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Thanks for the follow up. How did they troubleshoot it?

Are you sure that you disconnected everything from the affected circuit? Did you have any recent installs that required putting screws in the wall? You could also try to use multimeter to check for continuity where there should not be any, but make sure that there is no voltage. You should be...

There are area where T1-11 is damaged, and there T1-11 is to be replaced with OSB of matching thickness, I think it is 5/8". The question is why would non damaged T1-11 need to be replaced, because it adds quiet a bit of work. Good point on location, it is NorCal, close to the ocean with humid...

@Ultradog MN could you post an update on how the repair went?

It is a house with heating, there is felt under exiting T1-11. Some areas of T1-11 are fine, some have rots and obviously need to be replaced with OSB. T1-11 is painted, not sure exactly what exact exterior paint was used. Windows and doors to be reflashed and all trims to be replaced with Sadie...

Hello and thank you for letting me join this forum. I am considering Hardie plank lap siding and have few questions: One of the contractors I am talking to insists that you cannot put Hardie planks over the existing T1-11 and that it needs to be replaced with OSB first. From my research and...