You Should be fine
Hi-rise buildings are on a constant pressure system and chances are there is a PRV somewhere. However a word on Flexy's. They are all not all alike, some are bett...
Discussion History
Polished versus satin reply
I did a search for you on Giangi and came up blank. Are you in The USA? Polished vs. Nickel basically is just a preferance to the finish. Kinda like polished bras...
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Good Point C
Local codes vary on the discharge. Some municipalities will let you tie into the sewer, but all too many times I have seen the waterproofers take the easy way out...
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Reality of the Situation
Get a few estimates from contractors. Explain your situation to them. Tell them you have some material on hand and let them give you a contract in writing. What e...
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Experience
I started my career in building maintenace licensed waterproofer, which expanded my knowledge in HVAC, appliance repair, plumbing and heating, carpentry, etc. I h...
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I will personally vouch For cellarwater (Sean)
Some of this makes no sense to me at all also, however C is a good guy and makes regular contributions to the boards and in my opinion he is an asset. Seems like ...
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I Have to agree With homebild
You spend entirely too much time talking to yourself, rather then answering homeowners questions regarding the subject matter. I have waterproofed enough basement...
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TIPS on Tub Spout Reply
Hi Paul. I have an easy way for you to accomplish this job. Remove the old spout CCW. Buy a spout that contains an "O" ring and allen screw clamp.Cut off the male...
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thanks homebild
I have sought the advice of a mortgage broker who is willing to buy out the other property in which my wife co-signed and re-finance my mortgage. The problem is t...
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Cleanout
Illegal to run a drain into a C/O. It's there for a reason. For access to a blocked drain. What you want to try to do if possible is: Cut in a 3 x 2 wye fitting a...
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Hot Water Reply
After your coil, you should have a mixing valve that you can adjust. 120 degrees is recommended to prevent scalding.
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Recommendation reply
without a doubt bradford white. www.bradfordwhite.com if they will be gas fueled the prices went way up due to mandated safety features. Click on the link "defend...
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Posting
if you haven't already, post this same question in the fix-it for'em. Some good advice givers are tomh,dodgeman henry in MI, homebild, etc. yes there are differen...
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Sump Pump Reply
yes the flo tech is a decent pump. 1/3 HP is ample enough.make sure your discharge piping is at leat 1-1/4". cast-iron bodied pumps in my opinion are the best. th...
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Leak reply
Would it be possible for you to cut-in an access panel? It might help to inspect the drain and water supply lines. Access panels are highly recommended for gettin...
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I'm In a Bind
Before my wife and I were married she re-financed are mortgage. The current mortgage is called a baloon mortgage and in the year 2012 we owe a 1 time payment of 4...
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Truss reply
If you post your question in the fix-it for'em you will get more replies. not my area of expertise, but there are some great guys in the previously mentioned foru...
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Gs Line Nipple sticking out to far reply
Yes, have a plumber perform the job. he is most qualified in gas lines. All that probably has to be done is the removal of the nipple that's sticking out, and cap...
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Insulation Reply
Your on the right track garlicman. During the summer months the cold lines will sweat. A good name brand insulation for your supply lines is called Armaflex. it's...
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No you are not nuts
it's called finish plumbing. Your ahead of the game because the plumber will do the roughing-in. You can set the toilet, install the faucets, etc; etc, and if you...
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