Smelly Water – One of 10 Signs Your Water Heater Anode Rod Could Need Changing
A water heater sacrificial anode rod is a metal rod and is generally screwed into the top of the tank. It’s job is to attract corrosive elements in your potable water. Over time the rods get “sacrificed” for the healthy survival of the heater’s tank and the result can lead to smelly water.
Vent-Free Fireplace Odor
Vent-Free Fireplace Odor: What It May Mean and What to Do During a home inspection in Central Mississippi, I operated a vent-free gas log set and noticed a distinct odor—a mix of burning dust and a kerosene lamp. The household included three dogs and two cats that spent time indoors and outdoors. That made dust […]
How To Inspect CSST
Safety is the critical factor here. It’s vitally important CSST, like other potentially conductive systems — including rigid black pipe — be properly bonded to the structure’s grounding network.
Your State Plumbing Code – UPC or IPC
Today we have two dominant model plumbing codes in the United States; The International Plumbing Code (IPC) is a proven, comprehensive model plumbing code that works seamlessly with ICC’s family of building codes. It sets minimum regulations for plumbing systems and components to protect life, health and safety of building occupants and the public. The IPC is […]
Will Freezing Temps Ruin PEX Pipe?
Bottom Line! I have a run of PEX in my attic that freezes when the outdoor temps falls to about 15 degrees. Once my attic warms up (after a few hours the next day) the pipe thaw. So far no leaks.