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Latest Reputation Received | | Question | Forum | Date | Comment |  | water filter to the ice... | Plumbing | Nov 11, 2009 01:46 AM | very good thanks |  | Drain plate doesn't lay... | Plumbing | Nov 4, 2009 05:26 PM | Very hard to take but he is probably right. |  | Lead Boot Flashing... | Plumbing | Oct 30, 2009 02:36 AM | Speedball is patient and knowledgeable. Thanks for sticking with me on this. |  | Lead Boot Flashing... | Plumbing | Oct 28, 2009 10:42 PM | Always rational and down-to-earth with your answers!! |  | Wood Floor bumpy near... | Plumbing | Oct 17, 2009 07:35 AM | See, this is why he is the Expert, he knows the next logical move.....Stringer |  | Only lukewarm water... | Plumbing | Oct 9, 2009 01:07 PM | Tom, Excellent advice as usual. |  | violent air bubbles... | Plumbing | Oct 4, 2009 04:16 PM | Thanks. I didn't say you were wrong, I was just wondering. |  | Leaking Bath Tub Drain | Plumbing | Oct 3, 2009 11:47 PM | Thanx...I Learned Something New |  | Well Water Preassure | Plumbing | Sep 27, 2009 05:59 PM | speedball, thanks for responding |  | Possible water in... | Plumbing | Sep 27, 2009 05:55 AM | Good answer and graphics. French drains are great. I've seen them save homeowners time and time again. |  | Stinky cold water in... | Plumbing | Sep 25, 2009 04:43 PM | The Best. Helped fix my problem NICE GUY |  | Pouring hot liquids... | Plumbing | Sep 23, 2009 12:17 PM | Wow... almost as much info as I got when I asked a question of a friend who is one of the main plastics geeks at Dow. :) |  | Shower Stall Assembly... | Plumbing | Sep 22, 2009 10:06 AM | He did a great job in walking me through the steps needed to correct the problem |  | pipe threads with teeth | Plumbing | Sep 20, 2009 01:21 PM | I think your right on the direction of spout |  | utility pump | Plumbing | Sep 18, 2009 08:31 AM | thanks |  | Installing Tub and shower | Plumbing | Sep 16, 2009 01:17 PM | straight to the point. AWESOME |  | What is the best way to... | Plumbing | Sep 11, 2009 05:48 AM | Agree. You cannot beat logics...Well explained ! |  | Electric water heater | Plumbing | Sep 7, 2009 05:22 PM | This is an excellent answer. |  | Basement bathroom venting | Plumbing | Sep 5, 2009 02:17 PM | smart |  | How to drain pooling... | Plumbing | Sep 4, 2009 01:43 PM | thanks |  | Snaking a cable driven... | Plumbing | Sep 2, 2009 11:18 AM | helpful thanks |  | Water Meter, Gallons... | Plumbing | Aug 27, 2009 04:23 PM | Yep. I need a memory pill. |  | New Moen Cartridge, No... | Plumbing | Aug 27, 2009 12:33 AM | Excellent advice |  | Is this water hammer? | Plumbing | Aug 25, 2009 09:27 AM | Replaced PRV and soleved the problem. |  | Does drain cleaner... | Plumbing | Aug 25, 2009 09:02 AM | and worked! |  | empty spot | Interior Home Improvement | Aug 23, 2009 01:21 PM | Great idea speedball! |  | empty spot | Interior Home Improvement | Aug 23, 2009 11:43 AM | I was thinking more of male dancers but, yes, your suggestion would work. |  | Plumbing Code... | Plumbing | Aug 23, 2009 11:42 AM | Very accurate and very helpful. |  | bubble when flushing... | Plumbing | Aug 23, 2009 06:32 AM | Thanks for setting me straight. I know bugs, not pipes |  | soap suds coming out of... | Plumbing | Aug 15, 2009 07:09 PM | Yes Tom I don't see it either |  | converting a bath tub... | Plumbing | Aug 12, 2009 04:57 PM | you helped me install this pan 2 years ago, thanks |  | can I change my sinks... | Interior Home Improvement | Aug 12, 2009 02:11 PM | good question |  | I could only snake in... | Plumbing | Aug 9, 2009 04:06 PM | great call Tom, definately the right tool for the job. |  | Bladder Tank Location?... | Plumbing | Aug 9, 2009 10:50 AM | Yes, after determining tank type, lm satisfied with the education given by Speedball1. l was impressed with his fast response. |  | Adopting Pets | Dogs | Aug 5, 2009 12:42 PM | I love that story |  | Adopting Pets | Dogs | Aug 5, 2009 11:05 AM | Good story :) |  | WC Flange & Rough In... | Plumbing | Jul 29, 2009 11:40 AM | Thanks to everyone! |  | Water Well Pressure... | Plumbing | Jul 28, 2009 02:41 PM | according to pump pro speedball was right on the money! |  | sewer line | Plumbing | Jul 25, 2009 07:14 AM | Here too. I was a civil engineering surveyor. We designed sewer systems. Lines were vertically based on the lowest house in the area. Flat areas, like Florida, pose a major challenge. Pumping stations, force mains... |  | new toilet slowly... | Plumbing | Jul 24, 2009 04:02 PM | Experience has spoken !! :-) |  | for expert speedball1 | Plumbing | Jul 24, 2009 03:11 PM | Just because I LOVE your new avi! |  | Bathtub leaks only... | Plumbing | Jul 16, 2009 01:49 PM | Very accurate and helpful advice |  | What causes methane gas... | Plumbing | Jul 13, 2009 07:57 AM | Yep you are correct and it has happend before |  | no water in toilet bowl | Plumbing | Jul 13, 2009 07:56 AM | the fill tube could do it, I forgot about it. good catch |  | Toilet wax ring | Plumbing | Jul 5, 2009 11:11 AM | That has alwlys been a problem in my trades with customers. "They said I need this and do it must be done this way" |  | stand pipe tie in | Plumbing | Jul 5, 2009 05:38 AM | Very accurate and very helpful |  | Loosing water in toilet... | Plumbing | Jul 3, 2009 03:50 PM | Thank you! |  | Plumbing is Hard Work | Plumbing | Jul 2, 2009 07:35 AM | How true.... |  | Installing House Trap | Plumbing | Jul 1, 2009 12:28 PM | great answer, with pictures yet... |  | Basement bathroom... | Plumbing | Jun 23, 2009 04:47 PM | Another idea I never would have thought of! |  | Bathtub plunger stuck | Plumbing | Jun 20, 2009 03:12 PM | Excellent Advice Tom |  | Change plumbing for... | Plumbing | Jun 19, 2009 07:22 AM | easy, simple to understand |  | Tampons and Toilets | Plumbing | Jun 19, 2009 06:34 AM | Ja Wohl! |  | Sometimes hot water... | Plumbing | Jun 17, 2009 07:43 AM | great explanation |  | Commode not flushing... | Plumbing | Jun 6, 2009 06:51 AM | Thanks for this information! I will certainly try it! QUICK RESPONSE! |  | toilet water level... | Plumbing | May 30, 2009 08:08 PM | Complete; well thought out |  | I clogged up a double... | Plumbing | May 28, 2009 06:27 AM | The illustration helped me understand better than any words could. Amazingly accurate and right to the point. |  | submesible pump only be... | Plumbing | May 27, 2009 07:56 AM | That is correct |  | Plunger on tub doesn't... | Plumbing | May 25, 2009 07:38 PM | Thanks, speedball1. The picture was very helpfull. |  | high loop for dishwasher? | Plumbing | May 24, 2009 12:38 PM | I can rate it for you. |  | Low water pressure from... | Plumbing | May 20, 2009 05:22 PM | very helpful and accurate |  | Install a shower | Plumbing | May 17, 2009 11:30 AM | I have to say, this is the best answer i have ever seen. |  | WC Flange & Rough In... | Plumbing | May 15, 2009 07:27 AM | Perfect level of detail in your response!!! |  | no sodder joints | Plumbing | May 7, 2009 05:19 PM | As alway: great advice with even better visual ! |  | moving washer/dryer up... | Plumbing | May 6, 2009 08:30 PM | These guys know their stuff. |  | pinhole gas leak | Plumbing | May 2, 2009 08:20 AM | I agree. Shut it off and get it fixed! |  | Pressure reg is beeding... | Plumbing | May 2, 2009 07:28 AM | I agree, i was thinking of adding a tank, and yes the hw tank drips some. |  | Sweaty pipes hot water... | Plumbing | May 1, 2009 07:43 AM | You guys are awesome helps, both! |  | Water backing up | Plumbing | Apr 30, 2009 06:08 PM | Im ay least trying to give the OP tye least expensive way first, I understand what you are saying, but in many cases, draino has worked fine for me. Peace. |  | Hell! | Christianity | Apr 30, 2009 07:29 AM | from a fellow free thinker |  | Stack vent | Plumbing | Apr 28, 2009 05:13 PM | Very helpful |  | Dirty water issues /... | Plumbing | Apr 25, 2009 04:46 PM | Some people just don't get it, no matter what. |  | Tapping sound when... | Plumbing | Apr 19, 2009 10:00 AM | Love the explanation |  | Smoky and the Bandit... | Cars & Trucks | Apr 19, 2009 09:08 AM | Yes, the more paper trail the better for the serious collector. |  | pump voltage | Plumbing | Apr 17, 2009 07:52 AM | thank you |  | Bathroom plumbing backs... | Plumbing | Apr 16, 2009 09:59 AM | Great feedback, nice pics... |  | Why is refill into... | Plumbing | Apr 15, 2009 05:02 PM | Thank you for the assurance! : ) |  | Reduced HOT water at... | Plumbing | Apr 15, 2009 11:06 AM | And this guy is good. He knows his stuff. |  | breaking up basement slab | Plumbing | Apr 12, 2009 08:17 AM | Amen. |  | Where can this leak be... | Plumbing | Apr 11, 2009 06:53 AM | Does it stop when hot is turned off? |  | jet pump without a... | Plumbing | Apr 9, 2009 09:48 AM | 100% accurate |  | toilet not flushing | Plumbing | Apr 7, 2009 10:37 AM | Excellent advise Tom and it has worked before |  | My Pipes Sound Like the... | Plumbing | Apr 4, 2009 12:14 AM | Your answer is fantastic if yo spaced it out it would be so much easier to read and it deserves reading ! |  | steel tub installation | Plumbing | Mar 31, 2009 02:41 PM | Gave me information I was looking for |  | water tank not filling | Plumbing | Mar 26, 2009 10:52 AM | Don't worry about it - "he" is only here to argue. Read the other posts and comments. |  | Gunky-Nasty Backup in... | Plumbing | Mar 24, 2009 07:29 PM | Good answer on both quotes. Our prayers are with both of you |  | wahing machine waste... | Plumbing | Mar 23, 2009 02:16 PM | thanks Tom= between u and mygirlsdad the problem is solved |  | How to start with... | Construction | Mar 21, 2009 09:06 AM | Absolutely! Do not try to be your own general contractor unless you have much knowledge/experience in building |  | Older Fiberglass Tub -... | Plumbing | Mar 19, 2009 02:18 PM | Very good advise. |  | bend 1/2" copper pipe... | Plumbing | Mar 19, 2009 06:35 AM | Experience has spoken !! :-) |  | Reorienting a copper... | Plumbing | Mar 18, 2009 05:42 AM | Excellent advice |  | hot water tank gurgle | Plumbing | Mar 14, 2009 03:51 AM | Excellent Respond Tom |  | water heater | Plumbing | Mar 9, 2009 08:53 PM | is a great answer thank you |  | Hot Water Heater - Mold? | Plumbing | Mar 6, 2009 12:48 PM | Helped so much |  | No water in sump punp | Plumbing | Mar 5, 2009 07:59 AM | Very prompt and definitely helped calm my worries!!! |  | What size manifold do I... | Plumbing | Mar 2, 2009 06:17 PM | Consistent with standard; precise I believe it will work. |  | Plumbing setup for... | Plumbing | Feb 28, 2009 08:52 AM | Very helpful |  | Rusted Bolts | Plumbing | Feb 27, 2009 12:22 PM | Thank you. WD-40 isn't working, so guess I'll have to cut them off. |  | # of units on a 2" Vent... | Plumbing | Feb 22, 2009 08:16 AM | THanks so much.......... |  | Toilet Bowl has Low... | Plumbing | Feb 22, 2009 06:12 AM | Thanks! Such an obvious solution! The fill line was outside the tube itself and now it works fine. Thanks! | |