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    I did hear the homeowner also state that the contractors are not required to be licensed. At least people are starting to realize that issue. That whole situation is one reason that I go off on tangents. If I am required to be licensed so what, I will get it and I will pass the cost on to the consumer like every other business. BUT! When a contractor is in my face telling me, and writing letters to his congressman about how he believes that HI’s should require a state license when he is not…[:-censore…. It’s laughable and proves to me why exactly we need HI’s. I feel a little better. Craig
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    Thanks Chad, I will pass that information on to him. Craig
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    Thanks. Its not what I see but what a customer didn't see. He had copper stolen from several units and said he was told that there was another kind of material that he could use to replace it that was not in such demand. I was not aware of anything that would work that I could tell him about but that I would look into it and let him know what I found out. Craig
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    Does anybody know if anything other than copper can be used for piping for outdoor Heat Pumps/AC units? Thanks, Craig
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    I had the opportunity to speak with the lady that owns Hathmore Technologies, LLC out of Blue Springs Mo, and she turned me on to some pretty good books and training covering information on energy conservation for buildings. Here is the link. http://www.srmi.biz/ Thanks, Craig
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    Home Energy Ratings Craig
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    He may want to keep an open eye for frost upheaval on those basement walls. I have been doing some research on this very thing for a rebuild that I am working on and the only guarantee that I have found that it won’t happen is if you can prevent moisture from getting against the foundation via the soil. All information say’s insulate the outside if it’s cost effective or inside (above) the frost line. If anyone has info… stating otherwise please inform me. Craig
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    Do a google search on this. "ITE pushmatic breaker panel info" You will get lots of info.[] Thanks, Craig
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    Nice, I like it! Thanks, Craig
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    Makes sense, thanks! Craig
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    I am not familiar at all with who determines the results of a mold sample but here is a question. When you take a urine sample to the doctor, or a stool sample from your animal that you have collected to the vet, does that make you a medical professional? (No) I do not know enough about mold collecting to say whether I am against it or for it but from what I read about what some inspectors are doing it is simply taking air samples and sending them to a lab to be tested for mold and what type if any. Then the client can determine (with there medical professional) whether they are allergic. Thanks, Craig
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    Would that take care of any path found through the water? Thanks, Craig
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    Board is pretty quiet this week. Hope its because everyone is busy inspecting.[:-magnify Craig
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    Never seen it but it does resemble the mark of the D.I.Y er after maybe fire damage or some other type of damage to the roof. [?][:-boggled Craig
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    Good job Charlie, I had to read almost the whole IRC book to locate all that.[:-hypnoti Thanks, Craig
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    Kitchen counter top receptacles must be supplied by a min... of two 20 amp circuits and must be GFCI protected. These small appliance branch circuits can can serve other general purpose outlets, but cannot supply disposals, dishwashers, exhaust hoods, or fans all of which typically require dedicated circuits. A laundry must have its own 20 amp small appliance circuit for the washer and other small appliances. This is from JLC Field Guide vol.2 Best practice. Thanks for the opportunity
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    All good advice. I would call the home owner and recommend that they do what was advised here, If they can not I would get there blessing before I turned any knobs or pushed any buttons. CYA. Thanks, Craig
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    Make the recommendation! If someone cry's "code" because you are looking out for there safety and the safety of others, shame on them. Thanks for the opportunity! Craig
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    Yes, I have been in that area a time or two attending training seminars. Thanks a bunch for all the useful info... helps a great deal and shows the caliber of people that frequent TIJ. Craig
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    Thanks Jim, Real Estate around here is moving pretty slow also. I don't believe the bottom will drop out but I do think we will see it stabilize as a buyers market for the next 2-3 years for sure. I also think that guy’s like yourself that are already established professionals won’t see to much of a change but fellers like myself are going to have to prove our worth pretty quick if we want to do this full time. Craig
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    I am working on a business plan and would appreciate any information you would be willing to provide relating to these questions. How many inspections per year do you average What is the population of the area that you cover Do you refer other inspectors work that you can not or do not want to do How many inspections per year do you turn down or refer to others Hope I am not coming off as nosy! I am just trying to work the numbers. Thanks, Craig[:-banghea I stand corrected
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    Randy, Just ran across this at HGTVpro. Thought it may be of interest. http://www.hgtvpro.com/hpro/pac_ctnt/te ... eoid=67000 Direct Applied Stone Veneer. Thanks, Craig
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    Jim, This was also the first thing that came to mind when I was reading your post. Wish I could be more helpful. Thanks, Craig
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    Yes, unless you include a disclamer along with your report. I do believe though that you are purchasing the copy right to do so. Thanks, Craig[:-tophat]
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    I am a newbe but I would describe that as a dam cobbled up mess.[:-yuck] Craig
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