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March 31, 2008 12:58 AM

Some things don't seem to change, that is the quality of some work I've been seeing. I am wondering if perhaps it has something to do with hurricane Ivan. It's been over 3 years and some of those homes repaired are likely up for sale again. This is another picture of a poorly installed kick out flashing and a homemade extension.

I want to thank Jim Summers from the Pensacola, FL area for requesting to his client that we perform this home and stucco inspection and allowing me to put the photo on here at Activerain

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Gene Allen

Fathom Realty - Cary, NC

Realty Consultant for Cary Real Estate

Looks like innovation at its best if you ask me. If it works why not do it is the mantra of the do it selfer.

Mar 31, 2008 02:02 PM

Jim Summers

Pensacola, FL

Jim,

Another great home inspection. My buyer was very impressed with how you did your job.

Thanks again for another job done right!

Jim

Apr 01, 2008 02:15 PM

Carl Winters

Canyon Lake, TX

Poor, workmanship. You mentioned hurricane Ivan, are you seeing additional homes like this?

Apr 01, 2008 02:27 PM

Jim Ellis

Ellis Home Inspection Services - Pensacola, FL

Hey Carl,

Yes, I'm seeing a more than normal amount of poor workmanship. After Ivan it was extremely difficult to find a good reliable contractor. Many people thought they might be getting the short end of some contracts but felt it was better than nothing and worth the risk. I've been through a number of court cases involving some repairs and building since Ivan but has slowed down considerably. I'm guessing the last of the movers are headed out of town before hurricane season and the rest of the poor work is showing up in repo's. Could be those people that bought at higher prices due to the housing shortage we had for a while.

Apr 01, 2008 10:35 PM

Bruce Pinel

S & B Services LLC - North Kingstown, RI

Looks like the sidewall flashing is questionable too.

Apr 01, 2008 10:39 PM

Carl Winters

Canyon Lake, TX

I remember when someone took pride in their workmanship. This appears to be happening everywhere, just throw it up and let someone worry about it at a later time.

Apr 02, 2008 01:00 AM

Erol Kartal

Schaumburg, IL

Jim,

It's amazing some of thing we see. We need to increase our fees since inspections are taking longer.

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Apr 28, 2008 04:48 AM

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