Bill Kibbel

It's not ABS. It's high density polyethylene (HDPE) meeting the standards for potable water (NSF-pw) supply. As Brandon said, it's not for distribution. Like Chad, I only see it installed from the well to the pressure tank.

"The substance causes respiratory problems and cancer". That was alleged back in the day, but never proven in any legitimate studies. Now, only folks lookin' to make money off of fear make that statement. Still, it was pretty stupid installing a product that's been banned for almost 30 years.

Be sure to strap that extinguisher down in the truck. I put one in a brand new conversion van, thinking I would get to it soon. I had to slam on the brakes for an idiot and it slid all the way forward, went off and filled the entire van with fine yellow smoke/powder. I had to stick my head out of the window to see where I was driving. It probably looked like a cartoon.

3-5 in our area, unless the roof is heavily shaded.

We used to do loss control inspections for a firm that exclusively underwrites policies for homeowner associations. The inspections included all exterior components of the entire community, the association owned buildings and amenities and an interior inspection of one representative residence. These could take one man several hours for a small condo community to all day with several inspectors for large communities and high-rise. We charged as much as we would if we were spending our time on individual inspections plus a little extra for the length of the reports. The only hassle was a few property management companies would make scheduling difficult. The firm hired a new VP to handle loss control and we no longer hear from them. Probably found someone cheaper.

A dryer exhaust duct should have a smooth interior surface. Flexible "transition ducts" (<8') are permitted for connecting the dryer to the exhaust duct.

Maybe Mike/Rose can add a link to it on the front page? http://www.mapservices.org/myguestmap/m ... how_usages

Light blue means you "go both ways". [:-eyebrow When we started this, red was the only choice for the markers. Now, it seems that you can choose from 8 colors.

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I was just Googlin' something and our map appeared in the results. I see that some of our newer members haven't flagged their location yet. TIJ member Map

While a single stain may not be enough evidence to establish a case for a former methamphetamine lab, I commend Phillip for his concern for his clients. I don't think his credibility would come into question if he expressed his concern and it turns out clean. I've read, then quickly forgotten all the reports of homes being used as former meth labs as I was quite sure it would never be an issue that would surface around areas that I serve. As of just a few days ago, I've been proved wrong. About four miles from my home, renters of a house in a very nice rural area, on a nice country road where I've inspected a few fine farmhouses, were just busted for manufacturing meth. This is an area where the crime rate is one-tenth of a percent of the national average and the median income is much greater than mine. Law enforcement officials estimate that for every lab busted, there are at least ten that are unknown. These eventually end up on the market and get purchased by unsuspecting, innocent families. No one is disclosing former labs to new owners. There's only a handful of databases in a few states, listing only busted labs. The home buying public has no warning of the long-term health concerns or what to look for. I think it would be a good idea for all home inspectors everywhere to get credible training in the recognition of former meth labs. There's training, originally aimed at first responders, now available to those in property management and real estate related professions. Sorry about the rant, but this is a timely topic for me. I will be completing my training by the end of the month. "Every day a child gets sick because they are living in a meth lab home and their parents don't know it. No one ever thought it was important enough to tell them. Warning others about a meth lab home before they buy or rent it is the right thing to do". methlabhomes.com

I think that's partially correct minus the "acidic". The Portland Cement Assoc. warns against wetting colored finish stucco when curing as it can wash out pigment, cause mottling and discoloration. Splash up immediately after application would be the likely culprit.

Bold and underline added by me. R102.7 Existing structures. The legal occupancy of any structure existing on the date of adoption of this code shall be permitted to continue without change, except as is specifically covered in this code, the International Property Maintenance Code or the International Fire Code, or as is deemed necessary by the building official for the general safety and welfare of the occupants and the public. R102.7.1 Additions, alterations or repairs. Additions, alterations or repairs to any structure shall conform to the requirements for a new structure without requiring the existing structure to comply with all of the requirements of this code, unless otherwise stated. Additions, alterations or repairs shall not cause an existing structure to become unsafe or adversely affect the performance of the building. I disagree with the plans examiner. Is the examiner's opinion in writing?

Anhydrous ammonia that got wet? It's used for fertilizer and manufacturing meth.

It's an effluent ultraviolet disinfection unit. They're typically installed on spray irrigation systems, direct stream discharge systems and systems near wetlands. It's the preferred method of sterilization where chlorine could cause problems.

Gibsonguy is Ian. The quote in the signature is from Red Adair.

By MIKE SNYDER Copyright 2009 Houston Chronicle In the months since Hurricane Ike’s landfall, hundreds of thousands of Texans have entrusted their hopes for housing assistance to temporary contract workers who inspected their homes for storm-related damage. At the peak of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s individual assistance program last fall, 2,360 inspectors from throughout the country were documenting damage to Gulf Coast homes. With varying levels of training and experience, these inspectors are motivated to work quickly because they’re paid a flat fee per inspection and must cover most of their own expenses. These factors and others have created a flawed inspection system that withholds assistance from many deserving families, according to a former FEMA inspector and lawyers representing families who say they were unfairly denied assistance or didn’t get enough to repair their homes. Read the article

In my area, I see oil tanks in garages more often than gas piping and appliances. You can look to the standard in the International Fire Code (I.F.C): I.F.C. 321.2 Posts: 1. Constructed of steel not less than 4â€

In a recent report: "I observed the roof by sliding on my ass and screaming like a little girl". That's what it looks like when someone's chasing a leak with a bucket o' goop. It's funny when someone tries to fix it from inside the attic.

With prefab gas fireplaces there's "fog" and "haze" that forms on the glass. Fog clears when it heats up. Haze needs to be cleaned off with specific cleaners. If the haze remains for a long period of time, it etches the glass.

Please post your documentation from a credible source that advocates forcing water into a limestone foundation. Then, maybe your source for using a pressure washer to prepare joints for re-pointing.

Either method is likely a >20 year return on investment.

Are you joking or are you illustrating your knowledge of old limestone masonry?

Click to View 69.88 KB It's very likely that it contain asbestos fibers. Maybe someone thought the silver spray paint would hide it. Maybe someone should have painted the boiler I inspected on Friday. Click to View 47.1 KB

I have a reproduction. I have an original 1896 copy of The National Electrical Code - An Analysis and Explanation of the Underwriters' Electrical Code, Intelligible to Non-Experts.