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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: 17,281
    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: 33,944
    Sky Jones
    09-26-2014, 10:17 AM Go to last post

  1. 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: 6,263
    Jerry Peck
    09-14-2017, 05:17 AM Go to last post

  2. Goodman Manufacturing AC Question

    Started by Fay Meaux, 07-26-2017 01:48 PM
    air, avptc426014aa, intake, issue, ton
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 5,207
    Richard Bushong
    09-10-2017, 05:49 PM Go to last post

  3. 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: 3,799
    Markus Keller
    09-04-2017, 08:33 AM Go to last post

  4. Window screen requirements?

    Started by JD Johnson, 11-03-2008 02:12 PM
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 25,993
    Jerry Peck
    08-29-2017, 12:01 PM Go to last post

  5. Pipe material

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 08-19-2017 01:24 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 4,241
    wayne soper
    08-27-2017, 05:06 PM Go to last post

  6. Burnt Thermostat Wiring

    Started by Rick Hurst, 11-08-2007 09:38 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 13,806
    Gunnar Alquist
    08-27-2017, 04:37 PM Go to last post

  7. 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: 13,021
    ROBERT YOUNG
    08-16-2017, 02:28 AM Go to last post

  8. Boiler age

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 04-17-2017 01:07 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 9,109
    ROBERT YOUNG
    07-17-2017, 11:44 AM Go to last post

  9. 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: 5,372
    Jerry Peck
    07-16-2017, 05:49 AM Go to last post

  10. 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: 7,623
    Dirk Jeanis
    06-02-2017, 07:05 PM Go to last post

  11. 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: 4,650
    E. B. AhhRobot
    06-02-2017, 06:41 AM Go to last post

  12. PEX Hot Water Line Temperature Rating

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 08-22-2012 05:24 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 53,137
    Jerry Peck
    05-25-2017, 05:57 PM Go to last post

  13. Furnace flue insulation

    Started by Habib Othman, 05-11-2017 12:34 PM
    fire, flue, furnace, insulation, rated 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,707
    Jerry Peck
    05-11-2017, 01:19 PM Go to last post

  14. Kitchen Exhaust

    Started by Gunnar Alquist, 04-29-2017 11:31 AM
    code, exhaust, exterior, hood, kitchen
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 11,820
    Jerry Peck
    05-04-2017, 07:26 PM Go to last post

  15. Gas Funcae in attic space behind bedroom closet

    Started by Jeff Zehnder, 04-14-2017 10:08 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,765
    Jerry Peck
    04-22-2017, 11:13 AM Go to last post

  16. Brompton Industries

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 04-06-2017 04:38 PM
    advance, brompton, industries, labeling, tags 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,639
    ROBERT YOUNG
    04-06-2017, 07:39 PM Go to last post

  17. 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: 4,113
    Garry Sorrells
    03-30-2017, 07:50 AM Go to last post

  18. YORK HVAC Age

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 03-04-2017 08:00 AM
    back, hvac, legible, ray, york 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 5,869
    Garry Sorrells
    03-05-2017, 08:46 AM Go to last post

  19. Introduction

    Started by Chris Christy, 02-28-2017 01:09 AM
    christy, inspection, news, signing, w.l
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,932
    Chris Christy
    02-28-2017, 01:09 AM Go to last post

  20. 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: 4,750
    ROBERT YOUNG
    02-12-2017, 07:22 AM Go to last post

  21. Flexible gas line too long?

    Started by Aaron Scheuerer, 01-16-2017 07:41 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 13,335
    ROBERT YOUNG
    01-20-2017, 03:16 PM Go to last post

  22. 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: 5,678
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-25-2016, 09:53 AM Go to last post

  23. First timer

    Started by Aaron Scheuerer, 12-18-2016 04:21 PM
    fairly, guys, oil, overfilling, word 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 5,017
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-22-2016, 03:55 AM Go to last post

  24. 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: 3,015
    Aaron Scheuerer
    12-19-2016, 07:51 AM Go to last post

  25. Temperature reading from gas furnace

    Started by Mike Richards, 12-07-2016 12:23 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 13,341
    Raymond Wand
    12-18-2016, 03:22 PM Go to last post

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

    Started by Keith Gifford, 12-14-2016 07:23 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 3,230
    Tom Rees
    12-17-2016, 05:54 PM Go to last post

  27. 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: 26,564
    Nathan Paling
    12-14-2016, 03:48 PM Go to last post

  28. Manufacturer required

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 12-13-2016 04:55 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,486
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-13-2016, 04:24 PM Go to last post

  29. ZEPHER HEAT PUMP

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 12-09-2016 06:29 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 4,414
    Roy Lewis
    12-09-2016, 05:53 PM Go to last post

  30. 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: 3,709
    Jon Ellis
    12-08-2016, 11:13 PM Go to last post

  31. 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: 3,350
    Jim Luttrall
    12-06-2016, 07:37 PM Go to last post

  32. Disconnect switch location photos.

    Started by Gene South, 12-03-2016 09:57 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,022
    BARRY ADAIR
    12-05-2016, 06:40 PM Go to last post

  33. Boiler age

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 12-03-2016 05:09 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,810
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-04-2016, 12:24 PM Go to last post

  34. No drain pan in attic

    Started by Ricky Davis, 12-02-2016 11:58 AM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,099
    Jerry Peck
    12-04-2016, 12:23 PM Go to last post

  35. AC manufacturing information

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 11-29-2016 09:23 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,679
    ROBERT YOUNG
    11-30-2016, 02:52 AM Go to last post

  36. what kind of inspector do I need

    Started by Darrin Skinner, 11-23-2016 01:26 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,917
    Darrin Skinner
    11-23-2016, 01:26 AM Go to last post

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

    Started by Michael Thomas, 01-19-2011 05:31 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 50,926
    Amanda Hill
    11-17-2016, 02:20 PM Go to last post

  38. Cold Air Return for Geo Thermal Heating

    Started by Mike Tracy, 11-05-2016 05:17 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,007
    Jerry Peck
    11-05-2016, 12:22 PM Go to last post

  39. High Efficiency Furnace Vent Question

    Started by Chris Stichter, 11-03-2016 12:22 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 5,221
    Chris Stichter
    11-04-2016, 04:31 PM Go to last post

  40. Oil furnace age

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 10-30-2016 01:47 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,981
    ROBERT YOUNG
    10-30-2016, 06:09 PM Go to last post

  41. Pre 80's Singer A/C

    Started by J Young, 10-26-2016 11:08 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,594
    J Young
    10-26-2016, 11:08 AM Go to last post

  42. 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: 4,558
    Keith Winston
    10-21-2016, 04:11 PM Go to last post

  43. Exhaust Vent Booster

    Started by Jim Robinson, 10-21-2016 01:57 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,566
    Jim Robinson
    10-21-2016, 01:57 PM Go to last post

  44. 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: 2,676
    Gene South
    10-13-2016, 08:53 AM Go to last post

  45. bath fan venting

    Started by John Dirks Jr, 09-22-2016 05:28 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 3,686
    Marshall Brown
    10-06-2016, 09:10 AM Go to last post

  46. Flex appliance connector?

    Started by Dave Rose, 09-24-2016 02:53 PM
    appliance, cabinet, fac, issues, run 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,009
    Dan Hagman
    10-02-2016, 03:17 PM Go to last post

  47. AC Secondary Pan

    Started by Jack Tam, 09-02-2016 08:18 PM
    case, inches, pan, perimeter, small 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 6,988
    Tom Rees
    10-01-2016, 05:18 AM Go to last post

  48. 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: 4,567
    Bob Harper
    09-26-2016, 05:49 PM Go to last post

  49. Dryer Vent Attached to Bathroom Exhaust Vent

    Started by Rick Milano, 08-26-2016 04:26 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 3,998
    Dave Rose
    09-24-2016, 04:10 PM Go to last post

  50. 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: 2,352
    Michael Chambers
    09-24-2016, 02:32 PM Go to last post

  51. 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: 3,829
    Gene South
    09-06-2016, 06:59 AM Go to last post

  52. Ventilaion Questions

    Started by Chris Stichter, 08-10-2016 07:21 PM
    bathroom, door, laundry, ventilation, vents
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,306
    Glenn Duxbury
    08-25-2016, 08:26 PM Go to last post

  53. 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: 1,284
    Mick Collins
    08-24-2016, 03:12 PM Go to last post

  54. 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: 3,524
    Mark Reinmiller
    08-05-2016, 12:36 PM Go to last post

  55. Contract

    Started by amanmanku22, 08-02-2016 09:29 PM
    advance, agent, client, estate, real
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,957
    Ian Page
    08-05-2016, 10:51 AM Go to last post

  56. Split Exhaust

    Started by Tim Morrison, 08-02-2016 03:01 PM
    exhaust, good, inspector, note, split 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,950
    Tim Morrison
    08-02-2016, 03:01 PM Go to last post

  57. Heat Pump calling for heat

    Started by Ian Page, 06-27-2016 09:48 AM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 4,811
    ROBERT YOUNG
    07-11-2016, 08:25 AM Go to last post

  58. One return, two levels

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 07-05-2016 12:33 PM
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,338
    John Kogel
    07-07-2016, 04:39 PM Go to last post

  59. Air intake

    Started by Russell Melville, 06-28-2016 05:06 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 2,836
    Bob Harper
    06-30-2016, 05:17 PM Go to last post

  60. HVAC AGE

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 06-27-2016 06:15 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,263
    ROBERT YOUNG
    06-28-2016, 06:53 PM Go to last post

  61. orphaned water heater

    Started by Randy West, 06-18-2016 02:50 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 7,147
    Bob Harper
    06-19-2016, 11:07 AM Go to last post

  62. Apollo Systems

    Started by David Watson, 06-11-2016 02:33 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,743
    David Watson
    06-12-2016, 08:48 AM Go to last post

  63. HVAC Drier Filter

    Started by Ian Page, 06-04-2016 01:44 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 4,524
    ROBERT YOUNG
    06-06-2016, 07:41 AM Go to last post

  64. Electric Range venting question.

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 05-27-2016 01:45 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,069
    ROBERT YOUNG
    05-28-2016, 02:30 AM Go to last post

  65. Noise from main AC drain below bathroom sink

    Started by Gene South, 05-24-2016 06:49 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,709
    Mark Reinmiller
    05-25-2016, 07:21 PM Go to last post

  66. 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: 6,988
    Jerry Peck
    05-23-2016, 05:07 AM Go to last post

  67. 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: 4,888
    BARRY ADAIR
    05-22-2016, 02:08 PM Go to last post

  68. Is one furnace ok?

    Started by Wayne Edwards, 04-06-2016 06:24 AM
    building, furnace, home, thermostat, thoughts
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 3,447
    Mary Knox
    05-07-2016, 03:24 AM Go to last post

  69. Rheem Furnace date???

    Started by Thomas Walker, 04-26-2016 07:13 PM
    c7d130423601, date, furnace, serial, thinking
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,316
    Jerry Peck
    04-27-2016, 05:17 AM Go to last post

  70. Heat Pump?

    Started by sidney alstad, 04-24-2016 05:38 PM
    cool, foreclosure, heat, install, pump
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 3,070
    Jack Feldmann
    04-25-2016, 09:08 AM Go to last post

  71. Yes I have a dog, what does that have to do with the air conditioner?

    Started by Alton Darty, 04-12-2016 04:08 PM
    deal, killing, seller, things, wrong 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 2,472
    Steven Tennison
    04-18-2016, 09:50 AM Go to last post

  72. Done a little diggin'

    Started by John Binder, 04-09-2016 05:00 PM
    abs, basement, furnace, intake, supposed 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 11,263
    ROBERT YOUNG
    04-10-2016, 01:58 PM Go to last post

  73. Natural Draft Furnace?

    Started by Aaron Scheuerer, 04-08-2016 04:12 PM
    construction, draft, furnaces, natural, newer
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 6,872
    Bob Harper
    04-09-2016, 01:21 AM Go to last post

  74. American Standard brand HVAC ?

    Started by Gene South, 04-08-2016 06:34 AM
    american, brand, realize, reviews, standard
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,880
    Dom D'Agostino
    04-08-2016, 02:50 PM Go to last post

  75. B-Vent Length, Height

    Started by Michael Chambers, 03-23-2016 08:22 PM
    b-vent, condensation, height, length, unconditioned 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 4,610
    Darren Miller
    03-25-2016, 03:00 AM Go to last post

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