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Arrived on site to replace tankless water heater under manufacture warranty. Turned off unit, water and gas. Disconnected service valves and supply lines. Cut out recirculating and condensation lines. Cut out section of exhaust pipe. Remove defective tankless water heater. Installed new tankless water heater and secured to wall. Installed new section of exhaust pipe with fittings and secured. Reconnect and re-piped all supplies then braced. Turned on unit and bled system. Contacted tech support to properly set up commercial tankless configuration per manufacture recommendations. Set temperature at 140°.

Residential Instalation of Bradford White Water unit. Arrived on site, disconnected and drained existing 50 gallon tank, removed and disposed of unit. Installed new Bradford White 75 gallon, re-piped gas lien with full part valve. Installed new 1" hot/ cold water lines.

Both 3" valves to tank were already shut off. Began cutting on vertical line above 3'' x 3'' x 1" tee and also cut by in between the coupling and the flange. Removed both 3 x 3 x 1 tees and the 3" 90 degree. Installed 2 3 x 3 x 1 tees with 1 x 3/4 x 1/2 bushing and connected both lines along with 2-3" coupling and a 3" 90 degree. Need to wait 24 hours to dry. Cleaned work area.

Returned to the job site to televise the roof drain from inside the building to the outside manhole. Utilized a lift to cut out the existing leaking 6" roof drain connection and multiple fittings. Removed debris and prepared the area. Re-piped the main 6" PVC and fittings, installed a cleanout, and secured the pipe vertically with support hangers and bracing. Tested the system and cleaned the work area. It's now ready for use.  Hydro jetted from the cleanout of the roof drain towards the side of the building's manhole. Flushed the fixture and conducted tests, which passed. It is ready for use.

8/18/26 After sawcut and concreted removal, excavated down to new 6" SDR on outside and to old 4" cast iron on inside area 5' deep. Broke out old CI and tunneled under foundation. Stubbed new 6" grease line into building with wye and cleanout. Bedded in stone. Removed concrete and hauled away spoil.  8/19/26 Returned after inspection to backfill in stone over bottom of footing and haul spoil. Removed all inside spoil and hauled away.

Arrived to jobsite and met with pumper truck in order to service the 2 pump pits. Began pumping the pit all the way in back flushing it as well with tons of water. Began pumping other pump pit, flushing it down as well. Found lots of debris in pits like plastic and metal. Jetted from L2 to B7 as well as televised, drains are clear. Descaled trench drains in B7 ,L2 ,and GR1. Flushed all drains in B7,L2 and GR1. Everything is working properly. Cleaned work area.

Arrived on site and set up. Excavated down a 6 x 6 area around the existing manhole in front of building. Dug down 5-6 feet and exposed inlet and outlet pipes. Removed spoil out. Removed walls of basin, and re-adapted inlet with outlet pipes. Installed Sdr 26 pipe, fittings, and no shear. Brought cleanout tees to grade. Backfilled in 75 percent stone and 25 percent soil. Cleaned work areas.

At Larry's Plumbing, we know that great plumbers aren't just born—they're built through hard work, dedication, and a willingness to learn. Today, we're excited to celebrate an important milestone as Jonathan Sanchez approaches his one-year anniversary with our team. Congratulations, Jonathan, on an incredible first year! A Passion for Plumbing Started Early Jonathan graduated from West Leyden High School in 2025 with a clear interest in pursuing a career in the plumbing industry. During his senior year, he enrolled in an eight-week evening course through UA Local 130 , where he gained experience with basic plumbing mathematics and hands-on training. Although he applied to Local 130's apprenticeship program and took the aptitude test, he didn't achieve the passing score he had hoped for. Instead of giving up, Jonathan stayed focused on his goal of becoming a plumber. Sometimes the best opportunities come from unexpected places. The Opportunity That Changed Everything A few months after graduation, Jonathan's high school career director reached out to see if he was still interested in plumbing. After receiving his resume, they forwarded it to Ray , owner of Larry's Plumbing. About a month later, Jonathan received the phone call that would begin his career. Ray asked a simple question: "Can you start tomorrow?" Jonathan didn't hesitate. He eagerly accepted the opportunity and showed up ready to learn. Never Forgetting Day One Jonathan still remembers his very first day at Larry's Plumbing. It was August 12 , and his first assignment was digging. While it may not have been the glamorous side of plumbing, it was the beginning of learning the trade from the ground up. Working alongside Jake, Jack, Fortino, and Anthony, Jonathan quickly realized there was a lot to learn. Having never dug on a plumbing job before, Fortino took the time to teach him the proper techniques and help him get started. Those early lessons laid the foundation for everything that followed. A Year of Growth Over the past year, Jonathan has developed new plumbing skills, gained valuable field experience, and become an important member of the Larry's Plumbing team. Like every successful tradesperson, he understands that learning never stops. When asked about his experience, Jonathan reflected: "I'm near to reaching a year at Larry's Plumbing and I've learned so much, but there's still much more to learn." That attitude is exactly what makes great plumbers. Investing in the Next Generation At Larry's Plumbing, we believe in giving motivated individuals the opportunity to build rewarding careers in the skilled trades. Jonathan's journey is a perfect example that determination, a positive attitude, and a willingness to work hard can open doors to a successful future. We're proud to have watched Jonathan grow over the past year, and we're excited to see what he'll accomplish in the years ahead. Congratulations, Jonathan! From everyone at Larry's Plumbing, congratulations on reaching your first anniversary with the company. Thank you for your hard work, dedication, and eagerness to learn every day. We appreciate everything you've contributed to the team and look forward to watching your career continue to grow. Here's to many more successful years ahead!  Interested in a Career with Larry's Plumbing? Larry's Plumbing is always looking for hardworking individuals who want to learn the plumbing trade and build a rewarding career. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your experience, we're committed to helping our employees succeed through mentorship, hands-on training, and opportunities for advancement.

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