we had a 3 inch gas main take a shit Friday. none of the isolation valves held/worked or were rerouted somewhere over the years. gas company killed the main, 220 units without heat, hot water. had to use authorized contractor due to number of units affected. bill for that cluster came in somewhere around $20k not including the 200 hotel rooms reserved at $200/night
Well their was some colorful metaphors in the making of this video. Can`t believe the person that built that wall just covered that mess up . Not sure about the black tape fix on that " outside faucet "?
You should’ve heard what was edited out of the vid 😂 I know and he did the Reno 20 years ago, and it was the hot side that burst. She’ll have a tonne of drywall to remove before the mold begins ! Haha you noticed the tape😂 Shows you how much I wanted to get out of there, in the end I had to do what had to be done. Thanks for the comment brother
What a mess you had to deal with! However, you stopped the leaks. My sister and I are facing a similar situation in the house in which we grew up. We are cleaning the house out and getting it ready to sell. The second bathroom was built in 1967 in a spot where it should never have been put. It was poorly constructed with pipes on the outside wall behind the tub and toilet, and pipes in the wall next to the garage. A couple of years ago, the pipes froze while my niece was staying there. I had her shut the water off and open the drain valves in the basement. Back in the fall, I tried to turn the water back on so I could clean up the bathroom. I could hear water rushing in the wall while nothing was running from the faucets or in the toilet tank. When I went into the basement, I could see water pouring out of the hole that the contractors made to run the water and drain pipes to the bathroom. So, this is going to mean either tearing out the walls in the bathroom or accessing them from outside. So, we are going to have to find a plumber who is willing to take on which I expect will be a nasty job.
Im relieved to be still in one piece ! Late jobs are becoming more and more frequent as of late. Wow an incredible series of events right there. Especially approaching selling time. If only I was your neighbour I could get you up and running and upload! I hope you find the right outfit that can get you back up and running chief !
Homeowner didn’t turn on heat while not home? Not much insulation on the exterior walls especially with water pipes. That had to be your last job of the day… good solid repairs. Thanks for sharing mate.
looks alot like our complex's shitty plumbing. except almost every riser /branch line is 50+ year old M copper with shitload of soft copper throw in. ancient crusty havent been turned off in 40+ years gate valves arent helping. we just had 3 major gas leaks. complex is falling apart from owners being cheapasses for the last 40 years. charge large, do what you can with garbage that is there
Are you tied to the building so? What about leaving ? Sucks to have to go through all those ordeals my man. Especially the gas leaks that’s a whole other level of danger like. How did ye discover them?
@@davedoesplumbing I do renovations for the complex. New management has been rushing through the renovations. Demo guys have been doing more damned damage than anything else. Gas leaks just show up,usually residents freak out,fall 911 /fire marshal. Whole 3 ring circus shows up
There always is that one nightmare job that never stops leaking right Dave, I get so frustrated with those types of jobs I just want to get out of there lol
I second that lad! The customer said it was a leak on the outside it was so loud haha. I went there hoping to give a price to excavate outside and repair. I guess not !! I was back there last week and put in a laundry box
Great video David !!! you work well under pressure !!! fair Play !!
Mike thanks for watching I hope you enjoyed . It was a late night alright !
You Always take your time. You seem relaxed. And You do a great job. Much Respect
Much respect for watching and taking the time to comment !!
I had nine separate bursts in one apartment last night! Heat line and DHW lines.
Great video dude
I should dedicate this video to you wow 9 leaks that’s the highest I’ve heard of !! Thanks for watching Mr 👍🏽
we had a 3 inch gas main take a shit Friday. none of the isolation valves held/worked or were rerouted somewhere over the years. gas company killed the main, 220 units without heat, hot water. had to use authorized contractor due to number of units affected. bill for that cluster came in somewhere around $20k not including the 200 hotel rooms reserved at $200/night
Well their was some colorful metaphors in the making of this video. Can`t believe the person that built that wall just covered that mess up . Not sure about the black tape fix on that " outside faucet "?
You should’ve heard what was edited out of the vid 😂 I know and he did the Reno 20 years ago, and it was the hot side that burst. She’ll have a tonne of drywall to remove before the mold begins ! Haha you noticed the tape😂 Shows you how much I wanted to get out of there, in the end I had to do what had to be done. Thanks for the comment brother
What a mess you had to deal with! However, you stopped the leaks. My sister and I are facing a similar situation in the house in which we grew up. We are cleaning the house out and getting it ready to sell. The second bathroom was built in 1967 in a spot where it should never have been put. It was poorly constructed with pipes on the outside wall behind the tub and toilet, and pipes in the wall next to the garage. A couple of years ago, the pipes froze while my niece was staying there. I had her shut the water off and open the drain valves in the basement. Back in the fall, I tried to turn the water back on so I could clean up the bathroom. I could hear water rushing in the wall while nothing was running from the faucets or in the toilet tank. When I went into the basement, I could see water pouring out of the hole that the contractors made to run the water and drain pipes to the bathroom. So, this is going to mean either tearing out the walls in the bathroom or accessing them from outside. So, we are going to have to find a plumber who is willing to take on which I expect will be a nasty job.
Im relieved to be still in one piece ! Late jobs are becoming more and more frequent as of late. Wow an incredible series of events right there. Especially approaching selling time. If only I was your neighbour I could get you up and running and upload! I hope you find the right outfit that can get you back up and running chief !
@@davedoesplumbing Dave, thanks for your comment. Believe me, if you were in my area, you would be doing the job for us!!!
Appreciate those words boss
Wow
Never a dull moment lad
Homeowner didn’t turn on heat while not home? Not much insulation on the exterior walls especially with water pipes. That had to be your last job of the day… good solid repairs. Thanks for sharing mate.
My pleasure ! Don’t we always get these types of jobs at least once a week !
looks alot like our complex's shitty plumbing. except almost every riser /branch line is 50+ year old M copper with shitload of soft copper throw in. ancient crusty havent been turned off in 40+ years gate valves arent helping. we just had 3 major gas leaks. complex is falling apart from owners being cheapasses for the last 40 years. charge large, do what you can with garbage that is there
Are you tied to the building so? What about leaving ? Sucks to have to go through all those ordeals my man. Especially the gas leaks that’s a whole other level of danger like. How did ye discover them?
@@davedoesplumbing I do renovations for the complex. New management has been rushing through the renovations. Demo guys have been doing more damned damage than anything else. Gas leaks just show up,usually residents freak out,fall 911 /fire marshal. Whole 3 ring circus shows up
There always is that one nightmare job that never stops leaking right Dave, I get so frustrated with those types of jobs I just want to get out of there lol
I second that lad! The customer said it was a leak on the outside it was so loud haha. I went there hoping to give a price to excavate outside and repair. I guess not !! I was back there last week and put in a laundry box