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Todd Engle
Nov 16, 20221 min read
Air Jordon Just Kidding Air Gap!
An air gap in a drainage system is the unobstructed vertical distance of free space between the outlet of the waste pipe and the...
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Todd Engle
Nov 14, 20221 min read
Expansion tank on a Boiler
Hot water boilers should be provided with expansion tanks. There are two types of expansion tanks designated for use with a residential...
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Todd Engle
Nov 14, 20221 min read
Sacrificial Rods
Water circulating through a hot water circulation system becomes chemically inert and does not rust the piping. But water heaters have a...
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Todd Engle
Nov 12, 20222 min read
Whirlpool / Jetted Tubs
Whirlpool/jetted bathtub fixtures must be installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. The bathtub may be filled with water...
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Todd Engle
Nov 9, 20221 min read
Dishwasher high loop is always needed
Discharge, Loop and Air Gap The dishwasher discharge hose should be connected to the waste tee or disposer inlet above the drain trap. It...
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Todd Engle
Nov 9, 20221 min read
S trap vs a P trap
The illustration above shows the difference between an S-trap and a P-trap. S-traps are not permitted due to siphoning problems....
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Todd Engle
Nov 9, 20222 min read
Crawlspace what to and what not to do
Unvented Crawlspaces In most climate zones, conditioned crawlspaces perform better than vented crawlspaces in terms of safety, health,...
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Todd Engle
Nov 8, 20221 min read
Crawlspaces are horrible, never seen a good one
Crawlspaces Access openings must be a minimum of 18 inches high by 24 inches wide. Access to all under-floor spaces must be provided with...
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Todd Engle
Nov 8, 20221 min read
I love gardens but..................
Check for downspouts diverters not discharging water far enough away from the house. Check floor lawn irrigation systems spraying water...
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Todd Engle
Nov 8, 20221 min read
When shopping for a home check out the.....
BASEMENT for smells! Check both concrete walls and concrete slab floors for any indications or evidence of cracking. As a general rule,...
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Todd Engle
Nov 8, 20221 min read
Building on slopes
steep slope The home inspector should note if a home is on a steep slope and, therefore, subject to erosion or movement. The maximum...
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Todd Engle
Nov 8, 20221 min read
Slab on Grade foundation
A slab-on-grade foundation is a type of foundation consisting of a structural concrete slab poured onto the ground, but usually, there is...
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Todd Engle
Nov 8, 20221 min read
Blow it up!
What's an Arc Flash? An arc flash occurs when a flashover of electric current leaves its intended path and travels through the air from...
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Todd Engle
Nov 8, 20222 min read
Shut it all down, The Main disconnect
All electrical systems require a means of disconnection so that the service can be shut down quickly if any dangerous conditions exist....
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Todd Engle
Nov 8, 20221 min read
NM Cables
Many people use the name Romex® when referring to type-NM cable. Romex® is a trademarked name that has come into common usage for...
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Todd Engle
Nov 8, 20221 min read
Wiring types
Wire types for North American wiring practices are defined by standards issued by Underwriters Laboratories, the Canadian Standards...
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Todd Engle
Nov 7, 20222 min read
Roof framing from exterior view
Many roof problems are caused by issues with the framing and sheathing. In this section, we will focus on the defects that may be viewed...
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