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Old 5/7/09, 9:35 PM
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Hi guys
Quick question. I am thinking that these are just old concrete forms left in the foundation after pouring. One was rotted with insect activity. They do not go all the way through the concrete I can't tell how far they go above the siding. What do you guys think?
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Old 5/7/09, 9:44 PM
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I've seen those twice in the last 2 years. I think they are nailing strips for siding. They allow the siding installers to install the siding down the foundation walls further.
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Old 5/7/09, 10:09 PM
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Thanks They are kind of weird. i am worried abot the rot and with the insect activity aound the one


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Are they only in the corners? One would think they should have used treated lumber this close to the ground.


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Old 5/7/09, 10:41 PM
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Thay are where the siding is. I am worried about the insect activity though


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Recommend a pest control contractor



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Recommend a pest control contractor
agreed little to close to the ground there
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I referred it to pest control


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Pest control guy is going to say it is not correct. Condition condusive

Possible forms, possible siding attachements.


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