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"42 million views in 7 days. $0 generated. I feel like an idiot lol."
"Everyone says "traffic is the hardest part" but having massive traffic with literally nothing to sell is way worse. Do u guys just run affiliate links or what? I can print top-of-funnel traffic all day but I suck at building software. Looking to team up with a founder who has a killer product but zero marketing skills. Let's merge."
"Live mold found in new build framing 4 months after closing. Builder claims it's "contained and safe" because it's dried to 8.5%."
"Hey everyone, I need some realistic feedback on how to handle my builder (Pxxxx Homes). Closed on a brand-new construction in **January 2026**. In May (just 4 months after closing), the builder opened up a section of my basement ceiling drywall to relocate a thermostat under a warranty service request. I found a spot with **heavy, dark green/black mold colonization on a truss.** [Mold picture]() At the time I didn't think much of it and just cleaned it off with Lysol disinfectant. One night I wanted to make sure the problem wasn't widespread and opened up more small sections in the basement ceiling, and I found more moldy spots. [more mold 1]() [more mold 2]() [more mold 3]() and there are more! **The Builder's Response:** At first, builder's warranty rep came out and took a look at it and claimed it "didn't look like mold." So I got a petri dish mold kit from Amazon and took a sample from the wood frame. Also, I left a dish open in the basement and another in the kitchen for one hour. The petri dish was incubated for 30hours at 98 'F. [) [) [) Seeing how there is so much growth from the framing. After I showed them the petri dish results, they shifted their narrative. I just received an official email from their Customer Care Team flat-out denying remediation. Their logic? 1. They tested the wood now, and the moisture level is **8.5%** (well below the 19% industry standard). Therefore, they claim the organic matter is "dormant and cannot spread." 2. They literally wrote: *"Once enclosed behind drywall, the material is effectively separated from the living environment."* They then cited **Item 14 under Warranty Exclusions** (no actual physical damage, so no coverage). Here are the facts: * Since day one of moving in, I’ve been running a dehumidifier in the basement. There are **no active water leaks**, no floods, and no homeowner negligence. * To me, this is undeniable proof that Pulte enclosed the wall cavities using rain-soaked or pre-contaminated lumber during construction without allowing a proper drying-out period. * The framing sample exploded into thriving fungal colonies on the culture plate. It is absolutely **live, viable mold**. **The Builder's Response:** First, builder's warranty rep claimed it "didn't look like mold." After I showed them the petri dish results, they shifted their narrative. I just received an official email from their Customer Care Team flat-out denying remediation. Their logic? 1. They tested the wood now, and the moisture level is **8.5%** (well below the 19% industry standard). Therefore, they claim the organic matter is "dormant and cannot spread." 2. They literally wrote: *"Once enclosed behind drywall, the material is effectively separated from the living environment."* They then cited **Item 14 under Warranty Exclusions** (no actual physical damage, so no coverage). **Where I stand right now:** I have already filed a formal mediation request with the warranty service and lodged a complaint with the **BBB**. The warranty service just emailed me suggesting it might just be "lumberyard sapstain" from before installation. Am I crazy for fighting this? Is a builder legally off the hook just because the mold has temporarily dried down to 8.5%? What would be your next move here? **TL;DR:** Found heavy mold on new build framing 4 months after closing. Cultured it myself, it’s 100% live. Builder refuses to remediate because it's currently dried to 8.5% and claims drywall "separates it from the living environment.""
"grocery costs are KILLING my finances"
"So, for context: I work at an incredibly physically intensive job that is also extremely calorie burning. That being said, I also have a tendency to overeat on top of that (ADHD?) and my grocery bill is $500-$1000/month?? Help?? I'm spending $20-$30 a DAY on groceries and I'm just genuinely lost at to what the hell to do. I don't have time, attention span, or energy left over to prepare/cook actual meals (mostly from work and also, night shifts fucking with my energy levels), but at the same time, I try my best to eat somewhat healthy. So, my common food items: roasted chickpeas, bananas, blueberries (when on sale), raspberries (when on sale), bagels, sparkling water, caffeinated sparkling water (for night shift work), whole grain goldfish, peanuts, apples, and honey bunches of oats (cereal). So, do I just buy potatoes, oats, beans, and rice on wholesale and just live off exclusively those?? Because I probably go through 3,000-4,000 calories a day. From both my work and also, chronic overeating."
"Contractor installed Class 3 shingles instead of contracted Class 4 (plus flashing/siding damage). Holding full $22k balance—what are my options?"
"Hey everyone, looking for some advice and creative options on a roofing dispute I’m currently navigating. I’m holding 100% of the contract leverage right now, but I want to make sure I explore every potential resolution before I negotiate with the owner today. **The Project & Contract** Total Contract Amount: $22,000 (House and detached garage). Current Payment Status: Paid $0. I am holding the full balance in cash; no digital authorizations or signatures have been given post-install. The Spec: The signed contract explicitly specifies an Owens Corning Class 4 Preferred Storm/Flex Roofing System upgrade. I explicitly chose this for superior impact resistance and the permanent, annual homeowners insurance premium discounts. **The Ordeal & Discoveries** The Material Downgrade: On completion of the project, I noticed leftover bundles sitting in my driveway were actually Owens Corning Duration Class 3 shingles. This was after the crew was gone. The Office Admits It: I immediately called the office coordinator. She checked the contract and confirmed on the record that Class 4 was absolutely specified for both the house and the garage. She claimed she would have to check with the distributor on Monday to see what happened. The Installation Detours: Because it was the weekend, the crew proceeded to install the Class 3 shingles anyway. **Workmanship / Damage Issues:** Siding Damage: During the tear-off/replacement of the step flashing behind my blue painted board-and-batten siding, the crew blew out and broke the bottom edge of the siding panels. Instead of leaving a clean, manufacturer-specified clearance gap, it’s jagged and broken. Missing Kickout Flashing: They completely omitted the kickout flashing where a lower roof section terminates next to a window, guaranteeing water dumps right behind the siding. **The Paper Trail & Current Status** On Saturday, I sent a detailed email to the owner tracking all of this. I cited manufacturer (Owens Corning) and ARMA guidelines regarding the siding clearance, documented the missing kickout flashing, and formally brought up the Class 3 vs. Class 4 breach of contract. The owner replied over the weekend admitting they needed to figure out how the distributor shipped Duration (Class 3) vs. Flex (Class 4), canceled the routine project manager walkthrough for this morning, and said they’d have a "solution" for me today. The office coordinator just called me to talk, but I am forcing them to keep communications strictly to text/email to preserve the paper trail. What are my best paths forward? The way I see it, the flashing corrections and siding repairs (cutting a clean horizontal 1-inch gap, priming, and painting the raw edge so it doesn't wick moisture) are standard code and warranty fixes they are legally obligated to do anyway. The real issue is the shingle downgrade. A total tear-off and redo to give me the Class 4s I paid for would cost them well over $10,000 in labor and wasted materials. I want to know how you all would handle this to get maximum value/protection out of this mistake. What options should I put on the table? For example: Should I demand a total tear-off and force them to put the Class 4 roof on, or is that more headache than it's worth? If I keep the Class 3 roof, what is a reasonable financial credit for losing out on a permanent annual insurance discount and getting a lower-tier product? (I was thinking around $2,400 / 10.5% off, but is that too low?) For those who have dealt with board-and-batten blowouts during a reroof, is a clean horizontal cut + priming/painting the raw wood the correct structural fix to prevent moisture wicking? Hit me with your best tactical options. I want to make sure I have all the blind spots covered before the owner reaches back out. UPDATE:"