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Are gas water heater timers worthwhile? I've never seen one in operation, and the reports by consumers and plumbers are mixed. The energy lost in make-up time seems to be the main criticism of gas w/h timers. However, this seems like a replay of the arguments of some time ago that a...

The forum at waterheaterrescue.com site seems to have disappeared, and an email to them is rejected as a spam suspicious email. I'm a long time registered member so this is odd. Anyone else use them, and is also having difficulties with the site?

I've noticed a few posts on the issue of bonding at the water heater. FWIW: So. Ca. Gas have a regulation, "No Bonding at the water heater" - it's not permitted because they consider it to be an unsafe practice.

Ref. gas meter code req's. for an externally fixed meter. I've just read in another place claims that, One, 3/4" plugged test tee's are not typically required in the gas pipework immediately after the gas meter. If this is correct, then how do you test the installation? Two, that after...

Could anyone direct me to a diagram/pics of a multi-head shower rough-in?

Tempering valves(T/V) used with residential water heaters (W/H) - aka ( i believe ) Thermostatic mixing valves. 1. Their main function appears to be to protect from scalding, ( how often do first line of scald defence, residential w/h thermostats fail without isolating the gas/power?) 2...

It's common in the Bay Area Ca. for PI's to pick-up the lack of an access panel in a wet wall. Access is, typically, required to the fixture(s) and supplies, but also to the waste & overflow. Freestanding tubs, with their backs and works to a wall, must also be provided with a means of access...

Terry, an admin issue. I notice that there is a tom123 registered and lumped together with me. I dont recognise his posts, so, presumably, it's not some strange variation on my part. Perhaps you could seperate us. Not that i would object on principle, to being squeezed up to someone with the...

Hi John, i didn't know that you posted on here. I'm standing at attention as i type. My question refers to my earlier post ref. the Palo Alto Bldg Dept ruling ref banning drywall in wet areas. (The post is a little down this page.) Do you have any suggestions for a secure backing for floating...

The Building Dept of Palo Alto rejects the use of green or any other drywall in wet areas. To achieve a S&C floated surface for tile, what other backing suggestions would you recommend? Perhaps a Two-Coat float over mesh and 15 lb felt?

We nowadays have a range of bathtub stoppers and plug arrangements, and in my opinion, the spring loaded "toe-tap" stopper is the worst design of the lot, quickly followed by "you've got to be kidding me - the works are in the waste shoe" linkage and spring pop-ups. With clevis and rods for...

I've noticed in another place a claim that there is now, in many states, no code requirement for using an air gap with a dish washer drain. The only requirement now is for a high-loop in the D/W drain pipe. Any comments?

I've heard guys say that they mostly use plastic in preference to copper these days - is this the common experience?

What size tips would you use with an MC Tank and/or a B Tank for a one-tip-does-it-all approach? What length of hose do you guys prefer for service or tract work? Do you have any brand preferences for hand held bottles and torch?

Could anyone direct me to a web site(s) that illustrates the UPC in pics, diagrams or video? I already have Redwood Karmen's excellent short guide, anyone know of any other recom. books?

Terry, you posted a pic of someone's washing machine rough-in: 09.03.2009 "Problem with laundry drain" 1. why in the pic is the "combo" facing the "wrong" way? 2. Why vent there, at that point in the waste, at all? 3. Is insulating w/m supplies req'd? hj, in the same post you say that a...

A few Q's ref. Mission and Fernco fittings: 1. Web claim that some local codes forbid using Fernco in the ground. Is this correct? 2. Claim that Mission fittings with draw-bolts wont always nip up enough? 3. Claim that Mission have thicker walls and better SS wraps than Fernco? 4...

Aluminum or Zinc particles from degrading non-magnesium anodes can find their way into the cold water side ( ie. drinking water ) if any cross connections or faulty mixer catridges or re-circulation systems are present. This subject was raised elsewhere, but no satisfactory responses were...

Where would i find statistics ref. 1. water heater accidents. 2. construction accidents?