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Turning the Water On: Master Bathroom From "Home IQ" episode DHIQ-120

When it comes to the master bathroom, our homeowners (Brad and Lynn Oberg) are sparing no expense and pulling out all the stops!

The most prominent feature is a spa tube that is installed on a raised platform (figure A) under a huge picture window. Once the tub is set in place the plumber can make the connections.

Figure A

Finished Spa Tub

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Figure B

Another feature of the master bathroom is Brad's oversized shower (figure B), which includes high-volume body jets. For more information on the selection process, click here for Episode 115 of Home IQ.

Figure C

Washing Machine Problem

In the laundry room Brad discovers a problem with the washing machine. He originally thought the washer door was reversible (the dryer door is, indeed, reversible), but in actuality it opens in only one direction. It opens from the right to the left, and this causes a problem because the washer placement has to be changed.

The minor changes (figure C) involve putting in a larger floor mat, moving a vent down (which was too high to begin because Brad and Lynn are putting in a counter over the washer/dryer combo) and moving the gas line over so it can go into the dryer.

Note: Even though these particular changes for the washing machine were minor, do know that if you're building new home every little change mounts up and can put a strain on your relationship with the contractor. Always try your best to keep changes to a minimum. The changes can mount up and be extremely costly as well!

In our next episode the light switches on go, the light fixtures are installed and Brad and Lynn realize they forgot the switches for their reading lights. Also, discover a new lighting system that can be operated from your car.

RESOURCES :

Residential Sprinkler System and Radiant Flooring (Wirsbo)
Wirsbo Co.
Website: www.wirsbo.com

Kitchen and Bathroom Fixtures (Nicklas Supply)
Nicklas Supply, Inc./Splash
Website: www.wit-co.com
or www.nicklassupply.com

Plumbing Services (Pedicone)
Pedicone Plumbing
4364 Gibsonia Rd.
Rt. 910
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Phone: 724-443-6794

Sinks and Fixtures (Kohler)
Kohler Co.
Website: www.us.kohler.com

Munchkin Water Heater (Heat Transfer Products)

Water Heater Installation
A-Comfort Service, Inc.
Website: www.acomfortservice.com

GUESTS :

Brad and Lynn Oberg
Homeowners
Company: IBACOS (Brad)
Title: Co-Founder/Chief Technology Officer
Website: www.ibacos.com

Jeff Winkle
Director of Community Development
Cranberry Township
2525 Rochester Rd.
Cranberry Township, PA 16066-6499
Phone: 724-776-4806
Fax: 724-776-5488
E-mail: winklej@twp.cranberry.pa.us
Website: www.twp.cranberry.pa.us

Greg Allen
Site Supervisor
Hendolhurst Homes
955 Markman Park Rd.
Baden, PA 15005
Phone: 724-935-5658
Fax: 724-935-0884
E-mail: gcrbs@adelphia.net

Cindy Schad
Designer/Sales
Nicklas Supply, Inc./Splash
PO Box 1730
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
Phone: 724-772-1060
Fax: 724-772-3020

Bill Rittlemann
Project Engineer
IBACOS
2214 Liberty Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Website: www.ibacos.com

Jeremy Dindinger
Apprentice Plumber
Pedicone Plumbing
4364 Gibsonia Rd.
Rt. 910
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Phone: 724-443-6794

Kirk Vigil
Regional Sales Mgr.
Wirsbo Co.
5925 148th St. W.
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Toll-free: 800-321-4739
Phone: 952-891-2000
Fax: 952-891-2008
Website: www.wirsbo.com

Michael Morse
Journeyman Plumber
Pedicone Plumbing
4364 Gibsonia Rd.
Rt. 910
Gibsonia, PA 15044
Phone: 724-443-6794

Todd Rhule
Installer
A-Comfort Service, Inc.
8600 Perry Hwy.
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Phone: 412-366-8117
Fax: 412-366-6038
E-mail: Info@AcomfortService.com
Website: www.acomfortservice.com