Tools of the Trade
This pipe thread standard is commonly used on gas piping in the U.S.
What is NPT (National Pipe Thread)
The minimum distance a trap arm can run before venting is based on this pipe size factor?
What is pipe diameter?
This component modulates flame output in a tankless water heater
What is the gas control valve or modulating burner?
This fitting allows directional change with less restriction than a standard elbow.
What is a long sweep?
What is Ashley's husband's name?
Who is Chris?
This specialty wrench is designed to tighten fittings without damaging finished surfaces.
What is a strap wrench?
This code requires expansion tanks on closed water systems
What is IPC/UPC thermal expansion code?
Incoming water hardness above this level significantly increases scale risk.
What is 7 grains per gallon?
This code-approved method allows venting without roof penetration.
What is an air admittance valve (AAV)
Four teammates had birthdays in November. Name two of them.
Who is Rob, Gio, JT, Matt?
This tool is used to verify proper pitch and alignment when installing cast iron or no-hub piping to prevent premature joint failure.
What is a torpedo level (or laser level)
The minimum temperature setting required to control legionella bacteria in water heaters?
What is 120 degree Fahrenheit? (or higher with mixing valve)
This error code condition commonly indicates restricted airflow in tankless units.
What is a blocked intake or exhaust?
The maximum number of fixture units allowed on a 3 inch horizontal drain line (IPC)
What is 20 DFUs?
John Farley and his wife had a baby this year. Did they have a baby girl or baby boy?
What is baby girl?
This testing tool detects leaks in pressurized gas lines
What is a manometer?
This clearance is required around a gas water heater flue
What is 6 inches from combustibles?
This component protects tankless heaters from debris.
What is an inlet filter?
This pipe defect often causes recurring blockages at the same location.
What is a belly or sag?
Rob is a hall of famer! What sport did he play that put him in the hall of fame? And for what town?
What is Saddle Brook Wrestling?
This tool is used to re-round copper tubing after cutting
What is a reamer or deburring tool?
This device is required when a fixture is installed below the flood rim of the sewer.
What is a sewage ejector pump?
This overlooked factor causes most premature tankless failures.
What is improper installation or lack of maintenance?
This test confirms a sewer line is watertight after repair.
What is a hydrostatic or air test?
Ashley has two pets. One is a dog. What is the other animal?
What is a rabbit?