ctgo4it Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Can't think of any specific reason, but it just doesn't feel right. Any of you experienced folk have an opinion? Thanks Image Insert: 36 KB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Kibbel Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 If it gets enough sun and regular watering, it can quickly produce new buds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randynavarro Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 That is something. You, Mr. Bill, are amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicago Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Now ..that was funny. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Moore Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Originally posted by inspecthistoric If it gets enough sun and regular watering, it can quickly produce new buds. [:-bonc01][:-bouncy][8D][:-smile_g[][:-spin] Thanks Bill...I chuckled out loud! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Dirks Jr Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 I'll bet you a dollar to a dime the roots of that thing are penetrating the foundation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctgo4it Posted July 24, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 In all seriousness, should I even mention anything about it? When I pointed out where the meter was, the client said he walked past it a bunch of times and never even noticed it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicago Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 The gas company put the meter there a little low. I would guess the owner raked up the dirt for the pretty flowers. Eventually ,the gas company may take care of that,if it is a problem. The shutoff is still accessible so maybe they could cover the thing some more and go to an estimated bill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevenT Posted July 24, 2007 Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Where I am, it is the responsibility of the homeowner (their plumber) to set the meter bars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctgo4it Posted July 24, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 24, 2007 Thanks. I think I will do that - and know once and for all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicago Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 I just feel if it was a problem the gas company would shut it off.They do own the meter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ghentjr Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 I found one partially underground, like the photo, at a new condo. The local code Bubba was called in along with a gas company rep and to my surprise they made the installer elevate the meter. Not only on the one unit I called out, but on about 15 others that were also buried. Sometimes things work like they should. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chicago Posted July 25, 2007 Report Share Posted July 25, 2007 Must depend on the locale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ctgo4it Posted July 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 30, 2007 Originally posted by SonOfSwamp The safe play for the HI is to call the gas company (maybe email the pic, too), and get their spec for the meter installation. If the gas company says it's wrong, call it out. The owner can always ignore the HI's advice. I think the gas company, once asked, will reply that the meter and the dirt have to part ways... WJ So here is the reply I finally got: Dear Abe, Thank you for your inquiry. Per the customer's request, we would report to the location and raise the curb box so that it is accessible. Best regards, Melissa B. Customer Assistance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillip Posted August 4, 2007 Report Share Posted August 4, 2007 It can be made to grow other things[] Image Insert: 173.77 KB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottpat Posted August 4, 2007 Report Share Posted August 4, 2007 OK, I found this one that the owner made a nice planter for! Image Insert: 122.39 KB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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