

The first is a long-standing and consists of water intrusion on the first/main floor of the house in the rear (i.e. We seem to be having two water intrusion issues as well. Ours is aluminum siding and rotten wooden windows (circa 1970's, so not old/historic enough to restore, just old/gross/failing) and the little trim that's there is in truly awful shape. These are usually somewhat shoddily done and ours is no exception. We have a small addition on the back that's a closed in sleeping porch, which is very common for the area. It's a rowhouse in the mid-Atlantic (so all four seasons) it's attached on two sides and has a walkout basement. This sub has been a lifesaver for me and while I wish I was sharing cool before and afters today, I'm actually feeling super overwhelmed on house projects right at the moment and would really appreciate your help with some water intrusion issues.īought a fixer-upper almost three years ago and are coming to the next round of what feel like pretty big projects. The Jill Taylor (Most Unfortunate Situation) Award How much will it cost? aka Always get 3 Quotes!Īl Borland Award (Best Home Improvement Project) Any links to a website or blog will be removed. This is not a place to advertise products and or services. We do not endorse any contractors, and proceeding with a contractor you've met via this sub should be done at your own risk. We're all here to learn and help each other out - enjoy! No question is too stupid, too simple, or too basic.

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