There are not all that many roofs that I do not walk on---but one of the kinds I don’t usually walk on is steep metal roofs.If one thinks back to their childhood---they make slippery-slides out of metal for a reason.I know there are plastic ones, but they are not nearly as good as metal ones----unless there is water running down them.
So, I was looking at this one from the eaves and from the ground, to make as good an assessment of the roof as I could.
I think everyone can see in this picture that there is no flashing around this vent pipe.
From the attic side, it is as clear as blue sky and green grass that there just “ain’t no flashing.”
WHOOPS!
Charles Buell
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Do you see this too? 4% commission for the selling agent on a bank owned property in Saint Petersburg Tampabay.
Over the last few weeks I see more and more 4% commissions for selling agents when it comes to REO properties.
To say the least, here in Saint Petersburg Tampabay we have a very challenging real estate market.
Regular sellers try to negotiate the lowest commission possible with their listing agent and now on top of being up against extremely low asking prices these sellers also have to face a 4% commission to selling agents on bank owned properties in our Saint Petersburg market. Never a dull moment in Real Estate.
I have been accused of being “clever” myself on occasion, so I tend to recognize it when I see it.When it comes to home repairs being clever can be a good thing---but without enough information it can be dangerous.
Take TPRV drains for example.
There is a TPRV (Temperature, Pressure Relief Valve) on every water heater.It should have a drain on it that runs to an appropriate location without running up hill.While these valves may harmlessly leak a little water now and then, they are designed as a safety relief valve where tremendous amounts of very hot water may need to be drained away in a hurry.
The installation of the drain termination pictured below (copper pipe entering from the top, right) will likely be satisfactory for minor leaking of the TPRV, but it will not be satisfactory in an explosive relief of pressure.Very hot water would likely be sprayed everywhere in the room before it found its way into the drain with a washing machine hose stuck in it.
The odd thing about this installation is that it would have been way easier to have routed the drain to a more appropriate location.
Charles Buell
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Sorry if I have offended any cigar smokers out there, but by the time the smoke clears maybe you will forgive me----then again maybe not.
Inspectors are always harping about how hot heat lamps and electric heaters can get.The following pictures were from an inspection of a home that was less than a year old.A far shorter period of time than it takes to age a good cigar (some might say this is an oxymoron---but what do I know----I just don’t like cigars).
When the door is left ajar it parks itself right under the heat lamp with the obvious result that the heat lamp is smoking the door.
It was really hard to get a good picture of the top of the door but there is a large depression in the edge where the wood has become charcoal.
Leaves one to wonder about the smoke alarm/detectors in the home doesn’t it?
My buyer seemed to take it all in stride and just said they would be sure to remind their teenage son to be careful not to park the door under the heat lamp.
This time it was the inspectors turn to “freak-out” at the inspection, as I told them, “NO---this was not acceptable----and MUST be fixed.”
Someone needs to relocate the heat lamp so that it is not in the swing of the door.
Charles Buell
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I could not believe what I heard today "I do not show Short Sales in St. Petersburg"
It doesn't matter how long you are in the Real Estate business, there is something new every day. Imagine this, it is 7.30 am, I had one too many drinks last night, it is a full moon and my coffee pot was very slow........My phone rings, I answer in my best realtor voice (despite the above mentioned problems) and I have a not to friendly voice at the other end, asking if one of my listings was still available. She goes on telling me that she has been trying for more than two weeks to see the house but that I obviously make it impossible to show the listing. I had NO clue what this lady was talking about and she went on telling me that her realtor has been trying to make an appointment with me for over two weeks and cannot get one. (Please keep my morning problems in mind) I heard myself say. I am sorry but this is BS. I never ever use these words or the abbreviation but this accusation was simply outrageous before coffee at 7.30 in the morning. I make an all day story short, in the end we found out that her realtor had never ever contacted me and that he simply does not show Short Sales but instead of saying to his clients "I do not show Short Sales in St. Petersburg" he tells them that the listing agent can't be reached or that the house is tenant occupied and can't be shown.
The story had a happy ending, I showed the house a few hours later and wrote up an offer.
BUT I just can't get it out of my mind "I do not show Short Sales in St. Petersburg"
I wonder how many Realtors are out there NOT showing Short Sales?
Is this a onetime incident or do you have similar experiences?
La Bella Vita, luxury waterfront condo on Treasure Island Florida for sale.
La Bella Vita is a small luxury condo complex in beautiful Treasure Island, Tampabay.
If you are looking for the perfect location on the wide open water and at the same time walking distance to Treasure Island beach and the Gulf of Mexico, La Bella Vita might just be it.
This beautiful condo building is a little set back from busy Gulf Blvd here in Treasure Island but it is still close enough to walk to all the great things Treasure Island has to offer. This 3 bedroom 3 and1/2 bath has about 3000 heated square feet and lots of balcony space. High ceilings, columns, gourmet kitchen, beautiful waterfront pool, you name it.
La Bella Vita was built in 2004/2005 and the complex has only 16 units altogether.The architect/ builder was Hani Matta who is well known in our area and has been in business since 1983. He has completed over 130 projects and the La Bella Vita is one of them. This complex sits on a prime waterfront lot and has 340 feet right on the Bay/ Intracoastal.
Each one of the La Bella Vita units has a private elevator entrance and a little private foyer before you actually walk into the unit. All of the condos in La Bella Vita have an awesome water view onto the open Boca Ciega bay.
This waterfront condominium building is located on 108 th Ave in Treasure Island, just a minute to the new Treasure Island Causeway and Central Ave. The location is great, 40 minutes to Tampa airport, 15 minutes to downtown St. Petersburg, 15 minutes to Fort De Soto, 10 minutes to the Don Cesar hotel, 4 minutes to Sunset beach, 1 minute to the beaches of Treasure Island, 2 minutes to one of our best area restaurant, "The Perl" and the list goes on and on and on.
One thing I really like about the Bella Vita is that you get both, the sunset and the sunrise, how lucky can you be? You have a huge balcony facing east and another balcony facing west. Views on both sides of your condo. But it get better, La Bella Vita is one of the few luxury waterfront condo complexes that have boat slips. The location is a boater's paradise, within minutes you can get to the Golf of Mexico by using John's Pass or Blind Pass.
If you think about buying or selling a house or condo in the Saint PetersburgTampabay Florida area, please give me a call. Ask me about waterfront homes or condos in St. Pete beach, Treasure Island, Madeira beach, Seminole and other Clearwater Tampabay neighborhoods. Find out what we can do to sell your home or condo and what the value of your property is. Check out great real estate deals or visit condo associations like Seminole Isle.
HAWAIIAN HULA IN ST. PETE BEACH St. Pete Beach, FL: Hawaiian Hula and a variety of other techniques are now taught at the St. Pete Beach Community Center. Instructor Taumaia Quinnan teaches Hawaiian Hula for overall health and fitness which includes Tahitian slow and fast movement of hips to work the core and align the spine for great blood flow. The course also uses Maori Poi balls of New Zealand to help arthritic hands, shoulders and all of the upper body. All of these dances will greatly improve overall well-being and are helpful in improving golf scores and any other sports in mind. For information on class dates, times and fees contact instructor Taumaia Quinnan at 727-289-4086.
New listing, not a Short Sale, waterfront condo for sale at Seminole Isle, 7069 Key Haven unit 603
Not a Short Sale, just an incredibly low price in Seminole Isle.
This unit has it all. More than $50,000 in upgrades.
This 3 bedroom 2 bath condo in Seminole Isle is on the top floor and has beautiful views on to the Lake.
Sit on your balcony and watch the sunrise, or take a morning stroll along the serene waterfront of Lake Seminole.
Spend a few hours at the heated pool that is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping or go to the gym and work out for a little bit, or play a round of tennis or simply grab your fishing gear and go down to the dock.
The wonderful gated community offers a very active but yet relaxed lifestyle. The location is perfect, only minutes to the beaches, shopping and restaurants.
Seminole Isle is only 3 years old, a pet friendly community consisting of 180 condos and 90 townhomes. Do not miss this opportunity; this condo is absolutely gorgeous and no short sale dramas when you buy this one.
Upgrades in Unit 603 Seminole Isle
Over $50,000
* Professionally installed distressed, beveled edge 5" x 3/4" Maple Hardwood floors throughout house except laundry and bathrooms (no carpet).
* Beautiful white Plantation shutters on all windows.
* True 3 bedroom unit with professional builder installed closet with matching paint, baseboards, rounded corners, electricity and lots of shelving in den/bedroom.
* $2,500 worth of beautiful designer beveled edge mirrors in dining room, hallways and bathrooms. (Dining room also has chair rail molding)
* Upgrade designer tile on balcony and master bathroom.
* Upgraded Fisher&Paykel eco smart top load washer & dryer with 5year Sears (full coverage) transferable and good till 1/31/2014.
* 5 upgraded beautiful palm leaf style ceiling fans with built in lights and separate dimmer switches in 3 bedrooms, living room and balcony.
* Beautiful smoked glass sliding door on bathtub/shower in 2nd bathroom. Also, matching Spice Maple vanity cabinet.
* Upgraded easy to use automatic regeneration water softener.
* Lots of professionally installed custom closet shelving in all three bedrooms.
* Living room is wired for surround system in wall and ceiling. (Wiring is already professionally installed).
* House was purchased new and moved into by current owner in 8/07 and has almost 8yrs left on 10 yr how warranty. (Non smoking house)
* Upgraded beautiful spice Maple cabinets (42" to 30") in Kitchen, Laundry Room, Bathrooms, Dining room and built in desk.
* Upgraded GE Stainless Steel appliances with double wide Fridge with water & ice in the door & purifier.
* Gorgeous Granite counter tops in kitchen, breakfast bar and built in desk.
* Top floor unit with beautiful views from front and back of unit of bayou; inter coastal; community lake with water fountain, community boat house, Picnic area and private beach; and downtown St Pete. This unit gets very little rain on the balcony or master bedroom windows because of an overhang roof that only the 603 and 604 units have directly over their balcony and windows in the back.
* Builder installed upgrades include but are not limited to: chandeliers, other light fixtures, tile, cabinets, paint, rounded corners, crown molding etc.
If you think aboutbuying or selling a house or condo in the Saint Petersburg Tampabay Florida area, please give me a call. Ask me about waterfront homes or condos in St. Pete beach, Treasure Island, Madeira beach, Seminole and other Clearwater Tampabay neighborhoods. Find out what we can do to sell your home or condo and what the value of your property is. Check out great real estate deals or visit condo associations like Seminole Isle.
Sometimes we have those “light-bulb” moments in our lives where something just “clicks” and we understand things in a way that we just could not grasp them previously.
The “mechanisms” for these moments are not well understood, and yet sometimes it is actually hard to understand how we could possibly miss some of the details around us.
We have all had these moments haven’t we?
The other day, something came up on the inspection that got me to thinking about this.The problem I have with the issue that I found is:1. how could the original installer NOT have had a light bulb-moment about it; and 2. why would everyone put up with it for 27 years?
Charles Buell
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Dif ● runt. An ad-jek-tuv meanin': 1 unlike in form, kwality, or nature 2 dis-tinkt 3 dif-ring from all others 4 un-use-u-al.
Havin' lived in the south all my life, I know that southern folks are dif-runt. That's jus' the way is an' some folks jus' ain't a-gonna change.
Now jus' when my tired 'ol eyeballz thought that they'd seen it all some brilliant sole came up with this novel way of installin' one of those new fanguled satti-lite antenna thing-a-ma-jabbers.
Hellz-Bellz, they musta got plum tuckered out carrin' those diggers from the shed ☺☺☺
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La Bella Vita is a small luxury condo complex in beautiful Treasure Island, Tampabay.
This beautiful condo building is a little set back from busy Gulf Blvd here in Treasure Island but it is still close enough to walk to all the great things Treasure Island has to offer. This 3 bedroom 3 and1/2 bath has about 3000 heated square feet and lots of balcony space. High ceilings, columns, gourmet kitchen, beautiful waterfront pool, you name it.
La Bella Vita was built in 2004/2005 and the complex has only 16 units altogether.The architect/ builder was Hani Matta who is well known in our area and has been in business since 1983. He has completed over 130 projects and the La Bella Vita is one of them. This complex sits on a prime waterfront lot and has 340 feet right on the Bay/ Intracoastal.
Each one of the La Bella Vita units has a private elevator entrance and a little private foyer before you actually walk into the unit. All of the condos in La Bella Vita have an awesome water view onto the open Boca Ciega bay.
This waterfront condominium building is located on 108 th Ave in Treasure Island, just a minute to the new Treasure Island Causeway and Central Ave. The location is great, 40 minutes to Tampa airport, 15 minutes to downtown St. Petersburg, 15 minutes to Fort De Soto, 10 minutes to the Don Cesar hotel, 4 minutes to Sunset beach, 1 minute to the beaches of Treasure Island, 2 minutes to one of our best area restaurant, "The Perl" and the list goes on and on and on.
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