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SewerOdor wrote at 2006-10-22 18:59:19
Rooftop vent pipes or "stink" pipes as they are often called let water flow down drains by allowing foul gas to escape. It is now law in many areas to cover these vents with charcoal filters to prevent odor. Existing homes can also have these sweet filters installed over existing vent pipes.
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dispatcher bob
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I can answer just about any question on residential plumbing,as long as you ask a question that makes sense... I do however need you to be as thorough as possible on asking, it is hard to read between the lines and be on same page as person asking.
Experience
35 years working in the field of plumbing service plumber, worked for some new home construction for several years, new commercial for 2 years, commercial maintainence, but prefer residential service
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Have an interview in This Old House.
Education/Credentials
5 years of vocational school plumbing trade.
RPZ backflow prevention certified.
Master licensed plumber state of Minnesota
City of Minneapolis Licensed, City of ST. Paul licensed.
Certified Residential Mold Inspector
Certified Mold Remediator
Certified Commercial Mold Inspector
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