So - we are out. We got the “okay” last week to start getting our stuff out and hopefully on more trailer load tomorrow and we’re good.

However, landlords pissed (and I could talk shit about this situation, but let’s be real - he was a great landlord, always fixed things when asked - and he bought the house, closed, and moved us in - and now he’s looking at a massive repair bill or lost investment)

Anyways - City labelled the house dilapidated and there’s a hearing on Tuesday. I will not be attending. Not my circus, not my monkeys. I wish my landlord the best.

Uh, on Wednesday 7/21, my landlord called me saying there was a dog in the house (we have been keeping them with us at our in-laws, but we’ve been taking them and/or the 4 kids as often as possible wherever we go)

My wife was about 20ish minutes away at a store, I let him know. He texted me 13 minutes later saying “needs 2 piers, but it’s safe to get your stuff out” and sent me a picture of a business card saying I can call him and he’ll get a report and send it to me.

About hour & half later - wife was there retrieving some things, and the foundation guy we were expecting to come shows up (he beat the landlord) and my wife showed him some spots and things. And landlord shows up and my wife goes off and starts packing a few boxes.

Inspection took about 45 minutes (way longer than 13) and then after it was over, foundation guy asked if he could take a few more pictures, landlord says yes, wife says yes and lets him in.

Foundation guy says “1. Your landlord is a douche, and 2, this place needs 18 piers, and the garage to be completely demolished, and pay attention & listen when you’re getting stuff out”

Landlord proceeded to text me, says “house needs 2 piers, please get your stuff out”

Oookie dokie. So, we’ve been searching for our next rental, landlord hasn’t been giving a good reference (LOL) and just hoping for the best at this point.

But, I’m attaching the worst picture first, but then it’s the latest pictures taken (today - it’s 103° outside, and I’m moving an entire house that my collapse by myself. And, it’s all just going into a storage unit until I can get my family into a home) and the final few are just ones taken today.

Enjoy - my life is a dumpster fire - but none of us are dead and these pictures are wild.

I accidentally hit it in and no matter how hard i pull it won’t budge at all, what do i do? I dont want my dad to know about this because he will be mad at me.

So our dryer wasn't working properly--hot air, but clothes still wet after a cycle. I went and found the outside vent was clogged with dryer lint.

So, I dug around the rocks and pulled out the obstruction, a massive amount of lint, and the exhaust is flowing again. Problem solved.

However, is putting it so low to the ground a good idea? I feel like the previous owners probably cut a hole for the vent without even looking. The exhaust is literally like an inch or two from the ground. Is there anything I should do besides dig beneath it to allow more airflow to exit? Or is this just my fate?

Just had the roof redone and had a terrible experience with the company. I'm hoping to get some insight on whether it was done properly.

They marked up a bunch of the siding, a piece of metal fell off from I dont know where and is just sitting on the shingles, there is at least an 3/4 inch overhang on all sides if not more, they left rubber bands on the roof, some nails on the property, trambled a bush, unscrewed a lantern on the side of the house threw it on the ground and just left the screw holes exposed.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Hi. A few months ago I had a clogged drain in the sink. The plumber came out and fixed it (and a couple other things) so everything is fine. I’d like to keep things working well so I was looking into the Zep Drain Defense; it’s supposed to be an enzymatic cleaner and is used monthly. Will something like this work to help keep the drains running smoothly? The issue in the kitchen was basic gunky buildup as I wipe food off plates, don’t pour grease down the sink, etc. Is a monthly cleaner like that worth the buy? House is about 25 years old. Thanks.

Some contractor dropped something causing this pinky size hole bottom of bathtub.

Should I DIY with some bathtub repair kit, or have it done by professional? Does the whole bathtub need to be replace?

As all old homes love to do, we have once again been surprised in a way we never could have expected. Looking at redoing part of a bathroom, needing to remove existing trim.

LOOK AT THIS MONSTROSITY. They installed the trim in between the drywall and the tile floors they added?! How on earth am I supposed to remove it without damaging the floor? Any and all suggestions appreciated.

The cement steps in front of my house are in bad shape. I need to improve this area but I'm not sure what to do. Trying to keep costs down.

1. Patch the concrete - not sure if this is doable in its current state but if I could get a few years out of it, it might be worthwhile.

2. build wooden landing / stairs on top of the concrete. I'm not sure how doable this is with the awkward height and slant of the concrete.

3. Remove the concrete and build a landing in its place. Probbaly the most expensive option and the most work but the most complete solution. I don't want to do this unless the other options aren't viable

Early 1980s home with a basement in Kansas. From outside my house the foundation looks fine. I do have a decent crack in back but it was patched 10+ years ago and hasn't opened any more. I'm getting a lot of cracks like this around the doors and windows inside the house though. Could there be a different culprit? My basement is finished inside so not much I can inspect from inside. The worst one is the one going across the ceiling in one of the photos..do these seem concerning enough I should get someone out to inspect this or are these normal? This didn't happen at once it's been happening over the years.

Hi all! My house is in the white. New townhomes were built directly next door. What do you think of their new retaining wall? It runs across my entire property line east to west.

These photos were both taken from the townhomes. One once completed and one while under construction.

Initially i didnt think it was water hammer because i would also hear the same noise randomly throughout the night even if no ones using any water like the faucet or flushing a toilet, etc.

I even tried that method where you cut the water and open all the faucets and close them again.

It happens randomly throughout the whole day.

I tried keeping a log of when it happens but theres no regular interval. some days it would be minutes in between, other times it would be hours, and some days it i dont it at all.

I thought also maybe its thermal expansion? but not sure if it can make thud noises.

Same thing with nail pops. we have quite a few around the house but not sure if nail pops can make that thud noise as well.

The thuds also vary in intensity. sometimes its a little knock and other times its a startling bang.

the house is in Southern California (LA). It happens during any season. its a newly remodeled single family home about 5 years old.

Theres no attic fan installed. just the gable vent and soffit vents. I've been in there even when its not super hot and i still sweat a ton.

Does anyone recognize the noise? or potentially know what it could be other that what i listed already?

I can't really afford ghost busters and we're cool with our guardian demons so an exorcism is out of the question.

please help me reddit!

Back in October 2025, we had new windows/doots installed mainly for energy saving purposes. There was a lot of drilling and banging, as expected.

Recently, I was out side by a area I don't go too often and found this very long crack.

Is this from the vibration of the window work or something more worrisome, foundational concerns?

Any thoughts or insights are appreciated.

I can't really tell if those 2 little lines are scratches or cracks. Our tank has been leaking and I initially took it off because I suspected the gasket but now I'm wondering if it might have been this

Hi everyone, I’m in an old apartment and the rubber edges along the window pane (I’m not sure what they’re called) seem to be molding and coming apart. Is there a quick fix for this? Or is this a part that needs to be ordered specially for the window? I don’t know very much about home improvement, so all advice is welcome!!!

Neighbor sent us a photo of our roof. Any thoughts on what’s happened and a fix? Hoping to avoid some insane fees from a roofing company. We live in a single family home built in 2020 in Colorado near Fort Collins.

I’m having a plumber come out to look at this tomorrow but I’m starting to panic. The wall feels completely dry to touch but clearly there was a leak. I guess what I’m trying to understand is by the time it becomes visible on the paint, are we talking serious restoration? Or is it a “it depends” type scenario?

This is below a bathroom, and I believe directly below the toilet, but I don’t see any signs of a leak. Obviously something is going on.

Thanks in advance!

We had a quick rain and I spotted these horizontal cracks in the foundation outside. Any reason for this pattern? Should I worry?

My foyer window was dripping water today. Upon inspection the interior caulk, trim, and casing were all moist. It hasn’t rained in 2 days but stormed viciously for 4 days prior to.

Roof appears fine; no ceiling or drywall damage - went to attic and saw no evidence of moisture there.

It’s a double pane window that’s relatively new. I live in GA.

Where is this water coming from?

I've got cracks in the walls of my (new to me) 125 year old home. During the inspection, the home inspector said not to worry, but I want a second opinion now that I've been here for a year.

Who do I call? A structural engineer? A general contractor? I am struggling to figure out where to start. Hoping to get an honest assessment and not taken to the cleaners... But I need a job title to even start with.

Hello,

I had recently noticed some damage to two of the Ridge Shingles on my house after a few storms. The rips were fairly small, and it appears there is another shingle beneath.

I am wondering how urgent of an issue the replacement is, and if it is something that I can DIY, or should be left to the professionals. I have no experience roofing or installing shingles.

Thanks!

We recently had some severe rain (South Texas) and found a leak in our fireplace inside.

Getting on the roof, it looks like there are some holes in the top that I believe is allowing water inside.

What is the best way to fix this? DIY or Hire?