MtnArch
SAWHORSE
I guess I have never been involved in a project that had piers that didn't have grade beams designed as a part of the foundation. Thanks for the explanation!
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mtlogcabin
SAWHORSE
ICE
I might be over thinking the need for compact from a different need
Considering the seismic zone you are in I would think compaction should be required for this repair to prevent a lateral shift of the house in a seismic event the week after the job is complete
I might be over thinking the need for compact from a different need
Considering the seismic zone you are in I would think compaction should be required for this repair to prevent a lateral shift of the house in a seismic event the week after the job is complete
tmurray
SAWHORSE
That should have been taken into account by the engineer of record. Not a bad thing to ask and make sure of though.
fatboy
Administrator
Well no fatboy we don't enforce the Pool and Spa Code. So I don't know if there is a code for pipe support there.
Take a look at the pipe. Do you see how easy it would be for a rambunctious kid or bichon frise to snap the pipe?
You are correct....I am out of bounds. But hey now, somebody had to pay for a permit....am I to be faulted for giving them a little extra?
Take a look at the pipe. Do you see how easy it would be for a rambunctious kid or bichon frise to snap the pipe?
You are correct....I am out of bounds. But hey now, somebody had to pay for a permit....am I to be faulted for giving them a little extra?
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The job is an addition of a kitchen, dining room and master bedroom and bathroom.
Cracks in stucco do not show well in photographs. At least not the photos I take.
This stucco is about three months old and cracked all over the place.
The contractor has repeatedly refused to discuss this with the owner. He says that stucco cracks and there's no fault on his part.
A crack in stucco is not usually cause for a correction notice. Many an owner has pointed out a hairline crack and asked me to make the contractor fix it. It hardly ever happens that I write a correction. I did this time and suggested that the owner contact the CSLB.
Cracks in stucco do not show well in photographs. At least not the photos I take.
This stucco is about three months old and cracked all over the place.
The contractor has repeatedly refused to discuss this with the owner. He says that stucco cracks and there's no fault on his part.
A crack in stucco is not usually cause for a correction notice. Many an owner has pointed out a hairline crack and asked me to make the contractor fix it. It hardly ever happens that I write a correction. I did this time and suggested that the owner contact the CSLB.
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The new kitchen is the only kitchen.
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MtnArch
SAWHORSE
Ya know, I don't want to get a worse reputation. With that in mind I figured it might be a bit too much to ask for a compaction report. Then I noticed that the supports sit on concrete....that made me feel much better.
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The label states that the clearance from the top to a "ceiling" is 12". After repeated cycles of heating the framing the wood will dry out and become easier to ignite. It appears that the soffit is getting plenty hot.
Well I was there for an electrical service upgrade and had to see the jumper between the hot and cold water pipes at the water heater. The work was performed by a solar contractor that became visibly upset when I declined an opportunity to approve the work.
There was an issue with the electrical.
Recently there was some discussion regarding T&P relief valves for tank-less water heaters. This unit has an entire paragraph on the label devoted to pressure relief valves. No mention of temperature relief valves.
An odd feature of this label is that the verbiage regarding clearances indicates that the heater is allowed indoors. However there is a statement that it is for outdoors only.
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The switch is a disconnect for the tank-less water heater.
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fatboy
Administrator
I am always amazed at the $hit you find.......wow
jar546
CBO
The switch location is no good but the switch may be labeled for the use.
There’s nothing wrong with the switch location and it’s the same switch that I have throughout my home....indoors
chris kennedy
ADMIN
jar546
CBO
jar546
CBO
A living room light switch is ok outdoors......as long as there is a cover? The time before this was for a swimming pool light but you’re saying that isn’t a violation?
I haven’t looked for it but Shirley the words indoor use only are on the switch.
As far as location...we’ve had that discussion before and 110.26(A) still doesn’t apply.
I haven’t looked for it but Shirley the words indoor use only are on the switch.
As far as location...we’ve had that discussion before and 110.26(A) still doesn’t apply.
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jar546
CBO
It must be an East coast thing. I see plenty of switches outdoors and they never look like this switch.....if they do, they get replaced.
Sunlight might kill it before it gets wet. Come to think of it, I have a couple in my garage that are still in the package. I’ll look for them when I get home. If they aren’t stamped “indoor use only” I’ll contact ETL and let them know what was missed.
Sunlight might kill it before it gets wet. Come to think of it, I have a couple in my garage that are still in the package. I’ll look for them when I get home. If they aren’t stamped “indoor use only” I’ll contact ETL and let them know what was missed.
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