The hunt begins anew
Oct. 8th, 2016 01:30 pm![[personal profile]](https://www.dreamwidth.org/img/silk/identity/user.png){kind=small}
superbadgirlIn an ill-advised move, yesterday I started peeling back the buckling paint upstairs at the wall where the chimney is. I knew what I'd find, and boy, did I.
YUCK!
It was ill advised because I had no means to remediate the mold which I essentially let loose. I tried to tape a plastic garbage bag over it, but let me tell ya: packing tape does not stick to walls! I didn't have anything else. First thing this AM I headed out to get a bottle of bleach. Not my favorite item, hence me not having any on hand... It works, though.
I have left message for two more roofing contractors. So far, still tumbleweed and crickets in response. I don't want to use Kilz and repaint before I know the issue is resolved - not sure if the drywall should be replaced. I imagine if it's molding on the inside, the back side is even worse. Gosh, I hope I have enough of that orange paint or I'm going to have to re-do that whole room. Not in love with the color, but also not in love with painting. Hee.
Home ownership, whee! This is actually why I think I'll have a pro look at my tub to re-grout and caulk. I worry there might be something lurking back there that I wouldn't know to look for. Gotta save up a bit for that, though.
On the way downtown for the bleach run, I walked by Pita's new house. She was outside and her new male guardian A. was kind enough to let me have a few minutes with her. He said he'd actually hoped I'd stop by. She's doing so well. He agreed with me - she's just about the most perfect dog, gets along with their 6 YO and pet bird just fine and likes to snuggle. He also said that once when she was new there she busted out of her leash and took off pell mell after a cat across the street. Ran right into traffic. So, while I think I could have gotten her to ignore my monsters after a lot of work, the cat-chasing thing was just in her blood. Apparently she had the same reaction with deer. It was so good to see her, and I know for sure now I made the right call for her. She looked very happy and healthy and A. said I could always stop and say hi if she's out with any of them. ♥
YUCK!
It was ill advised because I had no means to remediate the mold which I essentially let loose. I tried to tape a plastic garbage bag over it, but let me tell ya: packing tape does not stick to walls! I didn't have anything else. First thing this AM I headed out to get a bottle of bleach. Not my favorite item, hence me not having any on hand... It works, though.
I have left message for two more roofing contractors. So far, still tumbleweed and crickets in response. I don't want to use Kilz and repaint before I know the issue is resolved - not sure if the drywall should be replaced. I imagine if it's molding on the inside, the back side is even worse. Gosh, I hope I have enough of that orange paint or I'm going to have to re-do that whole room. Not in love with the color, but also not in love with painting. Hee.
Home ownership, whee! This is actually why I think I'll have a pro look at my tub to re-grout and caulk. I worry there might be something lurking back there that I wouldn't know to look for. Gotta save up a bit for that, though.
On the way downtown for the bleach run, I walked by Pita's new house. She was outside and her new male guardian A. was kind enough to let me have a few minutes with her. He said he'd actually hoped I'd stop by. She's doing so well. He agreed with me - she's just about the most perfect dog, gets along with their 6 YO and pet bird just fine and likes to snuggle. He also said that once when she was new there she busted out of her leash and took off pell mell after a cat across the street. Ran right into traffic. So, while I think I could have gotten her to ignore my monsters after a lot of work, the cat-chasing thing was just in her blood. Apparently she had the same reaction with deer. It was so good to see her, and I know for sure now I made the right call for her. She looked very happy and healthy and A. said I could always stop and say hi if she's out with any of them. ♥
