What Craig said, Rocci.
I'm speculating here, however I can't imagine that there isn't a
provision in the locally adopted plumbing code which would not require
flushing.
"I've never done it in 20 years," is similar to being the best ice
hockey player in Bolivia. It's nice to know that he's never done it in
that long, however that's a questionable rationale for not doing so.
sincerely,
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On 3/3/2022 9:30 AM, Prahl, Craig/GVL via Sprinklerforum wrote:
I'd remind them that if there are any obstructions found in your aboveground
system, they will be charged for any project delays, system repairs or other
damages.
I had a contractor do that on a project of mine and while doing a trip test
(dry pipe system) we couldn't get the system to pass. After tearing the system
apart to try and find out what was the reason we discovered a blockage at the
base of the riser due to rocks and dirt.
I learned on that one to get the UG contractor to sign off on the flushing of
the system or sign off that they certify it to be free and clear of any debris
so if it wasn't, I had recourse.
Flushing underground water lines is a common practice. I would check on the
local water or health department requirements.
Craig Prahl | Jacobs | Group Lead/SME - Fire Protection |[email protected]
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1041 East Butler Road Greenville, South Carolina 29606
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Subject: [EXTERNAL] 13D UG flush
We have a contractor that is refusing to flush the UG pipe prior to tie in because he
"has never done it in 20 years". I can find something in NFPA 13R that requires
a flush but nothing in 13D...... Anyone have any insight on why its not required in 13D?
Rocci Cetani III, CET
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