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ryanp

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  1. Sorry, I should have taken a better picture and described it more adequately. It is right next to the water heater and I failed to mention it is plumbed like a water softener. Thanks for the reply.
  2. Is this an old water softener or just a filter of some sort? If it is a softener, where does the salt go? Click to Enlarge 27.15 KB
  3. I went back and measured. From the vent on the meter to the exhaust it measures 34.5". I also found a decent PDF from the gas company with the clearance requirements. I'm waiting for a callback from the gas guy who did the evaluation. I just need some clarification on a few points. Thanks for everyone's help and advice.
  4. Thanks for the feedback. Yes, I should have measured it. I did a visual inspection around the exterior, but did not get an exact measurement. I'm going back tomorrow to take a look, but I have been told by the realtor that it is 2' 10". Thanks for the PDF that will be a big help.
  5. I just received a call from the selling agent. I had written-up a gas fireplace for the blower fan not operating. A company that that installs fireplaces in our area came-out and inspected the unit and additionally found that the fireplace exhaust is 2 inches too close to the main gas meter on the exterior of the house. The client wanted this confirmed and the utility company came-out and verbally confirmed what the fireplace evaluator had said. Still 2 inches too close. The individual from the utility company said it's too close, but he wouldn't move the exhaust of the main meter. The client wanted this in writing, but the utility company does not put these things in writing. They said this would fall on the home inspector. I guess I am just looking for some guidance. Yes I missed this violation, but I'm apprehensive about saying it's okay when it clearly isn't. I think what they are wanting me to say is that the utility company came-out and inspected it, but recommended it be left in its present state. I, however, am not the utility company. I've only been doing inspections for a year and I would really appreciate any advice. Thanks in advance.
  6. Here is a picture. Click to Enlarge 52.63 KB
  7. I found something in an attic today that I have not run into it before. Every fourth or fifth rafter there is a taut galvanized wire connecting the rafter on one side of the attic with its mate on the opposite side. This house was built in 1910. It almost looks like barbed wire without the barbs.
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