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  1. Replacing polybutylene fittings

    Started by Hollis Brown, 08-02-2011 08:22 AM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,285
    Hollis Brown
    08-12-2011, 07:49 PM Go to last post

  2. Question Detected gas in water

    Started by Ron Tipton, 08-11-2011 05:46 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 4,631
    jamie wilks
    08-12-2011, 02:51 PM Go to last post

  3. Folding Shower Seat

    Started by James Duffin, 08-06-2011 03:01 PM
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 11,290
    Marcel Cyr
    08-08-2011, 03:05 PM Go to last post

  4. Pressure regulator?

    Started by Dave Gilstrap, 08-03-2011 09:31 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,145
    Bill Hetner
    08-05-2011, 01:57 AM Go to last post

  5. Steel hangers

    Started by Denny Waters, 08-03-2011 08:54 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 3,146
    Denny Waters
    08-03-2011, 08:54 AM Go to last post

  6. City water main not cold

    Started by Martin Muth, 07-28-2011 06:59 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 7,593
    Eric Barker
    08-02-2011, 07:03 PM Go to last post

  7. Does this harm the unit?

    Started by Dub Smith, 08-01-2011 08:35 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,051
    Dub Smith
    08-01-2011, 12:43 PM Go to last post

  8. Dielectric unions

    Started by Denny Waters, 07-28-2011 10:35 PM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 9,823
    Jerry Peck
    07-29-2011, 03:45 PM Go to last post

  9. Water Heaters and Expansion Tanks

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 07-29-2011 11:52 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 6,228
    Jerry Peck
    07-29-2011, 03:02 PM Go to last post

  10. Inducer fan for water heater

    Started by mathew stouffer, 07-27-2011 05:22 AM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 5,004
    Jerry Peck
    07-27-2011, 06:07 PM Go to last post

  11. What is this on the copper drain line

    Started by mathew stouffer, 07-26-2011 08:07 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,562
    mathew stouffer
    07-27-2011, 05:20 AM Go to last post

  12. regulator position

    Started by wayne soper, 07-22-2011 01:13 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,359
    Bob Harper
    07-24-2011, 05:22 AM Go to last post

  13. Underground Gas & Electric

    Started by Marc M, 07-20-2011 09:50 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 9,373
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    07-22-2011, 09:46 PM Go to last post

  14. FLEX PIPE BETWEEN MAIN PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 07-21-2011 07:41 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,423
    CHARLIE VAN FLEET
    07-22-2011, 06:33 PM Go to last post

  15. Lighting specifications for steam showers

    Started by Michael Thomas, 07-17-2011 05:22 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 21,642
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    07-22-2011, 03:54 PM Go to last post

  16. tubing off of water heater drain valve ?

    Started by Robert Foster, 07-17-2011 09:57 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 7,015
    Ron Hasil
    07-19-2011, 05:16 AM Go to last post

  17. Shower Pan Drain Holes?

    Started by Stuart Brooks, 07-15-2011 05:04 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 3,763
    Bob Elliott
    07-15-2011, 07:03 PM Go to last post

  18. Cast Iron Support

    Started by Jim Robinson, 07-15-2011 02:41 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,791
    Jerry Peck
    07-15-2011, 03:32 PM Go to last post

  19. Braided rubber hose

    Started by Trent Tarter, 07-14-2011 05:18 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,609
    Trent Tarter
    07-14-2011, 05:18 PM Go to last post

  20. Vent caps

    Started by Marc M, 07-11-2011 07:44 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 4,954
    Jerry Peck
    07-12-2011, 05:39 PM Go to last post

  21. A.O Smith Water Heater Age

    Started by Kathleen Clinton, 06-20-2011 05:57 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 21
    • Views: 44,922
    David Valley
    07-11-2011, 05:28 AM Go to last post

  22. What does this "pump" do?

    Started by Dan Sandweg, 07-09-2011 05:59 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 7,351
    Dan Sandweg
    07-10-2011, 10:04 AM Go to last post

  23. Glued Copper Pipes?

    Started by Michael Chambers, 07-08-2011 11:25 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 6,256
    Ron Hasil
    07-09-2011, 01:29 PM Go to last post

  24. Waste Line Ejector not in the floor?

    Started by Phil Gould, 07-08-2011 01:05 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 4,631
    John Kogel
    07-08-2011, 07:38 PM Go to last post

  25. Gas pipe support at Water Heater

    Started by Stanley Chow, 06-25-2011 06:50 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 6,158
    John Kogel
    07-08-2011, 12:57 PM Go to last post

  26. waterlines

    Started by Jon Scott, 07-02-2011 08:48 AM
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 6,578
    Luc V. L.
    07-06-2011, 07:36 AM Go to last post

  27. Is this S-trap OK or is plumber all washed up?

    Started by Daniel Rogers, 06-28-2011 12:36 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 10,601
    Craig Cook
    07-04-2011, 08:08 PM Go to last post

  28. DIY Utility sink

    Started by Chris Stichter, 07-01-2011 01:23 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,853
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    07-02-2011, 04:13 PM Go to last post

  29. ABS glued to PVC

    Started by Trent Tarter, 06-30-2011 07:51 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 8,012
    Bert de Haan
    07-02-2011, 04:03 PM Go to last post

  30. Need help identifying item

    Started by Tech 9 Home Inspections, 07-02-2011 10:44 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 2,829
    Tech 9 Home Inspections
    07-02-2011, 10:44 AM Go to last post

  31. strange basement bathroom

    Started by John Arnold, 06-29-2011 04:35 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 4,667
    Steven Saville
    06-29-2011, 05:11 PM Go to last post

  32. Residential fire sprinklers

    Started by Marc M, 06-27-2011 10:47 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,595
    Ron Hasil
    06-28-2011, 01:37 PM Go to last post

  33. Proper Method fo Inspecting Septic Systems

    Started by Peter Russell, 06-24-2011 03:10 AM
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 6,054
    Peter Russell
    06-27-2011, 03:17 AM Go to last post

  34. Hot Water Heater Draft Cap and Vent

    Started by Stanley Chow, 06-25-2011 06:34 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 12,621
    Ron Hasil
    06-26-2011, 05:27 AM Go to last post

  35. White Teflon Tape on gas lines

    Started by Michael Bronner, 06-24-2011 12:32 PM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 11,471
    Ron Hasil
    06-24-2011, 07:39 PM Go to last post

  36. yet another roof-top oddity

    Started by John Arnold, 06-20-2011 12:59 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 5,300
    John Arnold
    06-24-2011, 06:40 AM Go to last post

  37. Little help with identification and purpose

    Started by Bill Anglin, 06-04-2011 11:33 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 3,789
    Tony Watson
    06-20-2011, 04:08 AM Go to last post

  38. 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: 4,104
    Corn Walker
    06-18-2011, 06:25 AM Go to last post

  39. Plastic Main Service Pipe

    Started by David Block, 06-15-2011 03:16 PM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,141
    James Duffin
    06-15-2011, 06:17 PM Go to last post

  40. What is the function of this loop on the water inlet line just beyond the water meter

    Started by Michael Thomas, 06-12-2011 03:23 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 9,719
    Daniel Rogers
    06-14-2011, 04:06 AM Go to last post

  41. Why is this wrong?

    Started by Rich Sumen, 06-13-2011 06:34 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,471
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    06-13-2011, 10:39 PM Go to last post

  42. How would you like to clean this trap?

    Started by Don Halligan, 06-02-2011 06:46 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 10,386
    Jerry McCarthy
    06-13-2011, 04:12 PM Go to last post

  43. Gas connections at stove

    Started by Kathleen Clinton, 06-07-2011 04:09 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 9,951
    Jerry McCarthy
    06-13-2011, 04:05 PM Go to last post

  44. PVC water lines inside the footprint

    Started by Jeffrey L. Mathis, 06-05-2011 11:56 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 7,558
    Jerry Peck
    06-06-2011, 05:35 PM Go to last post

  45. Dishwasher Drain

    Started by James Duffin, 06-02-2011 06:29 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 9
    • Views: 5,293
    Michael Thomas
    06-05-2011, 05:00 AM Go to last post

  46. high tech toilet/bidet

    Started by John Arnold, 05-28-2011 04:46 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 4,415
    Steven Saville
    05-30-2011, 04:36 PM Go to last post

  47. TPRV drain connection

    Started by Charles Cleveland, 05-29-2011 11:40 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 7,771
    Charles Cleveland
    05-29-2011, 01:52 PM Go to last post

  48. Toilet blows bubbles

    Started by John Kogel, 05-18-2011 06:16 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 12,333
    Fred Herndon
    05-29-2011, 11:17 AM Go to last post

  49. mystery device

    Started by John Arnold, 05-28-2011 10:21 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 8,272
    John Arnold
    05-28-2011, 01:55 PM Go to last post

  50. waterless urinals

    Started by Rick Cantrell, 05-26-2011 03:32 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 13
    • Views: 9,203
    Rodger McBride
    05-27-2011, 07:58 PM Go to last post

  51. Orangeburg pipe--possible to repair?

    Started by Linda Swearingen, 05-26-2011 01:15 PM
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 14,335
    Ron Hasil
    05-26-2011, 02:32 PM Go to last post

  52. Question Anode problems?

    Started by Fred Herndon, 05-24-2011 02:38 PM
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 5,413
    Fred Herndon
    05-26-2011, 12:46 PM Go to last post

  53. Plumbing Wasteline Fixtures

    Started by Joe Arcaro, 05-26-2011 06:12 AM
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,487
    Ron Hasil
    05-26-2011, 06:34 AM Go to last post

  54. TRAP IN MAIN WASTE PIPE

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 03-30-2011 01:47 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 15,070
    Ron Hasil
    05-24-2011, 06:48 PM Go to last post

  55. New HOT Water Tank In Garage

    Started by Rich Sumen, 05-12-2011 12:52 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 14,301
    Ron Bibler
    05-24-2011, 09:05 AM Go to last post

  56. double water heater?

    Started by chris gallo, 04-01-2011 06:36 PM
    6 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 23,054
    Ron Hasil
    05-23-2011, 09:59 PM Go to last post

  57. Clay tile to city sewer

    Started by Eric Smith, 05-08-2011 06:15 AM
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 7,993
    Damon McCarty
    05-22-2011, 09:52 PM Go to last post

  58. Kitchen Faucet Leak Help/DIY

    Started by Robert Foster, 05-18-2011 08:37 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 7,087
    Benjamin Thompson
    05-18-2011, 08:59 PM Go to last post

  59. hose bib close to garage floor

    Started by John Arnold, 05-11-2011 01:42 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 7,381
    Eric Barker
    05-12-2011, 06:35 PM Go to last post

  60. PRV??

    Started by mathew stouffer, 05-05-2011 07:10 AM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 7,226
    Tom Thompson
    05-11-2011, 09:27 PM Go to last post

  61. combustion air for power vented WH

    Started by John Arnold, 05-11-2011 01:22 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,217
    Ray Norton
    05-11-2011, 02:17 PM Go to last post

  62. Lochinvar water heater serial number dating

    Started by Gene South, 05-11-2011 11:23 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 9,508
    Gene South
    05-11-2011, 12:31 PM Go to last post

  63. No Idea what this is

    Started by Greg Hammond, 05-06-2011 07:46 PM
    3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 6,172
    Bill Brooks
    05-09-2011, 08:18 AM Go to last post

  64. Shower Opening

    Started by Stephen G Sheldon, 05-09-2011 07:14 AM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,054
    Stephen G Sheldon
    05-09-2011, 07:42 AM Go to last post

  65. Calling Out Polybutylene

    Started by Stephen G Sheldon, 05-06-2011 08:39 PM
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,317
    Kevin Blehl
    05-07-2011, 11:49 AM Go to last post

  66. Is there moisture behind tiles?

    Started by Peter Louis, 04-28-2011 09:48 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 29
    • Views: 24,218
    Steven Turetsky
    05-05-2011, 02:56 PM Go to last post

  67. Pressure relief discharge to laundry sink

    Started by Jon mackay, 04-13-2011 11:11 AM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 40
    • Views: 21,280
    brian schmitt
    05-03-2011, 10:46 AM Go to last post

  68. Hydrotherapy Tub

    Started by Chris Stichter, 04-21-2011 08:15 PM
    • Replies: 33
    • Views: 10,791
    Mike Schulz
    05-02-2011, 05:20 PM Go to last post

  69. New Report on CSST

    Started by Brian Hannigan, 05-02-2011 09:32 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 3,568
    Brian Hannigan
    05-02-2011, 09:32 AM Go to last post

  70. thermally activated automatic vent dampers

    Started by John Arnold, 04-28-2011 03:06 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 6,123
    Rod Butler
    05-01-2011, 09:24 PM Go to last post

  71. Dishwasher Drain

    Started by James Duffin, 04-25-2011 01:47 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 9,831
    Eric Barker
    04-29-2011, 07:03 PM Go to last post

  72. Water heater vents via flex-pipe through ceiling.

    Started by Victor Heldt, 04-27-2011 08:13 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 13,391
    H.G. Watson, Sr.
    04-28-2011, 10:10 AM Go to last post

  73. Intoduction

    Started by Marc Albanese, 04-26-2011 12:22 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 4,005
    John Kogel
    04-27-2011, 08:34 AM Go to last post

  74. 3 inch diameter vent connects

    Started by mathew stouffer, 04-26-2011 08:16 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 3,583
    Ken Amelin
    04-27-2011, 05:02 AM Go to last post

  75. CSST through wall

    Started by Reis Pearson, 04-25-2011 08:12 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 4,242
    Ray Norton
    04-25-2011, 09:16 AM Go to last post

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