Brian G

Originally posted by StevenT Rodgers and Hammerstein step aside, here comes Goodman and Turetsky! Alas, I have no Little Giant to wax on about, so this one's all yours Steven. Watch out for Mr. Prickett too, he pens a mean limmerick occasionally. Brian G. Inclined to Rhyme, From Time to Time [^]

Originally posted by Jim Katen Please explain "Talken bout dog cussing." I've never heard that one before. Is it a Quaint Southern Phrase? (QSP) "Dog cussing" is the kind of super-vulgar, unrestrained cussing fit one would normally reserve only for a dog (in theory). [:-gnasher Brian G. Speaking From Experience, Coming & Going [:-doggy]

Originally posted by Donald Lawson I couldn't tell if it was the agent or the builder... It has golden bands, so I'm gonna say that one was a realtor. [:-slaphap Brian G. I Only Have One Golden Band, & It's Chafes Occasionally [:-crazy] [-crzwom]

There are only 2 kinds: alive and bad, dead and good. That one looks alive and bad to me. Brian G. Snakes Suck [:-scared]

Originally posted by mgbinspect Not a Shakespeare fan, eh? (Me either) Borrring... He's okay as long as I don't have to try reading the stuff. That old English is dang near a foriegn language at this point. Forsooth, whence he hath goeth in tway, thence shalt he WHAT THE HELL IS HE TALKING ABOUT? [:-boggled[] Shakespeare Had a Good Idea Once.... I was thinking of his line about killing all of the lawyers...seems like a sound idea at times. [:-mischie Brian G. I Prefer John Grisham [^]

Originally posted by fyrmnk It was an International Comfort Products (isn't that Goodman as well?) AC and a Goodman furnace. I'm pretty sure that's Heil, not Goodman. Brian G. Heil Goodman! []

Originally posted by kurt You're assuming that the judge respects things like contracts, state licensing standards of practice, or anything else. Well yeah, I am sort of assuming that state law would count for a lot in a state court, but your point is valid. Unless one cares to appeal and pay the heavy price, a bad ruling that flies in the face of state law is just as binding as any other. I was just somewhat taken aback by the part about "We could not defend the home inspector". That sounds like his actions (or lack thereof) were indefensible. The judge may ignore it, but he had a very valid defense if the standards were in place. Brian G. Shakespeare Had a Good Idea Once.... [xx(]

Yep, what they all said. Not our job, well beyond the scope, and probably not even the problem to start with. No way I'd cover that, and I don't believe for a minute they could make me either. The service guys and contractors (all kinds) seem to be getting more and more into the mode of claiming anything they find or fix should have been caught at inspection. I don't know if it's revenge or they're just trying to look good for having *out-done* us. All I can say is that if most of them were doing thier job as thoroughly as I do mine, we'd all be out of work. I'm not worried. Brian G. Not An HVAC System Engineer [:-irked]

Have a little shop off to the side for boat construction; too much house stuff all the time puts me off my feed. We gotta have it so we can mess around in boats. You build the boats, I'll go fishing in them. [:-captain Brian G. Master of Personal Sacrifice []

Fourteen foot thick walls and underground. Wow. I'll bet it's a breeze to heat & cool. Brian G. Can I Get a Skylight in There? [:-dev3]

I have a recurring nightmare where I'm electrocuted by an ungrounded ceiling fan a licensed electrician installed. [xx(] Brian G. The Sparky Did It! [:-magnify

Well as I live and breath; now I've seen one. You've just gotta love the 200 amp 42 circuit panel as a DYI item, don't you? [:-dunce] I sort of wonder about Cutler-Hammer though. They have that other double-tap breaker on the market, but unlike the Square D the lug looks totally generic...like they just grabbed one out of stock and went for it. Good find Richard. Exception duely noted, and I stand corrected. [:-paperba Brian G. Me and My Big Mouth [:-bigmout

Originally posted by Richard Moore Brian, where did you get that from? Cutler Hammer appears to make mostly panels rated for 225 amps. That, of course, doesn't mean you have to have a 225 amp main breaker. But, nowhere in their literature (or the NEC) does it state that a 200 amp main restricts the number of allowable circuit poles to 40. It would be on the original box the panel came in and on the door or enclosure label. It isn't in the NEC, much like the 42 circuit limit never was until the last issue, but I know of no one who makes a panel with a 200 amp main that allows 42 circuits. As you pointed out, many panels are rated for 225 amps, but very few have 225 amp mains. The same is similarly true of "100 amp" panels, which are virtually all rated at 125 amps (though there is no 2 circuit bump for going with the 125 amp main for some reason). The circuit limits are, and always have been, "de facto" limits arrived at by the manufacturers' electrical engineers, until the NEC adopted the 42 as the high end limit. One can say they aren't code and aren't "written" anywhere, but if no one ever has made a 200 panel with more than 40 circuits then any panel you find with more is wrong. I've had that arguement a few times, which is why I'm glad the NEC went ahead and codified at least the high end allowance. Now they need to do the same with the others. 100/125 amp 20 circuits 150 amp 30 circuits (I've heard talk of 32's, but haven't seen one in a 150) 200 amp 40 circuits 225 amp 42 circuits If anyone can post a link to a residential panel spec sheet (or label photo) that allows more than any of those I've listed, I'd love to know about it. Brian G. The Great Panelosticator [^]

I had another thought about the 42 circuit thing last night. To have 42 circuits you must have a 225 amp main, not a 200. The max for a 200 is 40 circuits. I could swear I see 200 on that main handle. As always, check the label to be 100% certain, but I've never seen a 200 amp 42 circuit panel by any manufacturer. Brian G. Ultimately Rectifying My Original Post [:-dev3][][:-dev3]

Originally posted by Jim Baird You might not be allergic to it today, but that's no guarantee. So I've heard. As far as I know mine is holding up, and I still weed-eat and push-mow a lot of the same ground that helped immunize me as a kid. I hope it lasts a lifetime, 'cause I'll be in for a mess if it doesn't. Scottpat's denial was just using "due diligence". Oh yeah. If you're not gonna look at something, you gotta say so. Brian G. Itching to Stay Immune []

Originally posted by Chad Fabry 42 are allowed. I'm glad the NEC finally came right out and said so to. I'd say "bonding conductor" is a contradiction in terms. That which is bonded is never meant to be a conductor. That's some really sloppy work. It reminds me of another saying I should have posted in the other thread. "Every job is a portrait of the person who did it."id="maroon"> Brian G. Sloppy Work Sucks, But It Feeds My Kids []

You're chust a leetle girly man, ya. [-crzwom] I would've pulled it down with gloves on, but I'm not allergic to it anyway. As kids my brother and I used to be in contact with the stuff almost daily (poison oak too), but never had a problem with it. They say that can change on you later in life, but so far so good for me. Brian G. Ivy League Inspector [^]

I also like Richard's list. I've seen similar ones that actually included the furnace/AC filters and such, which is counter-productive for an HI seeking the truth about a property. I suppose that would be helpful if one wanted to find and report as little as possible. I can't imagine a group of realtors would retain much on the technical side, but if I were going to suggest things to look for I'd stick to simple stuff like lack of GFCI's/smoke detectors/CO detectors (where needed), 2-wire outlets, old and crummy major system components, negative grade, rot, water stains on the ceilings, etc. as visible signs that work will probably be needed. I'd also stress the potential conflict of calling in contractors without getting an independent opinion from a qualified HI first ("You need a new roof real bad lady. Here's a bid...we can start tomorrow."). Brian G. Edjumakashun R a Good Thang [:-graduat

Originally posted by Paul Maclean It's such a simple thing to put them on a stand, everyone has continued to do so. I like it. Originally posted by hausdok Sort of the belt and suspenders method. I think it's a good idea. I agree with you fellas. The best safety is in layers, as in more than one. Brian G. Raise Em' Up

I do it, but only for a few of my loyal RE friends who I know will see to it that I'm not left out. One specializes in a low income type of loan where the client often won't have the money for appraisal, inspection, etc., but she wants them to have the same protections as the higher-end clients. I'm with her on that. As far as the deal dying, I don't worry about it. I make it clear they will still owe me if the thing falls though and I have a signed contract that says so too (hence no contingency). I haven't lost on one yet (knock wood), but I'm wouldn't want to let it become a bigger part of my business. Brian G. The Poor Need to Know Too

Bizzaro. I've never seen CMU's that big anywhere. Makes my back hurt just to look at 'em. [:-sick] Brian G. Achey-Breaky Backbone [:-crazy]

If I remember correctly ISHI also forbids recommending any expert for further inspection or evaluation. Gag me. [:-crazy] No overly scrutinizing the property? My whole business is built on overly scrutinizing the property. Clients love scrutiny. [^] Brian G. Scrutin' for Dollars [:-magnify

Originally posted by Jim Morrison I aint in it for the money. I do it for the love. Ahhhh....Jim's New England Chicken Ranch, eh? You sly dog. [-crzwom][-crzwom][-crzwom][-crzwom][-crzwom][-crzwom][:-eyebrow Brian G. That Jim Boy is Smarter Than He Looks [:-dopey][:-dev3]

So Jimmy, what's the cash crop going to be? [:-hypnoti Brian G. Just Curious [:-dev3]