Sunday, April 12, 2009

S Trap


This is an S trap. S traps are prohibited because water can siphon out of the trap and allow sewer gasses to enter the house.

Friday, April 10, 2009


This B Type flue pipe from the gas water heater requires a 1" minimum clearance from combustibles. This one is in contact with the plywood ceiling creating a fire hazard.

Saturday, April 4, 2009

Expansion Tanks


These expansion tanks are required where there is a pressure reducing valve installed in the water supply and the utility supply pressure exceeds 80 psi.

Turbine Attic Ventilators


Here is one of the problems with turbine attic ventilators. Often times they will get blown off of their base leaving a large hole in the roof for rain to enter.