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2. Frost line - Wikipedia

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   For example, snow cover and asphalt insulate the ground and homes can heat the ground (see also heat island). The line varies by latitude, it is deeper closer to the poles. The maximum frost depth observed in the contiguous United States ranges from 0 to 8 feet (2.4 m). [1] Below that depth, the temperature varies, but is always above 0 °C (32 ...

3. 12 Steps to prepare your home for winter - AOL

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   Check for plumbing and sewer backups or blockages and be cautious with frozen pipes, contacting an inspector at the first sign of trouble. Visually inspect electrical systems without touching them ...

4. Winterization - Wikipedia

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   Equipment designed for use in particularly extreme cold conditions (such as the polar regions) also undergoes a "winterization" process.Many complex devices (automobiles, electronics and radios) as well as common materials (metals, rubbers, petroleum lubricants) are not designed to operate at extremely low temperatures and must be winterized to operate without severe damage from the elements ...

5. Plumbing - Wikipedia

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   Plumbing is any system that conveys fluids for a wide range of applications. Plumbing uses pipes, valves, plumbing fixtures, tanks, and other apparatuses to convey fluids. [1] Heating and cooling (HVAC), waste removal, and potable water delivery are among the most common uses for plumbing, but it is not limited to these applications. [2]

6. Pipeline video inspection - Wikipedia

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   Pipeline video inspection is a form of telepresence used to visually inspect the interiors of pipelines, plumbing systems, and storm drains. A common application is for a plumber to determine the condition of small diameter sewer lines and household connection drain pipes.

7. Uniform Plumbing Code - Wikipedia

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   The product of this effort, the first edition of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) was officially adopted by the Western Plumbing Officials Association in 1945, which later changed its name to IAPMO in 1966 when the scope of the association’s work increased. The code has been widely used over the past five decades by jurisdictions throughout ...