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  1. msteger
    Since these appear to be 90%+ condensatings unit's, run these to the outside w/ PVC from the appliances. No need for metal flues.
  2. msteger
    I'd simply say plastic.
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    CertainTeed requires removal of these during a re-roof with ridge and soffit venting to maintain the shingle's warranty. The other major manufacturers strongly recommend doing so also.
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    EPDM Roofing?

    msteger replied to Mark P's topic in Roof Forum

    Also, most EPDM membranes I've seen have EPDM written right on it, like EPDM 60 would be a .060 EPDM roof.
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    Nolan, I would agree with your buyer's request. Who knows how much corrosion exists in that panel.
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    The water heater was a strange brand, actually, none that I had ever heard of before (don't recall its name right now), so who knows, maybe they supplied this weird vent material. I called it out anyway.
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    I carry a telescopic mirror and use it for things like this (testing sump pumps) as well as testing smoke detectors, checking behind clothes dryers, etc. Don't stick your hand in the water.
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    2008 NEC

    msteger replied to Darren's topic in Electrical Forum

    Someone posted this a few months ago. I know because I saw it here and saved the PDF. Good info.
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    Indeed a stupid location for panel location.. may follow the letter of the code, but common sense was not abided to. Doesn't the code stipulate that panelboards must be installed with specific clearances and level footing for safe access? I would think the level footing would be contradictory to staircases.
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    I only use the tester to verify the unit has power, is grounded, and wired properly and then use the GFCI receptacle's TEST button to test the receptacle. Also, keep in mind that the GFCI's TEST button and the receptacle tester's button do not do the same thing when pressed.
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    Thanks. 1st time in over 5 years that I've seen that material used for venting an appliance.
  12. msteger
    Thanks, OK, so I see this type of vent material is allowed in some areas, but is it allowed to have that much slack? I would have thought it should be straight.
  13. msteger
    But how does one burn a fossil fuel without producing any byproduct exhaust? A 'Ventless fireplace' sounds like an oxymoron.
  14. msteger
    Yeah, gotta love a painter who does this. I've seen this many times myself, including in quite a few condos.
  15. msteger
    Are they required to be a straight shot b/w water heater and ext vent? This one had slack and sagged before going outside. Just looked wrong to me at 1st sight.
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    Image Insert: 51.32 KB OK guys.. first time I've seen this type of install today. It was a gas water heater (2006) with a black flexible 'rubber like' hose with extra slack run from the power vent to the exterior. Would have expected to see rigid PVC for this application. Is this material (in the photo) approved for this? I did note the slack and the loose hose clamp in the report. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks,
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    Also looks like someone just punched a hole in the wall and, behold, was an electrical panel.
  18. msteger
    Any idea how American Standard does their date codes for furnaces? I ran across one today and I don't have them listed in my chart, nor was it in the one attached in this post. Anyone? The home was only 4 years old, so guessing that one was not tough, but having their info would help for next time.
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    But I would expect a rather large gas line capacity is needed for 2 of these since these suckers have a large BTU rating.
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    Found it, thanks.
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    Great info, guys. Any idea what Dan's thoughts are regarding the recent KY Board of Home Inspectors (was that what it was?) decision for their state's home inspectors to NOT call out FPE equipment as potentially hazardous?
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    I would think the AHJ would have to make the call. If the bathroom is only going to be a sink and toilet (ie, a half bathroom), they may have a different interpretation than if the bathroom will also have a bathtub or shower. That's how I once saw it interpreted in my area... it was a matter of how much moisture may be present. Probably varies depending upon where you are. The local AHJ required the panel be moved or the bathroom plans changed to prevent the two from being together. Let us know what happens..
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    Ditto. I've seen lots of chimneys that are built with an angle, like in your photo. I always, always recommend a Level 2 Clean/Service and inspection by a qualified chimney professional for any chimney that is either venting a fireplace/stove or HVAC system or water heater. There is just too much that we can't see while doing a non-invasive visual inspection.
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    If the furnace filter opening is uncovered and the furnace is in the garage, I would suspect a possible carbon monoxide hazard as well.
  25. msteger
    Boilers are also a fun thing to decipher manufacture date. Most do not code their year of make in their serial numbers, although some of this info is within the unit. Of course, we are not taking the boiler apart, so we are not easily able to find this. Safe bet is to write down the serial number and brand and call the manufacturer. I routinely have to do this with Burnham, New Yorker, etc. Furnaces are a heck of a lot easier once you know the various manufacturer keys after years of experience.
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