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A Plumbing Vent Gone Seriously Wrong!

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:53:07 +0000

A plumbing vent should never discharge into the furnace flue.

Are Your Wall Studs Supported Properly?

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:46:40 +0000

Anytime holes get bored in wall studs metal stud shoes need to be installed to re-strengthen the wood wall studs.

Another Plumbing Vent Gone Bad!

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:40:10 +0000

Plumbing fixtures have to be vented properly to prevent sewer gas from getting into the house.

Are Your Floor Joists Supported Properly?

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:18:25 +0000

Floor joists need to be supported properly in order to carry the designed weight of the area.

Could Your Furnace Have A Dangerous Gas Leak?

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 20:09:20 +0000

You need to have your furnace serviced annually by a qualified HVAC Contractor. During the servicing they can check for dangerous things like a gas leak.

Is The Water Pressure In You Home Too High?

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:59:54 +0000

If your faucets are dripping and your toilets are running, chances are the pressure reducer valve on your main water line’s gone bad!

Trouble With The Exterior AC Units

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:50:22 +0000

Check out several troubling issues with this pair of AC units.

Polybutylene Pipes

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:24:14 +0000

Do you have third generation Polybutylene pipes. Learn how to recognize them.

Gas Water Heater Problem

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:14:10 +0000

The combustion gas produced by a water heater is suppose to go on the outside of the house.

Prevent Wood Rot On Your Window Trim

Ken Compton — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 19:05:34 +0000

Keep Your Wood Trim Painted To Prevent Costly Repairs!