Recent content by normlynn

House Repair Talk

Help Support House Repair Talk:

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others.
  1. N

    porch- replace vs repair

    Tom, Thank you for your wise advise. I have 1/2 the project done (all but over the doors) I noticed two problems. first, they did not remove the siding where they attached the roof and deck support boards (ledger) on the house. Because of this, it appears it was only held on by the siding...
  2. N

    porch- replace vs repair

    Thanks for writing back, Tom. ( I'm Tom also) I am sorry I'm just getting back to this I got a job that wouldn't let me loose and I finally quit. anyway, I'm just getting to the project now. There are now holes in the roof. and the flooring is weaker. I think the gap I saw was from some...
  3. N

    porch- replace vs repair

    I have an old porch which is in bad need of repair (or something) I have talked to a few contractors. They all say tear it down and start over. I know they just want the business. My concerns are these: The porch is in okay shape structurally. the flooring and the roof need to be replaced. (...
  4. N

    Gas furnace problems

    Guitarman, I wasn't sure how to do a new posting here so I just replied to yours. I have an old (1989) Duomatic-Olsen 90% efficient updraft furnace in my old house. Someone I called for AC service told me I would need a new furnace because the area above the furnace is getting hot. There...
  5. N

    Howdy

    Hi, I'm new to this forum and all forums. this is this first time I've posted anything. Please be patient with me. I'll get it but it may take awhile. i am hoping for help with my furnace. thanks
Back
Top