feeding tube at home - what to expect
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new home: should I use a plumbing manifold and PEX tubing?
Comments (13)Ditto coffeehaus' statement re acidity and pin-hole leaks. I had that problem in MD and slowly replaced the copper with CPVC with glue & compression fittings. CPVC is a good product but PEX has become the product of choice. PEX-to-PEX fittings are crimped on and there are solderless fittings for PEX to copper & CPVC. Also, plumbing PEX is different than radiant heat PEX. I like the idea of ON/OFF control at the main feed. A manifold is required if tubing is run individually to each fixture (homerun method as shown in pic above) or connections are made using a hybrid of homerun and branch feeds. I would also plan for a little more distance from the electrical panel. I have not heard of any problems with mice chewing plastic lines and I live in the Adirondacks where there are lots of seasonal homes and summer camps....See MoreSo what are you feeding your dogs now???
Comments (20)I found the pet food list forums to be largly made up of a lot of knee-jerk folks. About 99% of the tainted food is canned wet food. That does not mean there is anything wrong with the same brand dry food. I know that Costco removed their Kirkland brand wet food as a precaution. Just as Hills removed their wet food from the market there have been no problems with their Science Diet dry food. The main reason I like the Kirkland dry food is because it contains no corn or wheat gluten. It does contain whole grain brown rice and cracked pearled barley. The product bag also states that it is made in the USA. Most folks don't have the time or interest to especially prepare home cooked food for their pets and have to rely on a quality packaged food. Learn to read labels....See MoreBuying a house with knob and tube wiring and other 'TLC'
Comments (7)You're in CA, home of earthquakes and fires which means old home or not you have a whole different set of problems to deal with than the rest of the country. If I recall correctly once you open the door to an a remodel you have to bring that house up to code. You need to check with your RA and city code officers on that. Try finding someone in your area that specializes in old houses. NOT a general contractor. GC's are the kings of rip it out and start over. It's faster and easier for them than actually having to build to spec. A good electrician should be able to run wires without destroying your walls. Asbestos is fine as long as it is intack. A flat roof can be a difficult fix but it isn't impossible. What it boils down to is how deep are your pockets and how good are you at dealing with multiple problems over a fairly long period of time. It's been my experience whatever the experts tell you its going to take dollar wise double it. Same with what ever they tell you time wise. Old houses can be a joy and a great source of pride BUT it's a lot of work getting there and keeping things up. Not everyone is cut out for the old house experience....See MoreWatching more This Old House on YouTube - Connor Homes
Comments (4)Just saw the final episode. Don't like the sectional and the TV over the fireplace in the LR (they have a study - would have put the TV there). The most off putting thing is the huge barn door between the hall and the DR. It's less open concept than I expected. Think the screen pocket doors to the pantry were trying too hard for " old" looking. A bit too much industrial combined with farmhouse. All in all, it's not nearly as bad as most HGTV shows, but I would have stuck with the timeless and traditional. They did admit they had run out of money when it came to the master closet. Nice to see what anyone who has ever gone remodeling or a new build, has experienced! They got very carried away with the lasted technology for well and HVAC etc - hate to think what that cost. Not much landscaping but a fortune in sod. For a house that was quicker to assemble, it took a LONG time to complete....See Moreasolo
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