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Have a plumber check the vents from the roof, maybe stick a rod down them, to check for blockage. Or better yet, if possible a sewer camera.

I do believe that is considered a J-Trap configuration. I was always schooled that there can only be 1 slip joint connection after the outlet of the trap. If that 90 bend going into the wall were to be schedule 40 piping, (Instead of slip joint piping) it would be ok, technically. If there is no sings of recent leaks, I don't think I would make a big deal about this.

I agree.

No good drip loop, 3" feet from window I got an explanation for this set-up (wasn't really looking for one but got one anyway). Apparently this area was hit pretty hard with an Ice/Wind Storm this past winter. There was a lot of damage to utility lines, and the utility companies were overwhelmed, to say the least. Anyway when they repaired the service lines to this house they had decided that the old weather head was too close to the windows. So they installed a new meter and mast, but contractor doing the repair could not touch the roof, so they just tucked the mast up in the soffit, trying to make the 3' clearance. This what the seller or his realtor just e-mailed me. Emergency or not it's still not right. I just call it as I see it.

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Not to thread drift; but what would you do if you set the plunger, or pop-up, then reset it and the sink did not drain at all? Or; What would you do if you turn on the faucet, and the sink didn't drain at all?

O.K. - I'll say the condensate drain is directly tied into something,(hopefully a drain line that is properly trapped). The other vent is a plumbing stack with a 4x2 reducer and a 2x 1 1/2" slip joint coupling which a brass/chrome trap has been installed. Maybe to keep out the torrential rains in Arizona?

4 way lug wrench & floor jack, or AAA Card. Sorry to be a smart ass, but had a blow out today. Some kind of jagged, twisted piece of metal. Luckily I was able to pull over to a Dairy Queen parking lot. Haven't had a banana split in years. But seriously; I have a small 1/4", assorted bit, ratchet and drive set. I recently did an inspection on an older house where the electrical panel had a torx head screw. This little set came in handy that day.

How about - FOG? Fact - Opinion- Guidance * is faulty - Fact Repair/Replace - Opinion Consult reputable contractor - Guidance

I currently have 2 moisture meters, an Extech & a GE Mini Protimeter. Well, the other day the Extech got smashed (Don't know how, I think a little troll broke in and did it) There are a few non invasive meters out there now that I'm looking into. I have only used the meters a few times in my young career, and I got a little worried about probing in and leaving 2 small holes. Are non invasive good through drywall? When do other inspectors use Non-invasive instead of the probes? I'm just wondering what others use & when? Thanks, Frank

Is the sump at least covered? All that soap residue can start to stink.

Another possibility; You say you tested the gate valve. I'm not clear if you opened it a little bit or just torqued on it to see if it was closed. If it was opened a little bit, maybe the valve didn't close all the way. Gate valves have a reputation of doing that, especially older gate valves. Or; Depending on the washer, it might have back fed the cold through the hot supply line somehow, even though it was on cold. (Maybe it got stuck on warm for some reason????)

It's Devin Hester. (Come On Bob) Desmond I think is a Howard. Yea, where are the Pats fans. Are they really going to change the name of the team to - The Brady - Moss Show?

Sexy Rexie - The people I have talked to (self-proclaimed "Experts" or "Gods") really haven't formed a definite opinion yet. I respect Lovie Smith's "stick to your guns" attitude he had last year, and I hope Rex has matured or gotten all 1st real year jitters out of his system. I can't wait to see how they utilize the Tight End Arsenal they have now. Plus the WR package with the addition of Hester, Rex has many targets to choose from. So if he can keep his head out his ***, and in the game, it might be a very excitable season (Again)

New Construction? Is there any wall framing in the basement? If these are the only two pipes in the basement with no wall framing outlining a bathroom, it could be a floor drain which needs to be cut down, & a vent. Certainly there should be plans, or at least the builder or buyer should know if there should be a basement bath. I'm not sure about other regions, but I'm use to seeing a basement bath rough with at least 3 pipes. The closet/toilet, it's vent, and a stub-up for a lavatory. Full baths would have a square hole for the tub drain, (or another pipe for a shower) and it's respective vent.

Sunday December 30. In Chicago! That's outside in Chicago winter weather, on real frozen ground. Not inside with all the comforts of a roof, and a carpet. Stirring the rivalry pot a little early!! Frank

Found a 20 Amp outlet in a garage with no GFCI protection. The panel was only a few feet away and I tracked it down to a designated breaker for a freezer. Even though the compressor in a fridge/freezer could trip a GFCI on start-up, doesn't this outlet still have to be GFCI protected since it's in a garage? Aren't the newer GFCI Outlets better at handling fridge/freezers than the ones in years past?

Is it OK to just lay Type K Copper on the ground for a long span? Shouldn't it be supported above ground like any other pipe, if it's not going to be underground? This is a new construction, and the Type K runs at least 15 feet like this. And yes, I did notice the missing moisture barrier. Image Insert: 143.21 KB Image Insert: 156.81 KB Image Insert: 168.87 KB

Speaking about Chicago Water Heaters & Inspectors, here are a couple more interesting facts; some water heaters require vacuum breakers. If they are bottom-fed or elevated above the fixture they are servicing. Also the pans can not be plastic they have to be galv or non-corrosive metal. Does anyone know if they are enforcing heat traps on commercial water heaters? Now speaking of the plumbing inspectors I have experience with in the past, well I can't say much because I don't want to get subpoenaed. I will say, they rarely buy their own breakfast & lunch...

I'm not sure if a GFCI would really help in this situation.... My understanding of this "Strange Situation" is this( and I'm sorry I lack proper terminology): When the saw was turned on, it back fed 110V through the dormant wire back to the panel in the shop, which energized everything on the other side of the panel. Can't really see a ground fault there. Now, since the hot lead was open between the house (And the main panel) this voltage just remained in the panel, turning it into a straight up single phase circuit, (Again sorry about the lack of proper terminology) protected from one side of the double main disconnect in the main panel in the house. When the saw was turned off, it just turned everything back an open hot situation. 1/2 of a panel. I like the idea of gophers, and I think you should go Bill Murray Caddy shack Crazy...

I would say open hot from house to shop. This same hot is what the lights are wired to. When you turned on the saw, the motor took power from the other hot, and that let the other (Open hot)side of the panel to be energized.

Is this allowed anywhere? I've seen this situation a few times around here. Image Insert: 232.93 KB

Just by the region ( North VS. South of the Mason Dixon)[:-slaphap Maybe that set up could cook the HELL out of some Roadkill. Something Mike O' has never had the pleasure of tasting... Careful of what Watt is planning in September...[] Actually Mike; Missouri cuisine is not far from old Army M.R.E. ( Meal - Ready - to - Eat ) Personally I loved the spaghetti & meatball

Sorry Jerry, not quite clear what you mean by "Naturally Leak". Do you mean overflow? Or leak behind switch plate? Best bet is to check with manufacturer... Frank

I was in a basement,(or as I classify it as; "Hell-Hole") and I placed my hand on top of a 4 inch cast iron pipe, and I felt little feet run across my knuckles. I still get chills just thinking about that one...