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  1. Thumbs up Sticky Thread Sticky: I want to give a special "Thank You" to...

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 05-02-2013 01:26 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 21,781
    ROBERT YOUNG
    04-09-2016, 07:33 PM Go to last post

  2. Sticky Thread Sticky: Furnace Age Information

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 07-24-2013 01:04 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 39,795
    Sky Jones
    09-26-2014, 10:17 AM Go to last post

  1. Shared forced air ducting in duplex

    Started by Terry Beck, 10-28-2017 10:18 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 7,073
    Markus Keller
    10-29-2017, 08:01 AM Go to last post

  2. White flex duct

    Started by ren ramsey, 10-08-2017 06:16 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 6,064
    Brian Miller
    10-11-2017, 07:22 AM Go to last post

  3. gas appliances off bathroom

    Started by Randy West, 10-02-2017 07:26 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,433
    John Kogel
    10-03-2017, 06:14 PM Go to last post

  4. Age of furnace needed

    Started by sidney alstad, 09-21-2017 04:10 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,441
    Nick Ostrowski
    09-25-2017, 08:07 AM Go to last post

  5. Goodman Tonage

    Started by Sam Morris, 09-22-2017 03:12 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 4,760
    Jerry Peck
    09-25-2017, 07:45 AM Go to last post

  6. Are Bathrooms Still not Considered Habitable Spaces?

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 09-12-2017 12:30 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 6,204
    Jerry Peck
    09-20-2017, 05:50 AM Go to last post

  7. Fan Motor Changed - Now Wiring Sticking Out?

    Started by Jennifer Bauer, 08-06-2016 08:24 PM
    capacitor, fan, fan motor, hvac technician, wires 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 8,630
    Jerry Peck
    09-14-2017, 05:17 AM Go to last post

  8. Goodman Manufacturing AC Question

    Started by Fay Meaux, 07-26-2017 01:48 PM
    air, avptc426014aa, intake, issue, ton
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 6,547
    Richard Bushong
    09-10-2017, 05:49 PM Go to last post

  9. Are condensation pan and safety switch required by code in basement garage closet?

    Started by Mike Tao, 08-30-2017 12:26 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,732
    Markus Keller
    09-04-2017, 08:33 AM Go to last post

  10. Window screen requirements?

    Started by JD Johnson, 11-03-2008 02:12 PM
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 28,693
    Jerry Peck
    08-29-2017, 12:01 PM Go to last post

  11. Pipe material

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 08-19-2017 01:24 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 5,274
    wayne soper
    08-27-2017, 05:06 PM Go to last post

  12. Burnt Thermostat Wiring

    Started by Rick Hurst, 11-08-2007 09:38 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 16,107
    Gunnar Alquist
    08-27-2017, 04:37 PM Go to last post

  13. Air Condition issue - Video included

    Started by John Marino, 06-30-2017 12:53 PM
    ac issue, ac problem, ac repair, airconditioning leak, garage 7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 30
    • Views: 15,185
    ROBERT YOUNG
    08-16-2017, 02:28 AM Go to last post

  14. Boiler age

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 04-17-2017 01:07 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 11,561
    ROBERT YOUNG
    07-17-2017, 11:44 AM Go to last post

  15. Thermostat wires on attic floor -new construction

    Started by Randall Clark, 05-26-2017 06:41 PM
    bent, code, floor, nails, wire 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 6,797
    Jerry Peck
    07-16-2017, 05:49 AM Go to last post

  16. A/C Condenser Unit in Attic?

    Started by Ben Flink, 05-23-2017 10:32 AM
    a/c, appreciated, attic, condenser, owner 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 8,795
    Dirk Jeanis
    06-02-2017, 07:05 PM Go to last post

  17. Radiant piping in basement ceilings, exposed

    Started by Ernie Simpson, 05-20-2017 12:32 PM
    addition, basement, heating, large, radiant 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 6,084
    E. B. AhhRobot
    06-02-2017, 06:41 AM Go to last post

  18. PEX Hot Water Line Temperature Rating

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 08-22-2012 05:24 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 56,945
    Jerry Peck
    05-25-2017, 05:57 PM Go to last post

  19. Furnace flue insulation

    Started by Habib Othman, 05-11-2017 12:34 PM
    fire, flue, furnace, insulation, rated 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 5,810
    Jerry Peck
    05-11-2017, 01:19 PM Go to last post

  20. Kitchen Exhaust

    Started by Gunnar Alquist, 04-29-2017 11:31 AM
    code, exhaust, exterior, hood, kitchen
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 14,316
    Jerry Peck
    05-04-2017, 07:26 PM Go to last post

  21. Gas Funcae in attic space behind bedroom closet

    Started by Jeff Zehnder, 04-14-2017 10:08 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,665
    Jerry Peck
    04-22-2017, 11:13 AM Go to last post

  22. Brompton Industries

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 04-06-2017 04:38 PM
    advance, brompton, industries, labeling, tags 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,713
    ROBERT YOUNG
    04-06-2017, 07:39 PM Go to last post

  23. Question Water heater & heating system next to the window!!

    Started by Dido_P, 03-30-2017 05:25 AM
    heating, heating system vent, water, water heater vent, window proximity
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 5,270
    Garry Sorrells
    03-30-2017, 07:50 AM Go to last post

  24. YORK HVAC Age

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 03-04-2017 08:00 AM
    back, hvac, legible, ray, york 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 7,473
    Garry Sorrells
    03-05-2017, 08:46 AM Go to last post

  25. Introduction

    Started by Chris Christy, 02-28-2017 01:09 AM
    christy, inspection, news, signing, w.l
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 3,872
    Chris Christy
    02-28-2017, 01:09 AM Go to last post

  26. Brokke oil furnace age.

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 02-10-2017 05:43 PM
    furnace, lo-2m, number, oil, serial 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 6,307
    ROBERT YOUNG
    02-12-2017, 07:22 AM Go to last post

  27. Flexible gas line too long?

    Started by Aaron Scheuerer, 01-16-2017 07:41 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 16,319
    ROBERT YOUNG
    01-20-2017, 03:16 PM Go to last post

  28. oil furnace in the garage.

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 12-24-2016 01:36 AM
    exposed, furnace, garage, oil, standard 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 7,614
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-25-2016, 09:53 AM Go to last post

  29. First timer

    Started by Aaron Scheuerer, 12-18-2016 04:21 PM
    fairly, guys, oil, overfilling, word 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 6,889
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-22-2016, 03:55 AM Go to last post

  30. Oil tank , propane water heater , and boiler too close ?!?

    Started by Aaron Scheuerer, 12-18-2016 04:30 PM
    boiler, heater, oil, tank, water 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,217
    Aaron Scheuerer
    12-19-2016, 07:51 AM Go to last post

  31. Temperature reading from gas furnace

    Started by Mike Richards, 12-07-2016 12:23 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 16,014
    Raymond Wand
    12-18-2016, 03:22 PM Go to last post

  32. Heating and Hot Water for a loft over a garage

    Started by Keith Gifford, 12-14-2016 07:23 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,207
    Tom Rees
    12-17-2016, 05:54 PM Go to last post

  33. Can boiler pipes get hot enough to cause a fire if touching?

    Started by Andy Jarchow, 04-27-2010 03:51 AM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 30,008
    Nathan Paling
    12-14-2016, 03:48 PM Go to last post

  34. Manufacturer required

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 12-13-2016 04:55 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,355
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-13-2016, 04:24 PM Go to last post

  35. ZEPHER HEAT PUMP

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 12-09-2016 06:29 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 5,977
    Roy Lewis
    12-09-2016, 05:53 PM Go to last post

  36. Locate manufacture date on a Mueller Climatrol 119-125-3 2DR furnace

    Started by Rex Vaughn, 12-07-2016 09:39 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 4,874
    Jon Ellis
    12-08-2016, 11:13 PM Go to last post

  37. What in the world is this???

    Started by Thiese Francis, 02-13-2016 07:22 PM
    company, hired, issues, strong, vents 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,400
    Jim Luttrall
    12-06-2016, 07:37 PM Go to last post

  38. Disconnect switch location photos.

    Started by Gene South, 12-03-2016 09:57 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 4,451
    BARRY ADAIR
    12-05-2016, 06:40 PM Go to last post

  39. Boiler age

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 12-03-2016 05:09 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,726
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-04-2016, 12:24 PM Go to last post

  40. No drain pan in attic

    Started by Ricky Davis, 12-02-2016 11:58 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 5,631
    Jerry Peck
    12-04-2016, 12:23 PM Go to last post

  41. AC manufacturing information

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 11-29-2016 09:23 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,419
    ROBERT YOUNG
    11-30-2016, 02:52 AM Go to last post

  42. what kind of inspector do I need

    Started by Darrin Skinner, 11-23-2016 01:26 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,729
    Darrin Skinner
    11-23-2016, 01:26 AM Go to last post

  43. "PVC" Duct In A Residential Forced Air System?

    Started by Michael Thomas, 01-19-2011 05:31 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 54,052
    Amanda Hill
    11-17-2016, 02:20 PM Go to last post

  44. Cold Air Return for Geo Thermal Heating

    Started by Mike Tracy, 11-05-2016 05:17 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,804
    Jerry Peck
    11-05-2016, 12:22 PM Go to last post

  45. High Efficiency Furnace Vent Question

    Started by Chris Stichter, 11-03-2016 12:22 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 6,492
    Chris Stichter
    11-04-2016, 04:31 PM Go to last post

  46. Oil furnace age

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 10-30-2016 01:47 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,009
    ROBERT YOUNG
    10-30-2016, 06:09 PM Go to last post

  47. Pre 80's Singer A/C

    Started by J Young, 10-26-2016 11:08 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,206
    J Young
    10-26-2016, 11:08 AM Go to last post

  48. Question What's Causing this Damage to A/C Unit Fins?

    Started by Hastibe, 10-12-2016 08:30 PM
    air conditioning, bottom, causing, fins, unit 5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 5,887
    Keith Winston
    10-21-2016, 04:11 PM Go to last post

  49. Exhaust Vent Booster

    Started by Jim Robinson, 10-21-2016 01:57 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,091
    Jim Robinson
    10-21-2016, 01:57 PM Go to last post

  50. Why would a supply vent be routed back to the return side? See photo

    Started by Gene South, 10-13-2016 05:35 AM
    back, return, routed, side, supply 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,590
    Gene South
    10-13-2016, 08:53 AM Go to last post

  51. bath fan venting

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 09-22-2016 05:28 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,691
    Marshall Brown
    10-06-2016, 09:10 AM Go to last post

  52. Flex appliance connector?

    Started by Dave Rose, 09-24-2016 02:53 PM
    appliance, cabinet, fac, issues, run 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,049
    Dan Hagman
    10-02-2016, 03:17 PM Go to last post

  53. AC Secondary Pan

    Started by Jack Tam, 09-02-2016 08:18 PM
    case, inches, pan, perimeter, small 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 9,548
    Tom Rees
    10-01-2016, 05:18 AM Go to last post

  54. Hot Spot on Furnace Cabinet?

    Started by Michael Chambers, 09-24-2016 02:59 PM
    furnace, hot, question, side, spot 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 5,703
    Bob Harper
    09-26-2016, 05:49 PM Go to last post

  55. Dryer Vent Attached to Bathroom Exhaust Vent

    Started by Rick Milano, 08-26-2016 04:26 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 5,189
    Dave Rose
    09-24-2016, 04:10 PM Go to last post

  56. Gas furnace return air vent located next to gas water heater in the kitchen

    Started by Trent Spivey, 06-15-2016 02:08 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,942
    Michael Chambers
    09-24-2016, 02:32 PM Go to last post

  57. Saw this on new-build house yesterday

    Started by Gene South, 09-01-2016 04:49 AM
    area, dallas, frisco, texas, yesterday 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,829
    Gene South
    09-06-2016, 06:59 AM Go to last post

  58. Ventilaion Questions

    Started by Chris Stichter, 08-10-2016 07:21 PM
    bathroom, door, laundry, ventilation, vents
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 5,524
    Glenn Duxbury
    08-25-2016, 08:26 PM Go to last post

  59. Difference between UPC fuel code and International Fuel Gas Code

    Started by Mick Collins, 08-24-2016 03:12 PM
    code, fuel, gas, international, upc
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,575
    Mick Collins
    08-24-2016, 03:12 PM Go to last post

  60. Identify this object on the duct work

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 08-04-2016 01:34 PM
    duct, identify, object, part, work 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 4,544
    Mark Reinmiller
    08-05-2016, 12:36 PM Go to last post

  61. Contract

    Started by amanmanku22, 08-02-2016 09:29 PM
    advance, agent, client, estate, real
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,975
    Ian Page
    08-05-2016, 10:51 AM Go to last post

  62. Split Exhaust

    Started by Tim Morrison, 08-02-2016 03:01 PM
    exhaust, good, inspector, note, split 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,652
    Tim Morrison
    08-02-2016, 03:01 PM Go to last post

  63. Heat Pump calling for heat

    Started by Ian Page, 06-27-2016 09:48 AM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 6,129
    ROBERT YOUNG
    07-11-2016, 08:25 AM Go to last post

  64. One return, two levels

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 07-05-2016 12:33 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,436
    John Kogel
    07-07-2016, 04:39 PM Go to last post

  65. Air intake

    Started by Russell Melville, 06-28-2016 05:06 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,633
    Bob Harper
    06-30-2016, 05:17 PM Go to last post

  66. HVAC AGE

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 06-27-2016 06:15 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,948
    ROBERT YOUNG
    06-28-2016, 06:53 PM Go to last post

  67. orphaned water heater

    Started by Randy West, 06-18-2016 02:50 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 8,480
    Bob Harper
    06-19-2016, 11:07 AM Go to last post

  68. Apollo Systems

    Started by David Watson, 06-11-2016 02:33 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,743
    David Watson
    06-12-2016, 08:48 AM Go to last post

  69. HVAC Drier Filter

    Started by Ian Page, 06-04-2016 01:44 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 5,961
    ROBERT YOUNG
    06-06-2016, 07:41 AM Go to last post

  70. Electric Range venting question.

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 05-27-2016 01:45 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,629
    ROBERT YOUNG
    05-28-2016, 02:30 AM Go to last post

  71. Noise from main AC drain below bathroom sink

    Started by Gene South, 05-24-2016 06:49 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 5,954
    Mark Reinmiller
    05-25-2016, 07:21 PM Go to last post

  72. AC UNITS DAMAGED BY BUILDER'S BRICK CLEANING ACID

    Started by Gene South, 05-19-2016 09:30 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 9,102
    Jerry Peck
    05-23-2016, 05:07 AM Go to last post

  73. Acid sprayed inside new AC condenser

    Started by Gene South, 12-05-2015 12:14 PM
    acid, agent, cleaning, contact, muratic 5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 5,975
    BARRY ADAIR
    05-22-2016, 02:08 PM Go to last post

  74. Is one furnace ok?

    Started by Wayne Edwards, 04-06-2016 06:24 AM
    building, furnace, home, thermostat, thoughts
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,159
    Mary Knox
    05-07-2016, 03:24 AM Go to last post

  75. Rheem Furnace date???

    Started by Thomas Walker, 04-26-2016 07:13 PM
    c7d130423601, date, furnace, serial, thinking
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,190
    Jerry Peck
    04-27-2016, 05:17 AM Go to last post

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