Recent content by BRAVOZULU9

hahha...that's precisely how I had to 'word it' to obtain the permit!

I'm hoping this comes out more clearly than the other image. In case it doesn't, I'm referencing the county code located here (Table 704.1): https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/VPC2015/chapter-7-sanitary-drainage#VPC2015_Ch07_Sec703.1

This is a screenshot from the county site...unless I'm reading it incorrectly, shows 1/8 per foot if I use 3" pipe for sewer drainage.

Ard, Yes, the sewer (3") needs 1/8 run per 12 inches. It'll go from the new structure to the main house, punch through the cellar/foundation wall (with sleeve), and tie-into the main sewer line leave the house toward the street. Yes, I've already pulled a permit and it will be inspected...

Thanks Wylie. Garage was built about 130 feet behind main home and foundation was dug by hand/shovel so no trencher was rented. The compressor will be about 5 HP/15 AMP and no, there will be no heaters or dryers installed in the garage. Just the compressor and eventually a small mini-split...

Good evening all, Apologies if this topic has been discussed many many times but I'm new to the forum and have very little experience with electrical. My detached garage/guest house structure is now built. It is a new 20x24 wood frame Amish built garage that I intend to split down the...

Thanks very much sir! I appreciate that. I'll try and send you a PM with my number. Again - thank you!

So I'm looking to build a detached light frame 20x20 garage. Any idea if footers are required? My knowledge of building practices is limited so... Can I have a simple monolithic slab foundation where the edges are deeper/thicker OR does building code require a separate pour for separate...

Wow that is pricey! Thanks !

I'm looking to build a detached garage; somewhere between 20x20 to 26x20 and will need a concrete foundation poured with footers. Can anyone give me a general idea of what something like this would cost per foot here in Northern VA? Assuming of course all else is equal: access, level surface...