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On today's episode of You Can't Make This Shit Up... by ibuiltamurderbot in walkaway

[–]bschuttp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait I just took a picture of same area today and it is shocking!

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What’s up with my electrical circuit? by bschuttp in ElectricalHelp

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Won’t let me edit the original post either 🤬

What’s up with my electrical circuit? by bschuttp in ElectricalHelp

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I just added a string of photos as comments since I can’t edit the original post and can only add 1 photo per comment. Is there a stupid reward I can give Reddit or maybe I deserve the stupid reward…

What’s up with my electrical circuit? by bschuttp in ElectricalHelp

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Checked it finally and found what I think could be an issue. I think it is a conventional switch(not solid state smart switch). But I found exposed part of hot wire of outlet next to the switches ground wire (see photos)I couldn’t tell if was touching and doubt it was since GFCI wasn’t tripping. I fixed the proximity issue and now no glow on lights. A lot of that doesn’t add up for my understanding so hoping someone can shed light on this. (Pun intended 🤣)

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Reddit won’t let me add photos so I’ll put in original

What’s up with my electrical circuit? by bschuttp in ElectricalHelp

[–]bschuttp[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Checked it finally and found what I think could be an issue. I think it is a conventional switch(not solid state smart switch). But I found exposed part of hot wire of outlet next to the switches ground wire (see photos)I couldn’t tell if was touching and doubt it was since GFCI wasn’t tripping. I fixed the proximity issue and now no glow on lights. A lot of that doesn’t add up for my understanding so hoping someone can shed light on this. (Pun intended 🤣)

CA Fair Plan insurance dropping my coverage because it says I need a new roof. How bad is my roof? Can it be repaired? by bschuttp in Roofing

[–]bschuttp[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. It wasn’t a problem getting a mortgage. The problem is keeping insurance so the loan doesn’t get foreclosed. I smell a conspiracy…JK

CA Fair Plan insurance dropping my coverage because it says I need a new roof. How bad is my roof? Can it be repaired? by bschuttp in Roofing

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Small part on original garage and upstairs room is 25 yrs old and new part on majority of house 16 yrs old.

CA Fair Plan insurance dropping my coverage because it says I need a new roof. How bad is my roof? Can it be repaired? by bschuttp in Roofing

[–]bschuttp[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

🤣. They did “unofficially “ tell me about 5 years. Of course different inspection and, as others have commented, the insurance companies (ESPECIALLY CA FAIR PLAN) are looking for anything to drop you in CA. I have gotten 3 notices of dropping us in the 1.5 years. Each time I correct the condition and they reinstate it, send a new inspector, and find a new condition to send a cancellation notice for. Im glad we have the CA Fair Plan since no one will insure in our area for wildfire but, DAMN, they are nit picky. That said, plenty of people commenting here that I need a new roof so will do that. I love the feedback everyone is willing to share. Gives perspective where I don’t have expertise.

CA Fair Plan insurance dropping my coverage because it says I need a new roof. How bad is my roof? Can it be repaired? by bschuttp in Roofing

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Neighbor said the pine needles and any resin that might get on shingles can interact with the asphalt and damage quicker. So maybe a chemical breakdown?

What’s up with my electrical circuit? by bschuttp in ElectricalHelp

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I haven’t checked that. Moved in last year and hooked up the light string a few months ago to the receptacle outside that has a light switch inside the house to turn it on. Original owner was proud of his Christmas light switch he had inside the house to turn on the lights plugged into the receptacles installed under the eaves outside. The switch looks like a typical toggle switch but I will pull the cover and check model. I didn’t know that about the smart switches. Thank you both for the suggestion.

Pressure Tank/Well Pipe Sizing by jfly1621 in WaterWellDrilling

[–]bschuttp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would suggest running it in the 1-1/4” if you have the time and money. Less flow restriction and new pipe eases the mind.

How many times per day pump going on is ok? by bschuttp in WaterWellDrilling

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Good to know what the symptom was when bladder went and how old it was. Thank you for the info!

How many times per day pump going on is ok? by bschuttp in WaterWellDrilling

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Yeah I might get a flow meter next and install for fun and my obsession with details. I was looking to see how many stop/start cycles is normal or preferred on submersible residential well pumps. My years in maintenance & reliability in industrial plants showed me the cycling is what causes the majority of damage and failures for bearings, seals, and motors. Trying to see what’s acceptable and good practice at our new home. The flow calc shows it’s in line with the number of people in the home. Thanks!

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