How much does one of those guys cost? I like to think having been trained in the military as a carpenter, mason, sheetmetal frabrication and wielder all rolled into one MOS (AFSC), id be harder to fool then your average joe. Of course that was years ago too.

Our home inspector charged us $300 when he did our new construction inspection back in 2001 in Virginia

Dont rely on yourself hire a professional. As said they look for things you would have never thought of.

In fact alot of mortgages specifically require a professional.

And it is not only about recognizing poor workmanship, it is also about knowing the codes for your state/county/locality.

Hmm ok. so hire the inspector AND do your own. :O:

Three hundred dollars is what I paid. Worth every penny too imo.

Some pictures of the 'before'

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/h...m/DSCN2418.jpg

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/h...m/DSCN2417.jpg

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/h...m/DSCN2416.jpg

http://i259.photobucket.com/albums/h...m/DSCN2419.jpg

That is a damn mess. I would pull that entire floor out and start fresh.

Well I will end up taking out at least half now that Ive seen the extent. the damn sink cabinet is a stumbling block I had not anticipated. I got frustrated last night when I realized I had to take the sink out as well and just stopped right there and had a drink :haha:

Im not sure if I will remove both the flooring and the subfloor yet. Ill see when I get more cleared out.

Particle board... in a bathroom... stupid ! :nope: If I had my way that damn particle board would be prohibited for use in construction.

That is the issue..the particle board. This and moisture do not mix as you have found out. The bathroom does not look very big. Consider good subflooring for some nice tile. Looks nice and increase the value of your home. :03: