In this post we provide some general information about Polybutylene (Poly-B) plumbing and when it might need replacement. History Poly-B plumbing was a popular piping material used in residential construction between the 1970s and the mid-1990s. Over time, it became apparent that Poly-B pipes had some inherent weaknesses, such as becoming brittle and prone to […]
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Abstract: Halfmoon Bay home inspector note on polybutylene piping, a product that has been discontinued from use. If you have it, your insurance company needs to know about it and they can advise you what to do about it. Photo: Polybutylene domestic potable water lines are grey in colour and will be stamped along their
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Abstract: Sechelt Home Inspector notes on winterizing exposed exterior water lines on a house using a product commonly referred to as heat tape. Tips on how it works and how best to install it for maximum benefit. Photo: The electrical heat tape can be seen wrapped around the drain line. Since there is no insulation
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Abstract: Gibsons Home Inspector notes on how the BC Plumbing Code is poorly worded and applied to the main water shut-off valve, and its accessibility in case of emergency. Photo: Main water shutoff valve located next to the foundation wall. Difficult to access because it is in the crawlspace, distant from the access hatch. What
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Abstract: Davis Bay Home Inspector notes on end of service life for heating and plumbing systems. Photo: Detail of a remarkable 25 year old furnace burners and heat exchanger. The unit is so clean it could easily be mistaken as new. Today’s inspection was of a home over 20 years old. Both gas appliances, the
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Photo: Hot Water Tank (HWT) with lifetime tank warranty. Abstract: Madeira Park Home Inspector note on a brand of hot water tank with a much superior warranty, compared to conventional water heaters. Imagine a hot water tank (HWT) that has a lifetime warranty for as long as you own the house. The Rheem Marathon water
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Island living is all about being self contained as much as possible.
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The above photo was taken during a home inspection in West Vancouver in British Properties. It’s a photo of the floor drain in the mechanical room. The drain is located where all the copper pipes come together in the lower centre of the photo. Note all the floor staining in the vicinity of the drain.
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Abstract: Sunshine Coast home inspector notes on frequently asked questions about septic systems. Here’s what you should know about them before the ‘subjects removal’ date. Where to Find Them Septic systems are found throughout the coast islands (Bowen, Passage, Gambier, Keats) as well as in the Sunshine Coast Regional District (SCRD). Whereas North and West
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A Gibsons home inspection was performed during a torrential downpour at the same time as the septic system was being inspected and pumped out. Benefit from our “Lessons Learned”. Just completed a home inspection in Gibsons on the Sunshine Coast of a solid 1970’s rancher. The style is that of a raised rancher, which means, rather
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