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Old 07-24-2018, 06:57 AM
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Originally Posted by fw102807 View Post
These are items that would not be included in a home inspection when you purchase a house. As I stated they are only visible when you go to remodel and find out nothing lines up properly. They are not structural defects they are just shoddy workmanship in the finish details. That is why they do not have smooth walls and if you look at your baseboard trim I am sure you will find they used a lot of caulking to fill the gaps.
I believe the caulking is used to seal and finish the baseboards to make them look nice.
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