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Wednesday Wilds in Home Inspections- How long to do it wrong?

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Home Inspector with NCW Home Inspections, LLC

Wednesday Wilds in Home Inspections- How long to do it wrong?

Wenatchee Home Inspections.

 

I have wonder why so many that flip or renovate homes actually take as much time to do something wrong as it would to do it correctly.

 

Here is an example, a simple drain from a bathtub. Whoever did the work used a flex pipe typically you would find on sinks. This plumbing material is not a listed product and is not allowed as an approved material for plumbing, anywhere in a home.


           


The UPC (Uniform Plumbing Code) states-
701.1 Drainage Piping. Materials for drainage piping shall be in accordance with one of the referenced standards in Table 701.1.

I know these flex pipes do not meet any of the references or have been approved.

 

Remember the box stores are in the business of selling you something. Not always in the business of selling you the right something.

Doing something wrong, no matter how many times you do it, it is still wrong. When people are performing renovations or repairs preparing homes for sale or even personal use proper materials and installation are still required.

 


 

 

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Chris G. Varona



 


 






If you find any errors or have additional information that would expand on any code, building standards or manufacturer requirements please let me know.

 

 


 




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Comments (5)

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Great advice about the box stores just want to sell you something in most cases

Jan 10, 2018 07:30 AM
Jay Markanich
Jay Markanich Real Estate Inspections, LLC - Bristow, VA
Home Inspector - servicing all Northern Virginia

I see that stuff all the time, usually when the homeowner has done the repair himself.  It loads with goop quickly!

Jan 11, 2018 11:27 AM
Golden1 Agents
San Mateo, CA

Thank you for sharing.

Great advice.

Jan 14, 2018 03:12 AM