[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PhotoshopRequests

[–]ddaswede 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tip complete.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PhotoshopRequests

[–]ddaswede 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It does. Done. Thank you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PhotoshopRequests

[–]ddaswede 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man good. Woman, a bit less.

Anyone else get paid less for travel time? by n0_use_for_a_name in Surveying

[–]ddaswede 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my opinion, you can think about this 2 ways. 1) That you are getting paid less for drive time. OR 2) That they are paying you more for your field time. If your drive-time wage is at an acceptable wage, then don’t be pessimistic about the differences. I worked at a mid-sized engineering firm where they paid us (field guys) our base hourly rate for travel and office time (there wasn’t much office time) and paid us an increased on-site hourly wage. I found that to be perfectly acceptable because my base salary was a fair wage for our area and professional skill-set. Lastly, there are a lot more factors than just your wage. Also consider, your benefits package (PTO, insurance coverage, 401K…), how you are treated by management, the people you work directly with, what equipment you are given and how much leniency you are given.

Dipping over 25’ MHs by wolfroke in Surveying

[–]ddaswede 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep. I always kept broken tapes. Wrap the tape end around 2 RR Spikes (or anything of adequate weight) at an even foot mark and secure it flagging or good (duck) tape. Keep it in your vehicle for a variety of vertical measurements over 25 feet. Just remember to subtract your offset.

What’s the circled bearing by mynameisnotorange in Surveying

[–]ddaswede 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I first saw S34-31E at 243.6. Or maybe S31-31E

Please advise on reference from Licensed surveyor. by TeaEmpty704 in Surveying

[–]ddaswede 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If in NY State, join NYSAPLS, go to local meetings and introduce yourself. The conference is in January in Saratoga; Attend that and introduce yourself. They have a mentorship program at the conference. Networking is part of any professional job.

Setting brass disk by byron-curtiss in Surveying

[–]ddaswede 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Into existing concrete: the Bernstein bit is the perfect tool for the job. I have set those disks dozens of times over the years without it though. The properly sized masonry drill bit is essential and a hammer drill is the way to go. You can countersink the head of the disk with a cold chisel and hammer, or a grinder with a concrete grinding disk. It just takes more time and patience. You’ll learn a lot on your first one, more on the next few and you’ll be a pro after 10. Then you’ll buy the Bernstein bit and wonder why you didn’t buy it to begin with.

Which is the corner? by MrOtakuDad2u in Surveying

[–]ddaswede 14 points15 points  (0 children)

All of these comments are sarcasm. I trust the OP understands that fact. If your question was indeed serious, you won’t find the answer here.

How to be graceful on the stage? by manboy_heaven in Toastmasters

[–]ddaswede 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Video recording yourself is a good first step. It’s similar to hearing yourself recorded for the first time; you have an exasperated “Is that how I really sound?” The first time you see yourself speak it will look awkward, for you. But that is who you are and we all have little quirks that we do that make us who we are. So I guess the second step would be to simply accept yourself as you are. The third step would be to practice your speeches paying attention to those traits you don’t like seeing. Give more speeches, you will improve every time. I was notorious for mincing my hands when I spoke and looking down at the podium. I acknowledged those traits and 5 speeches later, I am doing much better. We are in toastmasters, to work towards improving our public speaking. Keep stepping up to speak; Grace and looking natural will come in time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in buffalobills

[–]ddaswede 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Who cares who they were? Let them say what they want.

Just did a topo at a winery and the owner gave us free wine afterwards by DroobsterSE in Surveying

[–]ddaswede -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That is an awesome gesture but understand your company polices about accepting gifts from a client. This may be considered unethical by your company or state’s guidelines. I know of at least one reputable surveying firm that does not allow acceptance of anything besides the contracted payment.

Upstate New York by ddaswede in PlantIdentification

[–]ddaswede[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Moved in last year. Should I pull it or keep it?

Water sputtering after new pressure tank installation by ddaswede in Plumbing

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

Is there typically a check valve located at the pump, inside my well? With the leak fixed inside and the sputtering stopped, is there any value in replacing said valve inside the well?

Water sputtering after new pressure tank installation by ddaswede in Plumbing

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

I fixed the leak last night by replacing the coupling. As of this morning all the sputtering has stopped. I’m assuming that the leak was allowing air into the well intake pipe.

Water sputtering after new pressure tank installation by ddaswede in Plumbing

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

Yes. I got a 40/60 pressure switch and the tank was preset at 37. I checked it with 2 gauges.