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05-19-2013, 04:08 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread New electric water heater on concrete slab in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

If the plumber needs to meet the local codes, he is not going to give you a choice if you want the pan, expansion tank, and any other things needed. ...

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05-16-2013, 07:58 AM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Sump pit basin 40" deep required? in Illinois Plumbing Code Questions

Sorry for the delay in the reply. I have been running the shop solo for a while now, and when I get home, I am wiped out. The formula was something...

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05-12-2013, 07:23 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Double sink rough in. . . in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

From under the sink, how else would one access it?

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05-12-2013, 02:46 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Vanity Plumbing Options in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

Should of hired a plumber

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05-12-2013, 02:42 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Double sink rough in. . . in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

I would of added a clean out above each tee.

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05-10-2013, 05:46 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Sump pit basin 40" deep required? in Illinois Plumbing Code Questions

No you can not drill holes in the bottom of the pit. I have installed many 30" by 30" and 30" by 36" pits. The extra width helps with how long it...

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05-03-2013, 04:38 AM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Faucet hose extension, Chicago in Illinois Plumbing Code Questions

Here you go, a nice picture of one of the type of failures that can happen with the bradded stainless steel supplies. I do hope your condo/renters...

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05-02-2013, 03:20 AM

GoKohlerGo replied to a thread What's the bottom line, which toilet has the most powerful flush in Toilet Forum discussions

For a powerful flush that doesn't clog, go for the American Standard Champion 4. They are VERY VERY HARD to clog. Here is a video of one flushing a...

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05-01-2013, 05:46 PM

GoKohlerGo replied to a thread American Standard Champion toilet Review and comments. Rated #1 by Consumer Reports in Toilet Forum discussions

I will make a video of the Champion 4 outside on the weekend! :)

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05-01-2013, 05:01 AM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Sewage Ejector vs Gravity for my basement in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

Check with the city codes. Call the plumbing inspector and ask what is it they require for adding a bathroom group in a basement. Many of the...

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04-24-2013, 07:13 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Single to double vanity - Illinois (a new version) in Illinois Plumbing Code Questions

You have that correct, it is removing the current fitting lowering it a little and installing a second wye upside down above the spill level of the...

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04-24-2013, 05:32 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Single to double vanity - Illinois (a new version) in Illinois Plumbing Code Questions

This would be the proper way to plumb a double vanity, sorry about the crude drawings but I hope you see that there is a revent and both lines tie...

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04-24-2013, 05:22 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Single to double vanity - Illinois (a new version) in Illinois Plumbing Code Questions

Also another note, since you are doing more than a simple repair, you should get a permit from your town/city, and while there you can ask the...

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04-24-2013, 05:21 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Single to double vanity - Illinois (a new version) in Illinois Plumbing Code Questions

Is both bowls going to be in the same room, and are they both going to be to the left of the stack? Or is one going to be left and the other right...

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04-23-2013, 11:43 AM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Faucet hose extension, Chicago in Illinois Plumbing Code Questions

Well when the PE pipes let loose and flood your unit and the units below you, you're going to find out real fast what it means to be liable for your...

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04-22-2013, 03:36 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread New pump or replace check valve in Pumps and Tanks Well Forum & Blog

Sorry bad habit of mine which cost me a 100% grade back when I was in school. I should read more carefully. My advice is for a sump pump. I just...

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04-22-2013, 02:21 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread New pump or replace check valve in Pumps and Tanks Well Forum & Blog

If the pump is pumping the water out quickly and turning off and on at its normal levels then it is fine. All pumps in the Chicago area have check...

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04-22-2013, 01:45 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread How easily will pex pipe melt near a soldered fitting? in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

Get a product called Cool Gel, it will help as long as you don't lollygag with the torch. Unsweating though, can be iffy.

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04-22-2013, 01:34 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Need advice on sump pump design in Pumps and Tanks Well Forum & Blog

With the relief holes drilled the check valve will not lock up. When there is no relief holes the check valve may not lock up right there and then,...

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04-22-2013, 12:51 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Need advice on sump pump design in Pumps and Tanks Well Forum & Blog

Zoeller had a bad batch of switches back in the late 1980's and from what I been hearing at the supply house and trade shows they have had a bad...

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04-22-2013, 12:43 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Zoller Versus Liberty in Pumps and Tanks Well Forum & Blog

Zoeller used to only give a one year warranty from date of install or 18 months from the manufacture date. Then Zoeller has increased their warranty...

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04-22-2013, 12:35 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Backflow Valve Advice in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

Sorry I have not been around much. The backflow valve is right under the cover the 2" pipe ties into. This cover needs to be opened and the flapper...

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04-22-2013, 12:26 PM

SewerRatz replied to a thread Kohler P-trap CP-9033 installation in Plumbing Forum Discussion & Blog

Bottle traps, illegal here in Illinois.

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