#688: Obstructed Ridge Vent, Buying Fixer-Uppers, and Flashing Ledgers

Steve describes the problems and fixes for masonry chimneys. Alex thinks his ridge vent is mistakenly blocked. Jordan and Katherine ask about buying fixer-uppers. Kerry wonders if he should flash a deck ledger with a drainage space.

 

Brain and Ian help Patrick answer listener questions about vapor retarders under ridge vents, potential profits and pitfalls from fixer-uppers, and best practice for flashing ledgers spaced from the wall for drainage.   

  

Tune in to Episode 688 of the Fine Homebuilding Podcast to learn more about:

• Should there be a vapor- or air-control material under ridge vents
• Buying a new home far from your current home 
• Do you need flashing when deck ledgers have drainage spaces

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