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  • About doug238
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    atlanta metro area
    Experience
    i am the son of the son of a plumber. my dad is a plumber. my 2 brothers are plumbers. i have been in plumbing since i was 18. going on 34 years now. i was a journeyman in florida after 5 years, and shortly after moving to atlanta january 2001, got my georgia state unrestricted master licence and my alabama state master licence in plumbing. i have owned and operated my own plumbing business since august 2002. my experience is in all phases of residential, light commercial, and some industrial plumbing, specializing in service for the last 14 years. i still do new and remodeling but backing off some.
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    president of the company
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    disclaimer: i speak as how i think it should be done, respective of all i say, it should be done by someone who is not going to get hurt or hurt others. plumbers protect the health of the nation, do it yourself people are only trying to save money.
 
     


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Bubble in toilet, then... Plumbing Dec 31, 2008 04:25 PM Well said
Delta bath cartridge... Plumbing Dec 28, 2008 02:22 PM good observation...!
Delta bath cartridge... Plumbing Dec 28, 2008 12:56 PM I'm sure this is accurate.
New Water Heater -... Plumbing Jul 22, 2008 07:22 PM does not help at all
Kenmore Elite Washer... Appliances May 20, 2008 02:53 PM Plumbers do not fix appliances! I am one!!
Toilet running after... Plumbing Jan 19, 2008 02:58 PM That's good to know. I would never have thunk it! One more reason to read this board.
Toilet running after... Plumbing Jan 19, 2008 02:25 PM add this one to my memory bank.
Difference between AAV... Plumbing Jan 18, 2008 06:09 AM Right on the money - this is what I had to do to fix my problem!
Hot water flow delayed Plumbing Jan 17, 2008 09:24 AM Thank you for the suggestion.
What do I need to... Plumbing Jan 16, 2008 06:12 AM Let me balance out the reddy. Dougs answer was bang on!!
What do I need to... Plumbing Jan 16, 2008 05:24 AM Very accurate, thanks for the code headsup, didnt thought about that.
both bathtubs clogged... Plumbing Jan 13, 2008 07:55 PM Exactly what was wrong
Bathroom upstairs and... Plumbing Jan 12, 2008 06:56 AM here's one more...Wrong!
dryer stops Appliances Jan 12, 2008 06:28 AM balancer..only trying to be helpful.
Need washer drain pipe... Plumbing Jan 12, 2008 06:07 AM Very helpful
repipe or reline pipes? Plumbing Jan 10, 2008 06:54 AM Great inforamation. Thanks!
Teflon or Pipe Dope for... Plumbing Jan 8, 2008 09:21 PM I applied the recommendations and had no problems with leaks. Thank you very much.
Moen shower Facuet Plumbing Jan 8, 2008 06:26 PM Step by step and accurate.
Moen shower Facuet Plumbing Jan 2, 2008 05:59 PM very thorough
Low hot water pressure... Plumbing Jan 1, 2008 05:19 PM His answer was correct. My husband solved the problem since I asked and indeed there was debris in the line.
1950s Cape - Leaking... Plumbing Dec 19, 2007 03:32 AM Very helpful!
Loose Ander Lign... Plumbing Dec 17, 2007 08:03 PM Wrong fittings - i.e. no sleave, wrong ferrule material
Slow leaking toilet? Plumbing Dec 17, 2007 02:14 PM It worked!
Replace leaking bathtub... Plumbing Dec 14, 2007 06:23 PM Very good answer but do protect the tub from falling hot metal or solder.
Unknown bathtub faucet... Plumbing Dec 13, 2007 01:04 PM Doug238 has been EXTREMELY accurate and helpful
Shower handle causing... Plumbing Dec 11, 2007 09:03 AM yep, that little white plastic stop comes in handy.
bubbling toilet Plumbing Dec 1, 2007 12:06 PM very accurate
Old Shower drains slow Plumbing Nov 29, 2007 01:47 PM This makes sense. My inspector was trying to get me to replace the whole bathroom floor.
Low Hot Water Pressure Plumbing Nov 29, 2007 07:20 AM Water heaters can be very tricky. If you don't understand how they work altering or attempting to repair them can have deadly results. I am a licensed professional an after 15 yrs I still sometimes encounter issues that surprise me.
Leaking valve Plumbing Nov 28, 2007 05:39 PM good start
No Hot Water in Shower... Plumbing Nov 28, 2007 10:51 AM This is a very specific answer I have been looking for.
Disassembly of Delta... Plumbing Nov 18, 2007 10:56 AM I was able to fix the problem. Thanks so much for your help!
Belly in Sewer Pipe Plumbing Nov 16, 2007 09:00 AM good answer, I vote we work in Atlanta and collect more $$$
Whistling Kohler Sink... Plumbing Nov 7, 2007 10:19 PM Doesn't answer the question. Also, did not comprehend all the facts.
shower faucet leak Plumbing Nov 6, 2007 07:58 PM Doug spoke the truth....call a plumber
Kenmore 80 Dryer will... Appliances Oct 21, 2007 05:56 PM The tech sheets are a goldmine in information!
single lever kitchen... Plumbing Sep 20, 2007 07:46 AM I think I got your greenie by accident. Here you go Doug.
Dishwashers and Water... Plumbing Sep 18, 2007 04:22 PM It answered by question. Thank you!
Low Hot Water Pressure Plumbing Sep 18, 2007 11:50 AM Thank you
Testing Electric... Plumbing Sep 13, 2007 12:02 PM I agree. Thermostats are inexpensive. Replace it.
P trap drain access plug Plumbing Aug 13, 2007 08:07 AM I will keep it in mind if there is a next time.
Loud constant noise... Plumbing Aug 10, 2007 06:53 PM Or to check each valve lift the float ball if it has one, if not turn the water off under the commode at the supply valve. If the noise stops it is that commode.
Minumum vent size? Plumbing Aug 10, 2007 05:57 PM good to know i can use 1-1/4", thanks!
Water heater Plumbing Aug 10, 2007 05:27 PM Right on, although it sounds like the warranty is already void. Love the disclaimer, Doug :)!
Extending a toilet... Plumbing Aug 8, 2007 08:27 PM A different point fo view. Had not thought of it myself.
Toy in Toilet Plumbing May 15, 2007 06:32 AM Doug, I can understand the wet vac solution but can see no advantage in dipping out the bowl before using a closet auger
kitchen sink ratlle Plumbing May 4, 2007 02:31 AM i will explore all response that i recv'd
Shower stall leak Plumbing Apr 19, 2007 11:19 AM Excellent response! Anyone who has a shower stall leak should know about this.
Repair or Repalce a... Plumbing Apr 12, 2007 07:55 PM It gave good advice that matches other advice I have got from other plumbers.
Relocation of main... Plumbing Apr 12, 2007 12:11 PM I don't feel this was a helpful answer because bottom line he's stating that plumbing should be left to professionals. So it appears as if he doesn't really want to help someone accomplish something that could be done without going to a professional
hooking up gas dryer Plumbing Apr 12, 2007 07:25 AM Doug238 is correct, copper is the standard. Current pipes are coated yellow.
Washer Overflows in an... Plumbing Apr 2, 2007 01:46 PM Yes thanks for the help. This helped me find the problem.
Sewer pitched wrong Plumbing Apr 1, 2007 02:25 PM A different option! Would have never heard of it otherwise.
Toilet has a dripping... Plumbing Mar 30, 2007 09:59 AM What I Said!!
Rough-In Valve for a... Plumbing Mar 29, 2007 11:50 AM Thanks for helping me with my question.
Toilet has a dripping... Plumbing Mar 29, 2007 07:01 AM appreciated quick & efficient response :)
Kenmore Elite Washer... Appliances Mar 26, 2007 12:41 PM wrong appliance
Kenmore 80 Dryer will... Appliances Mar 25, 2007 05:43 PM great research. you might become our new appliance guy.
dryer stops Appliances Mar 25, 2007 12:03 PM doug needs to keep his opinions to him self.
Shower stall leak Plumbing Mar 22, 2007 01:48 PM Doug's exactly right on the pan test advice. Definitely the next step to take.
ejector pit... Plumbing Mar 20, 2007 04:31 PM no good info provided
Bath & Lavatory... Plumbing Mar 16, 2007 07:12 AM Good point about repairability and parts availability.
Exchange of an old... Plumbing Mar 14, 2007 04:22 PM Interesting that the home owner agreed with me and then you post your disagreement. I too was refering to a pull out diverter.
condo kitchen sink vent Plumbing Mar 14, 2007 06:37 AM thank you. that clarifies the situation with a single sink (i think). but we have to deal with the vent stack for all the sinks of the condos below.
lukewarm water from... Plumbing Mar 8, 2007 06:20 AM I tried what he recommended and it worked great.
Dirty Water from Sink... Plumbing Mar 6, 2007 08:26 PM so do I. nmwirez
New kitchen faucet has... Plumbing Mar 6, 2007 05:53 PM The previous faucet was the exact same style and had great pressure to the sprayer. Of course I'm trying to save money. Nothing wrong with that. Thanks for responding though.
Dirty Water from Sink... Plumbing Mar 6, 2007 04:55 PM BINGO!
Frozen Plumbing Vents... Plumbing Mar 6, 2007 04:09 PM He nailed it. It will eventually happen to your neighbors, you probably do more laundry.
Does my shower on slab... Plumbing Mar 6, 2007 04:39 AM Thanks. I did put a do it your-selfer drain snake down but the pipe was wet at the time. It went a few feet before I had to turn it to keep it going. It came back wet, but the pipe was wet.
leaking American Std.... Plumbing Mar 5, 2007 08:05 PM model number is useful to identify specific fawcet
slow hot water climax... Plumbing Mar 5, 2007 02:01 PM Most families don't have the leisure or money to call in a professional when a problem arises. What happens when the hot water heater ruptures on a holiday and the person doesn't know to turn off the inlet valve.Doug you learn by doing
toilet rough in a... Plumbing Mar 2, 2007 03:46 PM very helpful thank you
slow tub drainage Plumbing Mar 2, 2007 02:44 PM THANKS FOR ALL OF YOUR TIME IN RESPONDING TO MY MANY QUESTIONS
DWV Layout in Basement Plumbing Mar 2, 2007 06:36 AM Answered exactly what I was asking
banging basement toilet... Plumbing Mar 2, 2007 04:33 AM Answer was great, quick and easy to understand, thanks
Removing a Shower Tile... Plumbing Feb 27, 2007 05:40 PM It answered my question, in a timely manner.
venting of lavitory sink Plumbing Feb 27, 2007 04:46 PM thanks doug does loop vent start above or below the trap and does tie in to vent need to be above fixture level
Using shower causes... Plumbing Feb 26, 2007 03:44 AM Thanks for your help!
Hammering pipes Plumbing Feb 22, 2007 01:30 PM Details provided were correct
Washer standpipe drain Plumbing Feb 19, 2007 08:21 PM Quick response & to the point
Plumbing and HVAC ducts... Plumbing Feb 18, 2007 02:44 PM Good suggestions
Faucet has no pressure,... Plumbing Feb 18, 2007 02:16 PM This was the issue
We're stumped Plumbing Feb 16, 2007 03:30 AM I did not realize this, but thanks for the info




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