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  1. iOne

    Gas Seismic Shutoff Valves, Excess Flow Valves (EFV), and Building Codes

    Oh my, it seemed like a simple topic but it's not. In my area for multifamily a seismic shutoff valve must be installed on the customer side of each gas meter, during certain retrofits, or when an insurance company "asks politely". One per unit, plus common gas. I have an owner who would...
  2. N

    Gas Dryer located Next to Stove top?

    I want to install a stacking Washer& Gas Dryer combo in my unit and the only space available is the 30 inches right next to a single unit stove top range/oven (also Gas). CMC 908.2 calls out clearances but nothing about location: 908.2.1 Clearance The installation of clothes dryers shall...
  3. T

    Natural Gas Flue

    Hello, I am looking into replacing my old electric water heater with a natural gas tankless water heater. In my water heater closet, there is an old 6-1/2" furnace flue that vents to my roof. Pictures: https://postimg.cc/gallery/kD8s0Jh I had a contractor tell me I could not convert/re-use...
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