it and I plan to hold it indefinitely.  The siding is not in great shape and also has asbestos so that will all be removed first.  Is "wrapping" the same as "paper?"  I'll make sure to ask him about addressing the cracks and gaps - thanks!

Hi, I am replacing siding on a 100 year old 1,500 square foot craftsman home in CT. This is the first time I've dealt with siding so am learning.  I am being asked by sider if I want insulaton board (foam) or paper.  I understand the foam is more expensive but would spend the money if it is important/worth it.  I'd love thoughts on options, what to consider.  Thanks!

When I made the post I thought that I had converted the walls to sheetrock.  We did the living room but now I remember we did not do the bedrooms so yes the walls are plaster.  

Thank you!!!

it actually goes down the side wall also

Hi, my new tenant found a small crack in a ceiling in a closet. Downstairs unit of two unit house, built in 1925. We removed all the plaster and put new drywall in 3 years ago. These tenants (a couple) are super cautious people and I can tell they are worried about this (ie thinking it is something structurally wrong with the house). I have never seen any other cracks inside or outside the house. Handyman was there today doing some other things, he doesn't think it is water from up unit because no visible water stains etc. Thoughts on what else it could be and also what you would do (who to call about this) and how much time spent on it etc. Thanks!

Hi Chris - is this event happening tomorrow, June 4th