Terence McCann

Obviously installed on the 4th of July! Also noted 101 uses for electrical tape as well. Download Attachment: Hamilton Ave Lorain 013 Small.jpg 42.6 KB

Or you could do that, Doh!

Hi Don: You have to look for a *.exe (* = the programs startup name such as PhotoDraw.exe). If PhotoDraw resides in its own directory ie. c:\program files\photodraw then look for the *.exe there. The way to look for it would be to (if your using windows XP) hit start, go to my computer, click on the C: drive, click on program files, click on the directory that PhotoDraw is in and look for the *.exe. After you find it, remember where it was, start your report software and repeat the process. Most newer programs will install to c:\program files. Older ones might install themselves right off the c drive such as c:\PhotoDraw. You can put a shortcut to windows explorer on your desktop too (bypassing start, my computer, clicking on c:drive etc). If interested let me know and I'll walk you through it.

Chad: PM me with your address and I'll send you the book. I spoke with one of my buds, that worked for the same contractor I use to, and he has a spare one that he'll give me.

Steve: No doubt that sizing gas lines is beyond the scope of a normal home inspection however, learning about proper piping methods and a general knowledge of gas line sizing will help you spot potential problems such as an undersized feed for multiple appliances. This is what makes us professionals.

Just a few other items... When feeding two appliances with one gas line the main run should be larger and then stepping down as it feeds the devices. God only know why they put the jumper in line. Are you sure both lines are main feeds and they just didn't use the jumper as a feeder for one or the other lines? I have an old plumbers manual, from East Ohio Gas, that has charts on proper gas line sizing. If you don't have something like this Chad I can scan & send you a copy. One heater looks like it has a copper drain line for the TPRV & the other has plastic. It may be nit picking but I like to see copper on the drain lines.

Chad: Go here -> http://www.hotwater.com/frame.html?topa ... sthelp.com Type in Parallel vs. Series Piping in the search box for a PDF file. This is A.O. Smiths stance on the issue.

Hi Scott: I'll bet the manager of the hotel was thrilled. []

As long as the rest of the code conditions were met for solid fuel appliance then I would think that just raising one a few feet above the other should suffice, easy fix. In real life I don't think it would effect the draft.

Looks like FHP is big in geo-thermal Danny. Tried finding some installation manuals, no luck. You know for sure that there is no where near enough room for sufficient return air stuffed that close to the h/w htr, what was the delta t on a/c mode? Manufactures also call for clearance on the front back and sides for servicing, yours looks way too tight. You would have to default to the manufacture specs. Is the plastic line on the TPR valve pvc or cpvc? Also, no more than 4 90's.

Ditto on the thanks. That goes into the live well.

Nice power cord arrangement as well. From the pic it looks like it's ready to rub the driven pulley.

Feed me, Seymour

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Chad: I like your wording. We're you doing a pre-sale inspection for the owner??? []

Hello Rich: Sorry, I should have specified which code book. The book I was referring to is Code Check - Electrical. I remember reading somewhere that a plumber was in a crawl space and was going over a gas pipe when he was electrocuted. If I recall correctly, the clock on the stove had a short/leak which made it's way to the gas line and that's what took the plumber out, hence bonding the gas line. Someone correct me if I'm wrong on this account. BTW, that reminds me, anyone know if I can get jpegs of the illustrations in the code check books? It would be dandy to include some of these in my computer reports, if it's allowed that is. I guess I should check with the authors first. Tanks.

You walked that roof without a roofers ladder? [:-bigeyes] You got biggins Mike!

Second question, does bonding the gas pipe at the hot water tank suffice or are there more locations for the gas piping to be bonded?

I'm re-reading all code check books and noticed the water tank on page 5, Fig 17. It states "Many jurisdictions prefer to have hot, cold & gas bonded together at the hot water tank." Do any of you recommend this if it's not already there (regardless of the local muni's code?) Also, on older homes, that were built way before todays standards, do you recommend bonding the gas, hot & cold water lines together, perhaps at the hot water tank? Tanks.

Let me first clarify, that when the client and I first meet on the site, I explain to them what my report consists of and I explain the use of the term “appears serviceable.â€

Ah, the "appears to" debate. Have to agree with Mr. G. Small example, I check the fridge for correct operating temps however, I do NOT sit in front of it to check run time nor do I make sure that it cycles through a defrost cycle. I operate the oven but I do NOT make sure that a 350 degree setting of the thermostat corresponds to the actual oven temperature. I make sure the clothes dryer heats up but I make no expressed guarantee that it will dry the clothes properly etc. "Appears to" is a very necessary part of the vernacular of the profession IMHO.

Regarding the "dirty words", I agree that there are ways to say things and there are ways not to. I never use the word "contact" when I ask the client to sign off on our, umm, contract. I always use the word pre-inspection agreement. I guess it goes back to my marketing days. I could also say that a small leak on a bathroom sink drain is a potential health hazard, a breeding ground for black mold, a breeding ground for fungus, all of which could send your young children, gasping for air as they ride in an ambulance on their way to the emergency room. I could also tell them to tighten up the spud nut and all will be well. I don't think it's realtor speak, just common sense.

Being a 3D Inspectionware software user I receive a copy of Mr. Michael Leavitt newsletter. Some of you know Michael as the guest speaker who, at the last ASHI conference, spoke about 3 light electrical testers being "big fat liars." In his latest newsletter he and Mr. Doug Hansen discussed the bonding issue of jetted tub pump motors. I asked Michael if I could provide a link here so that others may read it. http://www.thehomeinspector.com/MMMProm ... omoIJ.html Enjoy.