B08_Attach_15_PLUMBING_INSPECTION.pdf

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Plumbing Report for

Alcatraz Island

Done By

License 808133

524 E. 18th . St. Antioch CA., 94509

(925) 776-7642, (877) 883-BAJA

bajaplumbers@comcast.net www.contracostaplumbers.com mailto:bajaplumbers@comcast.net http://www.contracostaplumbers.com/

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Landing area.

1.- Sea Water Plumbing Pump system exposed to elements.

Recommendations: Paint PVC pipe and fittings with weatherproof paint.

2.- The sea water has been pumping into the island without going thru a sediment filter.

Recommendation: Set up valves to allow water to go thru a sediment filter. Also, if possible install a larger Sediment

Filter to prevent any debris or mussels from getting in to the system.

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3.- Some of the shut-off valves are missing handles.

Recommendation: Install new shut-off valves or order and install new handles.

4.- The hose connectors are not properly strapped or secured also there is no record of when existing hose was replaced.

Recommendation: Strap/secure hose to prevent further damage from sea water and sewer connector.

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5.- Water system and sewer system need to be labeled clearly to be able to be identified.

Bathrooms area, water and sewer systems below concrete slab.

1.- Entire water and sewer system needs to be identified and labeled.

2.- Several pipes for sewer and water were found without supports or hangers.

Recommendation: Install new hangers or channel straps per plumbing code.

3.- We noticed a few leaks through the sewer system.

Recommendation: Remove damage connections and replace with new parts.

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4.- We found that the existing sewer and water system is not properly installed and not up to code because the pipes are on top of each other without proper support.

Recommendation: Check the entire water and sewer system to install the proper supports and straps.

5.- There are a few sections where they used different types of material like ABS, PVC, schedule 40 and schedule 80. This line appears to be coming from the sewer containing areas that pump to the boat transfer section.

Recommendation: Remove section and replace with PVC schedule 80 pipe and fittings and install proper strap clamps.

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6.- There is some abandoned pipes that are not currently in service.

Recommendation: Remove pipes not in service and trace existing pipes to label each one according to their function.

7.- 3 inch pumping lines from storage area to transfer boat don’t have any type of support for approximately 40 ft.

Recommendation: Install proper support per code with channel straps or hangers.

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8.- Transfer connection too close to each other (sewer and freshwater).

Recommendation: Relocation of existing connections should be set 10 Ft. apart of each other to prevent contamination.

Bathrooms area – Mechanical room

1.- Sewer plumbing and venting system is not properly secured.

Recommendation: Install proper straps or clamps to existing channel.

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2.- There is a section where there used to be a ¾ connection that is not properly sealed to prevent sewer fumes.

Recommendation: Remove section and install a new clean/out or replace with direct connection.

3.- There is heavy rust at water supply on one of the toilets.

Recommendation: Remove steel elbow and replace it with PVC schedule 80 or galvanized pipe and fittings to prevent rust.

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4.- A few wall toilets support brackets shows excessive rust at bolts and point of connections.

Recommendation: Replace support bolt with stainless steel and replace brackets if necessary.

5.- Some salt water lines are not in use as well as old brackets bolted to floor that are assumed not in service.

Recommendation: Remove existing pipes that aren’t in service as well as brackets to prevent accidents.

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6.- Pressure valve has been leaking for some time and is rusted at the point of connection.

Recommendation: Pressure relief valve needs to be replaced and strapped or secured with proper fittings.

7.- Sewer discharge lines are leaking at point of connection in holding tank.

Recommendation: Hose section and stainless-steel hose clamps need to be replaced.

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8.- Someone drill a hole at the main sewer line close to the holding tank in the mechanical room.

Recommendation: Removal of damaged section and install a new clean-out.

9.- There is no record of condition for the ejector pump at holding tank in the mechanical room.

Recommendation: Have a service technician inspect the existing pumps to see the conditions and/or replace to prevent any future problems.

10.- One of the main vents through the roof line does not have a roof/jack and the water is causing damage to the wood and the shingles around it.

Recommendation: Install a new roof/jack to all sewer vents and if necessary replace the damaged wood around the pipes.

11.- In the attic area above the mechanical room we noticed that the fresh water tank does not have an overflow drain and is causing water damage in the mechanical room.

Recommendation: Install a new overflow drain line outside the bathroom area that is visible for maintenance people to be able to see whether it’s pumping from transfer boat.

12.- Some of the shut-off valves are missing handles and could be a problem for future maintenance.

Recommendation: Replace new valves or install new handles.

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Sewer Containment Area

1.- The pressure relief valve has been leaking at the point of connection, also there is no record of maintenance or installation.

Recommendation: Remove and reseal the point of connection and/or install a new pressure relief valve.

2.- All pipes have been exposed to weather conditions and some of them are discolored.

Recommendation: We recommend painting sewer and water pipes with weather proof paint to prevent further damage and/or replace them. Systems need to be trace and labeled.

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3.- In tank #2 the main shut-off valve handle is missing and that is the only way to prevent any leaking from the tank.

Recommendation: Replace the missing handle or replace with a new shut-off valve.

4.- Transfer pumps in containment area for tanks #1 and #2 needs attention, there are no records when they were installed or serviced, one of the pumps looks like it has not been replaced or serviced in a long time.

Recommendation: Have pump serviced or replaced.

5.- Shut-off for main valve for tank #1 is upside-down and missing the handle that will make it difficult to operate in case of an emergency.

Recommendation: Fix the valve to operable position and replace the handle or replace the valve.

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6.- The suction pump needs to be updated and seem to have been exposed to weather conditions for a long time.

Recommendation: Replace the hose to restore proper function.

7.- Flushing pipe system outside containment tanks #1 and #2 has been exposed to weather conditions and needs attention.

Recommendation: Paint existing pipes and fittings and repair or replace if necessary.

8.- The secondary containment tank pump drain hose seems to be exposed to weather conditions for a long time there are no maintenance records and needs attention.

Recommendation: Replace with new hose or replace with hard pipe and fittings.

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Note: Existing condition for this particular area needs attention because there are no records of maintenance for tanks or pumps and this line is critical in case of emergency.

9.- Pipes for sewer and water going up hill for the staff bathroom are exposed to weather conditions and not properly secured.

Recommendation: Paint pipe and fittings to prevent further damage and secure pipes.

10.- Some shut-off valves for the salt water supplies lines are exposed to weather conditions and are missing some handles.

Recommendation: Paint pipe and fittings and replace if necessary. Also replace handles or replace the shut-off valves.

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Staff Brake Room And Bath

1.- The kitchen drain line is not properly secured, plumbing is not up to code (no visible vent).

Recommendation: Re-plumb drain per plumbing code and properly secure the plumbing vent.

2.- The bathroom hand sink is not up to code with no visible vent. Toilet is leaking at the bottom.

Recommendation: Hand sink needs to be re-plumb and vented to code and install a new seal and wax ring to the toilet.

3.- The ejector pump for the kitchen and bathroom needs attention there is no record of maintenance.

Recommendation: The pump needs to be inspected by a technician.

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Eagle Plaza Area

1.- The main discharge line is exposed to weather conditions.

Recommendation: Paint the pipe and fittings and/or replace as needed.

2.- Fresh water booster pump is leaking at the point of connection.

Recommendation: Remove PVC connections and replace the fitting connections and test after repair for leaks.

3.- The plumbing connections under the concrete slabs are not properly supported or secured, previous plumber secured piping with incorrect hangers.

Recommendation: Remove existing all-tread and hangers and use stainless or galvanized hangers.

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4.- Sections of plumbing must be replaced as it is not up to code.

Recommendation: Remove existing ABS connections and replumb sections as per code.

5.- There are several temporary repairs that need attention.

Recommendation: Remove and replace sections as needed with pipe and fittings per plumbing code.

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6.- Same of the pipes penetrating the concrete do not have sleeves or any type of protection, lack of sleeves may cause breaks or damage that will make repairs more difficult.

Recommendation: Replace existing lines with smaller pipes to prevent any breakings in the future.

7.- In the women’s bathroom the toilet flush valve needs to be secured to the wall due to the original water supply for this valve coming through the concrete slab. The original pipe snapped at floor level and was rerouted as a temporary fix.

Recommendation: Remove existing plumbing and replumb as necessary to be properly secured to prevent future damages.

Cell House Entrance

1.- There is no record of maintenance for the ejector pump container.

Recommendation: The ejector pump needs to be inspected by a technician.

2.- The plumbing is exposed to weather conditions.

Recommendations: Pipe and fitting need not be painted or replaced unless necessary.

Note: With proper maintenance and proper repairs all sewer, fresh and salt-water system will be able to work in proper order and optimal conditions.

This report was done by Noe Iniguez ( Baja Plumbers) if you have questions or concern please call us.