Custom homes discussions and local services.
hiker983521
Discussion activity
Topics and replies this member has contributed.
RE: Is it worth paying more for a fully insured contractor or just going with the cheaper uninsured guy?
I get the temptation to save money, but after a friend’s reno went sideways - contractor’s guy fell through a ceiling, no insurance, total mess - I just can’t risk it anymore. The 30% stings, but it’s nothing compared to...
RE: Need advice on replacing an old leaky roof
NEED ADVICE ON REPLACING AN OLD LEAKY ROOF You’re not wrong about contractors dragging their feet on passive ventilation. In my experience, it’s not always about cost - sometimes it’s just old habits. I had a roofer l...
RE: Need advice on replacing an old leaky roof
Rigid foam’s actually saved my bacon a couple times, especially in older houses where the rafters are too shallow for enough batt insulation. I get the concern about overcomplicating things, but if you detail it right - ...
RE: When too many letters just confuse: the rise of alphabet soup in headlines
WHEN TOO MANY LETTERS JUST CONFUSE: THE RISE OF ALPHABET SOUP IN HEADLINES That’s a classic mix-up. I’ve had similar headaches with “EPS” - half the crew thought it was expanded polystyrene, the other half guessed elect...
RE: Need advice on replacing an old leaky roof
Had my own run-in with that - watched my neighbor’s project sail through just because he knew the inspector from some local volunteer gig. Meanwhile, my permit took weeks. Frustrating, but I guess that’s just how it goes...
RE: Weighing the pros and cons of switching to a 15-year mortgage
WEIGHING THE PROS AND CONS OF SWITCHING TO A 15-YEAR MORTGAGE I hear you on the repair roulette, especially with older places. I once had a 1920s bungalow - thought I was ahead of the game with a 15-year, then the sewer...