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  1. Plumbing leak during inspection: home owner wants me to pay

    Started by Randall Clark, 02-10-2016 06:58 PM
    ceiling, cold, hot, repair, water
    • Replies: 32
    • Views: 3,103
    ROBERT YOUNG
    02-16-2016, 05:01 AM Go to last post

  2. TPR VALVE PIPE DISCHARGE PIPE

    Started by CHARLIE VAN FLEET, 02-05-2016 06:14 PM
    deck, inspector, pipe, shows, stairs 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 1,834
    Eric Barker
    02-11-2016, 10:37 AM Go to last post

  3. Separate Dishwasher Trap & Drain

    Started by Scott Swanberg, 02-03-2016 06:31 PM
    break, dishwasher, drain, trap, venting 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,924
    Scott Swanberg
    02-10-2016, 04:06 PM Go to last post

  4. Open trap downstream of primary trap

    Started by sidney alstad, 08-08-2011 02:44 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 4,122
    ROBERT YOUNG
    02-07-2016, 07:20 PM Go to last post

  5. Taco recirculating pump

    Started by Ian Page, 02-06-2016 04:00 PM
    hot, installed, pump, supply, water 4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 2,220
    ROBERT YOUNG
    02-07-2016, 05:21 PM Go to last post

  6. 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: 943
    Gary Burnett
    01-31-2016, 05:36 PM Go to last post

  7. OXIDIZED CAST IRON WASTE

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 01-22-2016 07:05 AM
    cast, corrosive, iron, pipe, water 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 2,953
    Jerry Peck
    01-28-2016, 01:12 PM Go to last post

  8. (Poly-B) made in Canada CSA approved.

    Started by ROBERT YOUNG, 01-16-2016 04:57 PM
    canada, cases, dum, home, homes 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 3,230
    Jim Powlesland
    01-23-2016, 04:17 PM Go to last post

  9. Check Valve? on drain / vent pipe

    Started by Andrew Kolar, 01-15-2016 08:06 AM
    check, drain, machine, valve, vent 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 3,996
    Andrew Kolar
    01-23-2016, 02:05 PM Go to last post

  10. Main water shutoff mystery

    Started by Sonny Daye, 12-24-2015 10:17 PM
    main water shutoff
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,619
    Jim Luttrall
    01-14-2016, 10:20 PM Go to last post

  11. multiple material use.

    Started by ren ramsey, 12-31-2015 01:10 PM
    material, multiple, yall 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 23
    • Views: 3,311
    ROBERT YOUNG
    01-14-2016, 04:21 PM Go to last post

  12. Pex water line entry to slab house.

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 12-16-2015 09:48 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 2,172
    ROBERT YOUNG
    12-16-2015, 07:35 PM Go to last post

  13. What is causing this soot

    Started by Frank Bombardiere, 12-11-2015 06:01 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,728
    Bob Harper
    12-12-2015, 05:52 PM Go to last post

  14. Excellent Plumbing Slide Show

    Started by Aaron Miller, 12-09-2015 07:41 AM
    excellent, great, plumbing, show, slide
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,738
    Aaron Miller
    12-09-2015, 07:41 AM Go to last post

  15. Tankless water heater private garage installation - no protection from moving vehicle

    Started by Octav Badea, 11-07-2015 12:27 PM
    builder, damage, garage, tankless, water heater 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,652
    Octav Badea
    12-08-2015, 12:33 AM Go to last post

  16. Smile Insect nest?

    Started by Marshall Eckert, 12-05-2015 11:26 AM
    nest, personally, realtor, suspect, wasp 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,880
    Trent Tarter
    12-07-2015, 07:58 PM Go to last post

  17. Kitec used for in floor radiant heating (in concrete floor)

    Started by John Binder, 11-14-2015 02:08 PM
    concrete, floor, kitec, problem., radiant
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 6,364
    Marshall Brown
    11-21-2015, 08:15 AM Go to last post

  18. Tankless gas water heater on inside garage wall without protection from vehicles

    Started by Octav Badea, 11-08-2015 09:13 PM
    garage, heater, protection, tankless, water heater 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 22
    • Views: 3,199
    Don Randazzo
    11-15-2015, 06:53 PM Go to last post

  19. Water heater (vehicular protection in garage)

    Started by Trent Tarter, 03-31-2009 03:47 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 35
    • Views: 7,664
    Frazier Jeffery
    11-14-2015, 12:06 PM Go to last post

  20. 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: 2,313
    Tom Rees
    11-14-2015, 06:07 AM Go to last post

  21. Smile PVC Irrigation Piping in Foundation Crawlspace

    Started by Gunnar Alquist, 11-10-2015 07:01 PM
    building, envelope, pipe, piping, pvc 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 2,552
    Gunnar Alquist
    11-10-2015, 07:44 PM Go to last post

  22. Blocked access to water heater. See photo.

    Started by Gene South, 10-27-2015 05:06 AM
    equipment, heaters, pool, pump, water 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,714
    Mark Reinmiller
    10-29-2015, 05:29 AM Go to last post

  23. For PEX Apologists

    Started by Aaron Miller, 10-27-2015 03:38 AM
    apologists, perspective, pex, rats 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,239
    Jerry Peck
    10-28-2015, 05:47 PM Go to last post

  24. New member here

    Started by Joe Bagwell, 10-27-2015 05:36 PM
    joe, knowledge, learn, share, years
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 743
    Joe Bagwell
    10-27-2015, 05:36 PM Go to last post

  25. Gas Water Heater & Foil Tape Question from Homeowner

    Started by Don Vandervort, 10-26-2015 10:56 AM
    carbon monoxide, foil, foil tape, furnace, hot water heater
    • Replies: 1
    • Views: 1,974
    Jim Luttrall
    10-26-2015, 05:27 PM Go to last post

  26. Expansion tank pressure increase

    Started by Tim Morrison, 09-25-2015 10:33 AM
    expansion, increase, pressure, tank, water
    • Replies: 16
    • Views: 4,666
    Jim Luttrall
    10-01-2015, 01:24 PM Go to last post

  27. 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: 3,461
    Jerry Peck
    09-27-2015, 06:35 PM Go to last post

  28. Proper expansion tank water pressure

    Started by Tim Morrison, 09-25-2015 05:41 PM
    expansion, pressure, rise, tank, water
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,509
    Mark Reinmiller
    09-26-2015, 04:26 PM Go to last post

  29. Height

    Started by Scott Cotton, 09-23-2015 06:26 AM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,214
    Scott Cotton
    09-23-2015, 06:26 AM Go to last post

  30. Exposed vent conductor - too much exposure?

    Started by Ernie Simpson, 09-12-2015 11:53 AM
    answer, conductor, pipe, vent, years 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,869
    Lon Henderson
    09-16-2015, 08:11 AM Go to last post

  31. Water heater expansion device in new construction

    Started by JIM MURPHY, 08-04-2015 03:09 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,477
    Todd Harrison
    08-25-2015, 02:53 PM Go to last post

  32. no power and a lift station

    Started by Randy West, 08-05-2015 09:08 AM
    • Replies: 19
    • Views: 3,506
    Mark Reinmiller
    08-08-2015, 05:18 PM Go to last post

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

    Started by Gene South, 08-05-2015 09:13 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,020
    BARRY ADAIR
    08-08-2015, 08:56 AM Go to last post

  34. exterior gas water heater

    Started by Dave Hill, 08-03-2015 01:19 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 1,609
    Jerry Peck
    08-04-2015, 05:36 PM Go to last post

  35. Any idea what this triple gismo is?

    Started by Michael Chambers, 06-28-2015 10:59 AM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 26
    • Views: 4,262
    Ian Page
    08-03-2015, 01:22 AM Go to last post

  36. Help with age of tankless water heater

    Started by George Hallaron, 07-25-2015 01:52 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 6,833
    Dom D'Agostino
    07-29-2015, 02:38 PM Go to last post

  37. Owner Complaint

    Started by Joe R. Maxwell, 07-01-2015 04:53 AM
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 3,220
    wayne soper
    07-15-2015, 05:13 AM Go to last post

  38. Safe Pans under laundry equipment.

    Started by Ken Amelin, 07-01-2015 11:37 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,327
    Michael Burk
    07-07-2015, 06:35 AM Go to last post

  39. TPR extension material

    Started by Mike Richards, 06-25-2015 04:29 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 1,669
    Dana Bostick
    07-02-2015, 05:47 AM Go to last post

  40. Building Science guru's - rust going UP ?

    Started by Dave Hahn, 06-19-2015 12:53 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 1,914
    Dwight Doane
    07-01-2015, 10:09 AM Go to last post

  41. Tapping into waste stack.

    Started by Craig Lester, 06-30-2015 06:53 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,235
    Phil brody
    07-01-2015, 05:57 AM Go to last post

  42. Unknown connection to drain off disposer

    Started by Dave Hahn, 06-19-2015 01:08 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 3
    • Views: 1,299
    Dave Hahn
    06-19-2015, 10:33 PM Go to last post

  43. Shower Drain, weep holes?

    Started by Dirk Jeanis, 06-09-2015 06:47 PM
    shower drain, shower pan, weep holes 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 11
    • Views: 5,114
    Dirk Jeanis
    06-11-2015, 06:35 AM Go to last post

  44. Need a little help here

    Started by Gary Burnett, 05-18-2015 07:48 PM
    5 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 2,744
    Jerry Peck
    06-10-2015, 06:56 AM Go to last post

  45. drip pan in attic condensate

    Started by Frazier Jeffery, 06-09-2015 01:49 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 878
    Frazier Jeffery
    06-09-2015, 01:49 PM Go to last post

  46. Installing PEX on a power vented water heater

    Started by David OKeefe, 06-08-2015 05:08 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,590
    David OKeefe
    06-09-2015, 03:44 AM Go to last post

  47. Excessive water in pan under water heater

    Started by Steve C., 11-20-2013 09:22 PM
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 21,710
    Jack Feldmann
    05-31-2015, 06:40 AM Go to last post

  48. TPR terminates to garage floor interior

    Started by Ryan Castillo, 05-22-2015 08:41 AM
    agent, common, industry, question, standard 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 4,604
    Don Hester
    05-27-2015, 04:38 PM Go to last post

  49. Thermostat?

    Started by Jim Robinson, 05-16-2015 02:11 PM
    device, limiting, mixing, temperature, type 1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 7
    • Views: 2,133
    Jerry Peck
    05-18-2015, 03:42 PM Go to last post

  50. On demand water heater vent

    Started by Scott Latosky, 05-12-2015 12:10 PM
    heater, point, termination, vent, water 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 1,671
    Jerry Peck
    05-18-2015, 03:35 PM Go to last post

  51. The Day of the Bad Traps

    Started by Welmoed Sisson, 05-02-2015 06:27 AM
    bad, call, day, house, traps 3 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 2,716
    Jerry Peck
    05-05-2015, 06:42 PM Go to last post

  52. Faucet next to gas vent, CLEARANCE???

    Started by cory nystul, 04-29-2015 09:37 PM
    clearance, codes, faucet, gas, vent 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 2,084
    Jack Feldmann
    05-01-2015, 05:09 PM Go to last post

  53. 12" Metal Supply @ Top of Water Heater

    Started by Bruce Ramsey, 04-21-2015 02:32 PM
    find, heater, metal, supply, water
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 1,329
    Dave Hahn
    04-23-2015, 10:14 PM Go to last post

  54. New standards for water heaters !!

    Started by Terry Beck, 04-23-2015 08:54 AM
    complicated, expensive, standards, water, water heater standards
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 1,326
    Terry Beck
    04-23-2015, 08:54 AM Go to last post

  55. Plastic hot water supply pipe too close to heater

    Started by Matthew Liang, 08-16-2012 10:24 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 28
    • Views: 10,086
    Jerry Peck
    04-21-2015, 04:18 PM Go to last post

  56. Hidden AAV?

    Started by Chris Weekly, 04-14-2015 07:25 AM
    aav, accessible, air, back, sink 2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 17
    • Views: 2,010
    Joe Klampfer
    04-17-2015, 11:34 AM Go to last post

  57. CPVC cement

    Started by Vern Heiler, 04-14-2015 06:57 AM
    cement, clear, cpvc
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 909
    Jack Feldmann
    04-14-2015, 01:50 PM Go to last post

  58. I know this p trap will work but is it acceptable.

    Started by ren ramsey, 04-10-2015 05:59 PM
    acceptable, function, trap, work
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 2,215
    Jerry Peck
    04-13-2015, 04:20 PM Go to last post

  59. Crown vent?

    Started by Marc M, 05-01-2011 10:23 PM
    4 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 14
    • Views: 7,267
    Loren Sanders Sr.
    04-04-2015, 06:57 PM Go to last post

  60. What's a WATTS?

    Started by Donald Stauffer, 03-31-2015 12:20 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 18
    • Views: 2,424
    Raymond Wand
    04-02-2015, 02:04 PM Go to last post

  61. Septic tank on an six year old home...

    Started by Scott Patterson, 12-23-2014 07:03 AM
    • Replies: 43
    • Views: 4,639
    Joe Klampfer
    04-02-2015, 01:17 AM Go to last post

  62. Single plumbing stack

    Started by Rick Bunzel, 04-01-2015 12:26 PM
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 963
    Rick Bunzel
    04-01-2015, 08:07 PM Go to last post

  63. Hot/Cold Mystery

    Started by Donald Stauffer, 03-31-2015 02:52 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 4
    • Views: 1,121
    Jerry Peck
    04-01-2015, 05:05 AM Go to last post

  64. expansion tank

    Started by cory nystul, 01-28-2015 10:07 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 36
    • Views: 4,108
    Jerry Peck
    03-28-2015, 08:10 AM Go to last post

  65. Thumbs down Class action on Pex fittings

    Started by Jeff Gainey, 03-25-2015 05:37 PM
    • Replies: 0
    • Views: 996
    Jeff Gainey
    03-25-2015, 05:37 PM Go to last post

  66. Condensing type heater drain under slab.

    Started by Ken Amelin, 03-06-2015 12:19 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,496
    Bob Eskridge
    03-20-2015, 09:55 AM Go to last post

  67. WH venting

    Started by Chris Weekly, 03-19-2015 08:29 AM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,887
    Chris Weekly
    03-20-2015, 08:46 AM Go to last post

  68. Water Tubing in 10 Year Old House

    Started by John Allingham, 05-01-2008 01:48 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 10
    • Views: 2,320
    brent lerwill
    03-19-2015, 05:56 AM Go to last post

  69. Combustible gas leak detection

    Started by Bill Penn, 04-20-2012 05:18 AM
    • Replies: 20
    • Views: 5,318
    Jerry Peck
    03-18-2015, 03:47 AM Go to last post

  70. Vent question

    Started by Marc M, 03-07-2015 01:08 PM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 15
    • Views: 2,108
    JeffGHooper
    03-09-2015, 06:34 AM Go to last post

  71. Why is the TPR valve there?

    Started by Ben Im, 02-27-2015 11:13 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 2,346
    Gunnar Alquist
    03-08-2015, 11:57 AM Go to last post

  72. Flexible gas connector in contact with flame

    Started by Chris Stichter, 03-02-2015 07:07 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 8
    • Views: 2,527
    Bob Harper
    03-07-2015, 07:41 PM Go to last post

  73. WOW!!!!!!

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 02-25-2015 03:26 PM
    1 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 12
    • Views: 2,147
    Jim Hintz
    03-02-2015, 10:50 PM Go to last post

  74. What is this?

    Started by Wayne Edwards, 02-27-2015 05:45 AM
    2 Attachment(s)
    • Replies: 2
    • Views: 843
    Rick Cantrell
    02-27-2015, 07:37 AM Go to last post

  75. Plumbing Jenga

    Started by Nick Ostrowski, 01-27-2015 11:09 AM
    • Replies: 6
    • Views: 1,755
    Jack Feldmann
    02-11-2015, 06:02 PM Go to last post

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