SandShark
So it goes
Premium,MVM
join:2000-05-23
Santa Fe, TX
clubs:
 ·Verizon Online DSL
1 edit | reply to irked
Re: water heater installed right?
I'm sorry, but I have to disagree with mityfowl  about sloppy work being "normal". I take great pride in my installations, including work I do in attics, even if no one but me ever sees it.
If you're not happy with the job, I'd recommend calling the contractor and telling him you're not happy. Aesthetics is important. There's nothing wrong with using an apprentice. How else are they going to learn, but if he did a sloppy job, he needs to know.
As far as the aluminum tape being used on the double-wall vent pipe, I'm pretty sure that's a code violation and would not be allowed by The National Fuel Gas Code. If the vent pipe is installed correctly, there is no reason to use aluminum tape.
--
Photography is more than a medium for factual communication of ideas; it is a creative art. - Ansel Adams |
|
robbin
Premium,MVM
join:2000-09-21
Leander, TX
| I don't see the fact that the solder dripped down indicating the job was done in a sloppy or unworkmanlike manner. Now if the copper were kinked or they made a 3" hole through the ceiling for a 1/2" pipe it would be a different matter. Solder sometimes dribbles and even drips (the solder on the top of the tank should be easy enough to clean up).
I'm not a plumber but I don't think the aluminum tape would be a fire hazard. It certainly would help prevent minor vent leaks. Perhaps one of our plumbers will chime in on this issue. |
|
SandShark
So it goes
Premium,MVM
join:2000-05-23
Santa Fe, TX
clubs: | That's cool. No problem. We'll have to agree to disagree on this one. |
|
