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10-25-06, 07:45 PM
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Posted By hdiy

In-Pipe Heat Cable

Out of fear of freezing, I am looking at retrofitting a run of domestic water piping with in-pipe heat cable. The piping is a combination of one section copper and one section PEX.

It appears...
12-10-05, 07:17 PM
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Views: 1,254
Posted By hdiy

Thank you.

Thank you.
12-10-05, 05:16 PM
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Posted By hdiy

basement sprinkler install

I'm thinking of installing one sprinkler head above my oil boiler in the basement.
There are plenty of cold water supply lines to T, for a supply to the sprinkler.
Is there anything more...
11-30-05, 05:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,225
Posted By hdiy

Ok, thanks.

Ok, thanks.
11-29-05, 09:52 PM
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Views: 1,225
Posted By hdiy

Cast iron to PVC

I need to extend a 4" cast iron main DWV to 4" PVC, but only the clean out is accessible for the cast iron. The outside diameter of the clean out is about 5.25", which puts it in between the 4" and...
11-09-05, 01:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,312
Posted By hdiy

Thank you.

Thank you.
11-09-05, 08:28 AM
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Views: 1,312
Posted By hdiy

non-limiting duplex CB?

While looking at circuit breakers yesterday I noticed that the duplex breakers come labeled "non-limiting". They are about 50% more than those duplex CBs without that qualification.
What does the...
11-08-05, 08:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 16,749
Posted By hdiy

removing painted over wallpaper

Can anyone provide any suggestions for removing wallpaper which has been previously painted over (and indicate the difficulty of such a project)? I don't want to repaint over it, as the previous...
10-19-05, 01:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,530
Posted By hdiy

Is it permissible to use 3-3-3-5 SER copper wire...

Is it permissible to use 3-3-3-5 SER copper wire for this purpose?
I have not found 3/3 NM-B yet.
10-19-05, 12:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,530
Posted By hdiy

Thank you for that explanation. I'm going to...

Thank you for that explanation. I'm going to look for #3 NM-B as a matter of simplicity vs. running conduit.
10-19-05, 12:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,530
Posted By hdiy

Feeding a subpanel

I am finishing space above an attached garage, and plan to feed a subpanel in the finished space using a circuit breaker in the main panel.

I have calculated the service needed for the finished...
08-15-05, 05:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By hdiy

Jon, Thanks. There is no question in my mind,...

Jon,
Thanks. There is no question in my mind, that all the work I do myself, I should have inspected ahead of electrifying.
08-14-05, 09:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By hdiy

racraft, I appreciate that. Thanks. ...

racraft,
I appreciate that. Thanks.

PATTBAA, I can see the wisdom in the simple approach. That's what I'll do.

594tough, I still have to do some checking to make sure it's all designed in...
08-14-05, 09:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,728
Posted By hdiy

Thanks Greg. I have heard the same about...

Thanks Greg. I have heard the same about ventless models.
Anything with an "oxygen depletion sensor" makes me wonder how safe it is operating in a living space. Then there is all the moisture it...
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Views: 3,512
Posted By hdiy

Exterior Paint Brands - Ben Moore vs. Glidden?

I need to repaint the exterior of my 100+ year old house, but I need help selecting a paint brand. Consumer Reports gave high marks to Glidden Endurance Exterior paint, but I have never worked with...
08-12-05, 06:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,728
Posted By hdiy

Rinnai (or similar) direct-vent heating

I am interested in opinions/experience on manufacturer and model for propane direct-vent heating units, like the Rinnai wall mounted models.

The space is 400sqft and is an open floor plan....
08-12-05, 05:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By hdiy

Thanks Jon. I was trying to get a sense of what...

Thanks Jon. I was trying to get a sense of what will be possible for me to do, and what I'll ask the electrician to do. I looked at the submetering links E-man provided, and that led me to rules...
08-12-05, 05:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By hdiy

E-man, Your response is very helpful. Thank...

E-man,
Your response is very helpful.
Thank you.

RAC's "With an attitude like that..." response violates 4 of your posting rules under the Forum mission statement, that prohibit derogatory or...
08-12-05, 02:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By hdiy

I don't believe I have anything other than an...

I don't believe I have anything other than an attitude of interest and learning.
I am disappointed you aren't willing to give me feedback on my idea.
Perhaps other more constructive and patient...
08-12-05, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By hdiy

The immediate purpose of the meter is to keep an...

The immediate purpose of the meter is to keep an eye on tenant (ab)use of electricity.

Thanks again.
08-12-05, 11:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,370
Posted By hdiy

Meter use off the main panel

I am planning to finish an attached apartment and supply it with 100A service that comes off a CB in my main panel (main=200A), and feeds a subpanel for the apartment.

I would like to install a...
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