Home Inspector Nightmares: Volume 21

Pretty sure the downspout goes directly into the beam and shoots out the endgrain. So every so often, you'll have to replace the “rain-collecting” end of the beam. I’m guessing there’s lots of rotten wood to replace here.

Why not put them into the post? Actually since the rim joists are resting on, rather than bolted to the post, they are quite well supported. And there is other deck hardware that would also work here.

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Start out with a flexible drain. And then add a few traps and other parts and you’ve got a drain system every DIYer would be proud of. Plus you’d think cutting a slot in the back of the shelf instead of hacking the whole thing away would have been in order.

I think I’ll add a pink wood block to warn others from tripping over the orange wood block. Might need to re-work the door placement.

Generally, A/C compressors are air-cooled. But it can’t hurt to add some more natural coolant right? Guessing this unit might need some A/C repairs in the future.

Gravity combined with no shingle nails equals a soggy attic. Roof leaks are no laughing matter.

At least, without a wall, you can converse with your friends while you’re taking care of business. Not sure why that urinal is installed so close to the sink, but I’m sure it’ll up the resale value.

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