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Walter: Wondered why I hadn't see your column around the last month or so. Don't read it every time, but when I found it, I enjoyed it. Loved the fake testicles for dogs article. Good luck with your book projects.

Don't remember which board it was, but a couple of years ago an inspector did post just that question.

A bit too far for me, but close enough to make me wish. Got a kick of of this part: ================= The deck, constructed in 1988 with pressure-treated lumber, was built in accordance with 1980 building codes. Narragansett Building Official Anthony Santilli, Jr., who arrived on scene within an hour of the collapse, said there was no question the deck was built correctly. However, after 20 years, "water and mother nature" weakened the wood. In any condition, Santilli said, the deck was not meant to support that many people. In his report, submitted to Narragansett's Department of Building Inspection, Santilli said, "It is the opinion of this office that deterioration and rot due to water damage behind the ledger board and overcrowding resulted in the collapse." ======================= If it was properly flashed how did water get behind the ledger board to cause rot and deterioration. Reminds me of this rotted one: http://b4uclose.tripod.com/cockamamieph ... oists?i=28 I hope everyone heals well.

And how do you get your feet to this area without stepping those dirty sandy feet in the tub???

AND serenity! It's a good thing you averted all eye contact. They were probably wondering why you were whistling and blushing from embarassment at the same time.

Nah, John. I don't think so. House is over on Pasadena about 50 years old, fairly close to the road. Septic would have had to run to the back yard. ABS is newer added to the system.

Beats me! The ABS drain line went to the rear of the crawl space and disappeared into the ground. Image Insert: 62.44 KB Image Insert: 60.76 KB

Rawhide, Hyah! [utube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GP2mcVwQ2as[/utube] Though flux isn't the usual target. Kentucky ranks 8th in the nation for the number of beef cows.

Yeah, Rob. I checked but I didn't see a date stamp in any of those areas either! Thanks to Bain, I know the answer but I'm $5.00 poorer!!

C'mon WJ, it's easy. The dominatrix missed whipping off the solider flux but whipped the heck out of the softer flux! That's why only the solider flux is still there! Another light moment brought to you by John Howland. Thanks, John. I needed that. [8][8][8] Don't sweat it, John. WJ gets all of us every now and then.

I don't know. Seems you're pretty expensive at $5.00 a pop.

Well, lookey there. Just a few seconds too early with my second post. Ya want cash or should I put a check in the mail? One of these days, I'll break down and buy a Prestons. Maybe next summer?

Board's busy tonight. 19 lookers in 36 minutes, but no takers. C'mon right one!

Got an oil burning furnace. (don't see many of them around here) Elderly lady seller ain't sure, buyer questioning age of furnace. It's in a fourteen year old house but the ANSI standard date on the tag is 1986 which makes me think it's about 20 years old. Milwaukee Thermaflow by Metzger Machine Works Serial #: 3920-2NX Model #: LBO-120R Can you help with an age? I'm thinking it was built around 86 to 89? Image Insert: 57.4 KB Image Insert: 48.62 KB Image Insert: 55.45 KB Image Insert: 70.37 KB More my curiousity than a real need. But buyer is asking. I told em: The filter was not properly in place to filter the air and the blower fan blades are covered with crud which impedes the operating efficiency of the unit. This has also usually allowed dust to come in contact with the wet air conditioning coils. Wet plus dust equals mud on the coils equals the coils being partially blocked (I can't see the coils to verify this though). Blocked coils further degrade the operating efficiency of the unit. For energy efficiency & lower operating costs, I recommend that you have the heating and cooling unit serviced and cleaned (to include removal and cleaning of both the fan and the coils) by a heating and air conditioning contractor (familiar with oil burning furnaces ) capable of fixing any other problems found while the unit is dismantled. Given it's age and condition, you may be better off just replacing it with a newer more energy efficienty system.

Internet Explorer "Change Zoom Level" at bottom right - magnify 400% On a 203K, I'd go with "Replace it".

Look at the second picture. It was installed by Advantage Water Heaters on 6/09/1998. Doubt it set on the shelf for 20 years before being installed. I'd go with Mike's M97 date. If that doesn't get you then call them. Advantage Water Heaters 7609 10th St. SE Everett, WA 98205 425-397-8884

Thanks y'all. I appreciate the help. The seller claims original windows. About 12 years old. Water damage to the sills indicate old rather than replacement. Image Insert: 45.87 KB

Y'all got any ideas on what this debris on the window sill is. It's a second story east facing window of a large brick veneer house. Image Insert: 87.44 KB Image Insert: 52.37 KB

I use the Gateway Tablet CX2620. While my customer report doesn't have checkboxes, etc in it, the software used to compile the report (HomeGauge) does have a bunch of them that help me collect data and compile the report. The pen makes it very fast for me. Unfortunately for me, the DC plug port broke over the weekend (after two years of getting yanked around). It'll cost me about $100.00 to get it replaced. Ah well, maybe I'll just get a new one. Two years is a long time in the computer world.

Older Lead Trap. 150 year old house in Frankfort, KY near the state capitol building. Image Insert: 58.94 KB Under the concrete laundry tubs like my mama used to use with a washboard. Image Insert: 56.12 KB -

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It does adjust the spray. But one of the adjustments is off!

Well, David. I'm glad to know I'm not alone in having a wife who often does not appreciate a good dose of sarcastic humor! I'll bet there's others out there with the same dang problem. It's funny to ME!

Why??

Now there you go, Mark. Take a little trip to Dubai. I'm sure the gentleman will teach you all he knows.