|
Water closet
I inspected a 1984 town home today. I don't have any code books for that era. Mine only date back to 97.
Question is was it required to have a pan and drain installed under a water heater that is located in a closet under the stairs on a slab foundation. The TP is also just to the floor. I would think wall damage and floor coverings could occur if it leaks let alone if the Tp pops off.
Another question. The water heater was replaced in 99. Should it not be brought up to that years code standard and a expansion tank and pan installed with a drain to an approved location or would the AHJ say because of the slab and location no drain can be installed without breaking up some slab to the exterior?
If the above doesn't apply how can my clients protect themselves from water damage by means of installing something?
|