Electrical panels are required to have a 30" wide by 36" deep clear working space. This panel cannot be opened for inspection without dismantling shelving.

Microwave Oven Leaks

Proper equipment can detect leaks at microwave ovens.

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.

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.

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.

T&P Drain Line

This temperature and pressure relief valve (T&P) has the drain line reduced. The T&P drain line diameter must not be less than the diameter of the valve.

Roof Jacks

Deteriorated rubber gasket at roof jacks allow water into the attic and usually into the wall cavities.

Swimming Pool Danger

For safety, all pool equipment, lights and rebar are bonded using a copper wire attached to ground. You can see the bonding wire here that is not protecting the pump motor. The risk for a fatal injury exists here.

Romex Through Studs

NM cable within 1-1/4" of the face of the stud requires nail plates for protection.

Rooftop Garden

Sometimes there is so much debris on the roof for so long that it composts and becomes a great medium for starting plants.

Tree Branch Roof Damage

Here's what can happen to your roof covering when tree branches are in contact. Make sure your trees are trimmed to at least 4 feet from the roof.

Drop Down Attic Stairs

Here is a common defect that I find. Attic drop down stairs require fasteners in holes provided at the corner brackets and the hinge pivot plates. These fasteners must be 16d nails or 1/4x3 lag screws. Drywall or wood screws are not permitted.

Heavy Load

On a jobsite this morning, I saw this truck trying to load a heavy dumpster.

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