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  1. Sealed burner water heater question

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 01-29-2008 04:55 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 9,031
    Jerry Peck
    01-30-2008, 08:18 PM Go to last post

  2. Classic

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 04-17-2008 03:03 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,858
    Frank Bombardiere
    04-17-2008, 07:40 PM Go to last post

  3. Toilet venting

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 06-03-2008 09:06 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 11,285
    Vern Heiler
    06-06-2008, 08:46 AM Go to last post

  4. Sewer smell at laundry

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 02-10-2009 06:12 PM
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 8,071
    Joshua Hardesty
    02-13-2009, 07:35 PM Go to last post

  5. Triple Trap

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 02-12-2009 06:37 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,333
    brian schmitt
    02-13-2009, 12:48 PM Go to last post

  6. Pressure relief???

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 02-02-2009 02:01 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 5,239
    Billy Stephens
    02-03-2009, 07:15 PM Go to last post

  7. Don't run the garbage disposal

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 10-11-2010 04:19 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,778
    Markus Keller
    10-11-2010, 08:37 PM Go to last post

  8. 25 gallon water heater

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 07-02-2009 08:16 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 6,773
    Jim Luttrall
    07-03-2009, 12:30 PM Go to last post

  9. CSST incident

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 08-03-2009 03:46 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,881
    wayne soper
    08-03-2009, 04:16 PM Go to last post

  10. DWV

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 09-24-2009 04:10 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,478
    wayne soper
    09-27-2009, 06:20 PM Go to last post

  11. Who pays for meter housing

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 01-22-2010 06:21 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,564
    Marcel Cyr
    01-22-2010, 06:29 PM Go to last post

  12. LP Gas Tank Installation

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 01-26-2011 06:17 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 8,748
    Jack Murdock
    01-29-2011, 11:37 AM Go to last post

  13. Chemical reaction?

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 02-10-2012 04:01 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,657
    Corn Walker
    02-17-2012, 11:49 AM Go to last post

  14. Pressure regulator inside a house

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 02-02-2012 05:48 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 16,062
    Bob Harper
    07-16-2012, 09:58 AM Go to last post

  15. Securing pedestal sink

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 12-10-2014 04:08 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,494
    JC Warner
    12-22-2014, 09:52 AM Go to last post

  16. drip pan in attic condensate

    Started by Frazier Jeffery, 06-09-2015 01:49 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,106
    Frazier Jeffery
    06-09-2015, 01:49 PM Go to last post

  17. Question Hot water vent

    Started by Fred Cleaver, 03-25-2009 06:54 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 12,747
    Jim Zborowski
    03-26-2009, 09:25 AM Go to last post

  18. Need help identifying a pipe I found in my backyard

    Started by Fred Dreary, 06-16-2018 09:04 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 5,015
    Jerry Peck
    06-19-2018, 10:08 AM Go to last post

  19. Question CPVC leaks

    Started by Fred Herndon, 10-18-2010 07:56 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 15,383
    Mike Clarke
    10-25-2010, 06:19 PM Go to last post

  20. Question Anode problems?

    Started by Fred Herndon, 05-24-2011 02:38 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 4,374
    Fred Herndon
    05-26-2011, 12:46 PM Go to last post

  21. Need help, found a pipe in the backyard!?

    Started by Fujing, 08-25-2013 01:38 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 11,729
    Bob Knauff
    08-27-2013, 01:19 PM Go to last post

  22. sump pit in bedroom

    Started by Galen L. Beasley, 06-07-2011 03:07 PM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 10,743
    bruce audretsch
    09-12-2011, 01:24 PM Go to last post

  23. Mixing valve on hot water heater

    Started by Garry Sorrells, 11-20-2013 05:59 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,511
    Mike Kleisch
    11-22-2013, 12:52 PM Go to last post

  24. Toilet placement and reporting location.

    Started by Garry Sorrells, 12-09-2010 08:27 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,581
    Garry Sorrells
    12-09-2010, 08:27 AM Go to last post

  25. CSST case settled in Kubbox,TX

    Started by Garry Sorrells, 10-03-2014 04:16 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,004
    mary theresa craig
    10-03-2014, 05:10 PM Go to last post

  26. Electric water heaters

    Started by Gary Allen, 05-20-2012 10:22 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,106
    Robert Ernst
    05-20-2012, 11:02 PM Go to last post

  27. A little help

    Started by Gary Boyet, 02-17-2010 03:11 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,238
    Rick Cantrell
    02-17-2010, 06:06 AM Go to last post

  28. Water heater attic installation

    Started by Gary Burnett, 03-06-2008 06:04 PM
    10 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 7,428
    Jerry McCarthy
    03-08-2008, 03:26 PM Go to last post

  29. Creative Homeowners

    Started by Gary Burnett, 08-29-2009 02:19 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,893
    Ron Hasil
    08-29-2009, 04:22 PM Go to last post

  30. Gas Line? You don't need no stinkin gas line

    Started by Gary Burnett, 06-17-2011 07:34 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,312
    Corn Walker
    06-18-2011, 06:25 AM Go to last post

  31. Amazing Plumbing tricks

    Started by Gary Burnett, 01-17-2014 10:54 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 4,884
    Stuart Brooks
    01-27-2014, 02:14 PM Go to last post

  32. If one trap is good then two are better?

    Started by Gary Burnett, 01-31-2016 05:36 PM
    connectors, dang, flex, flippers, flips 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,410
    Gary Burnett
    01-31-2016, 05:36 PM Go to last post

  33. Need a little help here

    Started by Gary Burnett, 05-18-2015 07:48 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 6,323
    Jerry Peck
    06-10-2015, 06:56 AM Go to last post

  34. When one is not enough..........

    Started by Gary Burnett, 04-19-2016 05:07 PM
    caused, disease, dread, flex plumbing connectors, pictures 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,182
    Dom D'Agostino
    04-20-2016, 04:28 AM Go to last post

  35. Plumbing Conundrum

    Started by Gary Burnett, 09-18-2017 04:34 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 4,614
    Garry Sorrells
    09-19-2017, 05:31 PM Go to last post

  36. Anyone Know What This Is???

    Started by Gary DeWitt, 09-09-2013 07:29 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,338
    Gary DeWitt
    09-09-2013, 03:37 PM Go to last post

  37. pex -al -pex gas pipe

    Started by gary miller, 06-26-2013 05:48 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 9,587
    gary miller
    06-27-2013, 04:47 AM Go to last post

  38. Heated and bent PVC

    Started by Gary Mohel, 07-13-2009 05:43 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,473
    Jerry Peck
    07-13-2009, 08:33 AM Go to last post

  39. Dielectric fittings

    Started by Gary Mohel, 06-19-2009 05:25 AM
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 26,732
    Jerry Peck
    07-07-2009, 07:51 AM Go to last post

  40. Mineral deposit on shower tile

    Started by Gary Mohel, 08-19-2009 05:26 AM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 5,276
    Gary Mohel
    08-20-2009, 05:33 AM Go to last post

  41. Insulating water lines

    Started by Gary Mohel, 01-12-2010 05:04 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,780
    A.D. Miller
    01-13-2010, 07:14 AM Go to last post

  42. Direct vented water heater

    Started by Gary Mohel, 02-18-2010 03:30 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,533
    Gary Mohel
    02-18-2010, 03:30 PM Go to last post

  43. Sewer lines on exterior wall

    Started by Gary Mohel, 06-11-2010 01:54 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,897
    Jerry Peck
    06-15-2010, 06:40 PM Go to last post

  44. Pan under water heater if installed in garage ?

    Started by Gene South, 04-10-2008 08:19 PM
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 22,965
    Aaron Miller
    04-18-2008, 06:34 AM Go to last post

  45. What is the history and or reason for water heaters in attics in Texas homes ?

    Started by Gene South, 04-01-2008 07:35 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 9,334
    Jerry McCarthy
    04-02-2008, 08:37 AM Go to last post

  46. Question A "how bad is it" question. Water Heater valve

    Started by Gene South, 04-26-2008 05:35 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,134
    Rick Hurst
    04-27-2008, 08:02 AM Go to last post

  47. I don't see a lot of these.

    Started by Gene South, 05-14-2008 06:56 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 4,776
    Rick Hurst
    05-19-2008, 06:39 PM Go to last post

  48. Corrision on a connection caused water heater replacement

    Started by Gene South, 05-02-2008 08:32 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,074
    Randy Clayton
    05-02-2008, 08:07 PM Go to last post

  49. Look at photo...is this a correct application ?

    Started by Gene South, 08-27-2008 05:50 AM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 4,595
    Michael Thomas
    08-27-2008, 07:10 PM Go to last post

  50. Exclamation TEXAS INSPECTORS NEED TO READ THIS

    Started by Gene South, 09-18-2008 07:45 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 3,189
    Ted Menelly
    09-18-2008, 10:57 AM Go to last post

  51. Pex issues

    Started by Gene South, 07-13-2009 03:48 PM
    7 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 60
    • Views: 68,487
    Jerry Peck
    12-22-2013, 05:32 PM Go to last post

  52. How many of you see premature water heater leaks ?

    Started by Gene South, 07-06-2009 03:14 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,412
    John Kogel
    07-11-2009, 08:48 PM Go to last post

  53. Hot water connected to a toilet

    Started by Gene South, 07-06-2009 03:26 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 5,371
    Rick Hurst
    07-06-2009, 09:59 PM Go to last post

  54. Saw this on house next to the one I was inspecting

    Started by Gene South, 08-20-2009 03:50 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 4,352
    Christopher Gorton
    08-25-2009, 05:32 AM Go to last post

  55. Need some help on water heater location

    Started by Gene South, 12-21-2009 07:04 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 4,890
    John Kogel
    12-22-2009, 11:29 PM Go to last post

  56. Is this a main water shut-off valve ?

    Started by Gene South, 02-04-2010 07:31 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 21,796
    Edward Olsoe
    02-12-2010, 07:51 PM Go to last post

  57. Natural gas in new mobile homes ?

    Started by Gene South, 02-10-2010 05:33 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,548
    Gene South
    02-10-2010, 05:33 AM Go to last post

  58. Slab leak in my home

    Started by Gene South, 03-28-2010 05:35 PM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 10,561
    JB Thompson
    03-30-2010, 09:11 AM Go to last post

  59. Electric water heater encased in sealed, sanded and stained cabinet.

    Started by Gene South, 04-07-2010 07:28 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,339
    Richard DAquanno
    04-09-2010, 03:40 AM Go to last post

  60. Check photo. Don't think this is allowed.

    Started by Gene South, 09-28-2010 07:51 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,927
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    09-28-2010, 06:46 PM Go to last post

  61. T&P Drain exit photo

    Started by Gene South, 10-20-2010 07:23 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 6,077
    Gunnar Alquist
    10-20-2010, 09:49 PM Go to last post

  62. AO Smith serial number change ?

    Started by Gene South, 02-22-2011 05:03 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 5,693
    Gene South
    02-22-2011, 07:55 PM Go to last post

  63. Can anyone date this Lochinvar water heater?

    Started by Gene South, 03-03-2011 05:51 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,678
    Gene South
    03-03-2011, 07:31 AM Go to last post

  64. DFW inspectors (Fox and Jacobs 1970's homes)

    Started by Gene South, 02-29-2012 05:27 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 7,181
    Dom D'Agostino
    02-29-2012, 06:43 AM Go to last post

  65. Rare item found during inspection. See photo.

    Started by Gene South, 10-25-2011 06:27 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 2,475
    Ted Menelly
    10-25-2011, 06:51 PM Go to last post

  66. Do you guys see this brand of spigot in use elsewhere in the US or Canada?

    Started by Gene South, 06-19-2012 05:11 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,357
    BARRY ADAIR
    06-20-2012, 09:02 PM Go to last post

  67. Natural gas line versus propane gas line

    Started by Gene South, 07-06-2012 05:06 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 7,960
    Ken Harbeck
    07-09-2012, 07:45 AM Go to last post

  68. Gas meter above driveway.

    Started by Gene South, 12-04-2012 07:53 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 8,297
    Nick Ostrowski
    01-04-2013, 03:38 PM Go to last post

  69. Water heater leak water source? See photos.

    Started by Gene South, 12-27-2012 05:54 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 4,802
    Darrel Hood
    12-30-2012, 07:05 AM Go to last post

  70. What do you think of this water heater connection?

    Started by Gene South, 08-22-2013 02:46 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,478
    Bob Harper
    08-22-2013, 06:06 PM Go to last post

  71. Water Heater drain lines. Would you call this out?

    Started by Gene South, 08-05-2013 02:42 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 4,377
    John Kogel
    08-17-2013, 09:56 AM Go to last post

  72. Where is the strangest place you have ever seen a water heater mounted?

    Started by Gene South, 11-07-2015 11:25 AM
    cabinet, heater, located, place, water 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 5,343
    Tom Rees
    11-14-2015, 06:07 AM Go to last post

  73. How high would you like your water heater sir?

    Started by Gene South, 09-16-2015 06:21 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 6,881
    Jerry Peck
    09-27-2015, 06:35 PM Go to last post

  74. Hot water circulator installation

    Started by Gene South, 03-29-2016 11:34 AM
    installation, installed, manufactures, properly, website 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 4,310
    Phil brody
    04-01-2016, 05:28 AM Go to last post

  75. Anyone know of a really good and reliable water pressure gauge?

    Started by Gene South, 08-05-2015 09:13 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,929
    BARRY ADAIR
    08-08-2015, 08:56 AM Go to last post

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