Alexandria, VA

Commercial Plumber, Replace Cracked Storm Pipe: arrived at location to replaced 3in cast iron storm drain down on p2 the run to the stack was cracked, we replaced 15ft of pipe, cleaned up area as well, installed new bands with it too and grade is well.

FALL HVAC MAINTENANCE ON 2015 80% GAS FURNACE I checked the filter and found okay for now. I checked the ecm indoor blower wheel motor housing compartment for any obstructions and found none I did notice that the blower motor is exposed to any high voltage power surges by not containing a surge protector on it. I checked blower amps and found within specs. I checked the inducer draft motor and flue vent pipe and found okay. I checked inducer motor and found within specs. I checked the flame sensor and cleaned it off today. I checked the igniter reading 55ohms. I checked all limits and safety and all wirings and connections found okay. I checked and cleaned burners and heat exchanger. I checked the temperature rise and I got a return air temperature of 72 and a supply air temperature of 123. I checked humidifier found okay. I detected a fungle growth cultivating within the unit near the humidifier and near the coils and the the wirings of the blower motor. As of now the unit is runnin

arrived onsite,. customer explained glass had fallen into garbage disposal drain and now disposal makes humming sound. used disposal wrench to reset unit. ran faucet, turned on disposal switch and checked for proper operation. customer has leak on water heater outlet - filled out summary of findings form and gave customer options for repair

Customer notified us that they have a cracked toilet that need to be replaced in the women's restroom located on the 2nd floor. Upon arrivals I contact Chico so that we can locate the toilet. Once inside of the women's restroom i observed that the toilet was cracked in the bottom left-hand side. Set up equipment and drop cloth to insure the flooring and walls where protected. I then vacuumed all the water out of the pool of toilet and then turn the water supply off. Once the toilet was completely drain had no water, I then began to unbolt the nuts holding the toilet up. Once all bolts where unscrewed I took the toilet off the wall. Disassembled everything on the old existing toilet and assembled the new toilet before placing it on the wall. Hung new toilet on existing studs and then tighten the nuts down until the toilet was secure. Sat down on the toilet to ensure that it was stable and durable for other customers to use. Applied caulk on the edge of the toilet for a flush finish and

Commercial Plumbing Call, Replace Pipe: Returned to job with right tool and was able to replace the pipe. I also insulated the line and pipe. Thank you for choosing Vito.

Commercial Plumber Call, Leak Coming From Main Pipe on Roof: I got to the job and removed the 5" cast elbow as well as the short piece cast iron 5" pipe from the stone drain, which was on the roof I then went to pickup materials for that job, Once I returned I realized I need a special tool to get into the hole from the ceiling drain because there is no room to get in and my hand can't reach the connection. We will have to go buy the special tool at Home Depot tomorrow and return to the job

Leak Under Sink: Examined area concern by customer. There is a leak going under kitchen sink. Inspected area and leak is producing from cold side handle of faucet. Dismantled cold side and identified cartridge required for Glacier Bay faucet. Went through cartridges in stock and I do not carry style cartridge. Spoke to customer regarding condition of existing faucet and we agreed to install a new Delta faucet today with a Lifetime Manufacturer Guarantee. Applied customer coupon and gave customer investment option for installation. Customer agreed. Went inside and removed existing faucet with no damage to white sink. Set new faucet components and began installation. Secured deckplate to cover all holes in sink and secured cockhole cover to additional port in sink. Secured faucet to sink and deckplate. Secured pullout hose with clip undersink. Repressured water supply to fixture and tested for proper functionality. There are no further leaks in area and faucet is fully operational. Clean

Clear Stoppage: arrived on site to look at a toilet that was snaked yesterday for about 75 feet, ran water until the bathroom backed up, pulled the toilet and snaked the line for about 80 feet before clearing the line, ran up until 90 feet to make sure, pulled back wipes on the line, filled the tub about half way and drained it twice, no issues found, reset toilet, cleaned up work area and left

Stoppages at Multi-Family Housing: arrived at the job site started using the k1500 running cable till I felt the clug once I felt the clugi started using the machine.. I ran bout 75' of cable till it was all clear . once I was done I ran water for bout 15 min, put the toilet back and clean my work area. THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VITO

Back Flow Prevention Testing: Tested one backflow which is in the Roy Rogers and not the Trek bicycle place. After getting to the backflow I tested it and it passed.

Commercial Plumbing Call, Leak From Main Pipe: arrived at location for a leaking Strom drain, upon arrival the ceiling had water marks on it, took down the ceiling and installed on 5in cast iron pipe, it was wet, noticed one of the sheered band was lose but almost impossible to tighten, upon more investigation looking at the roof drain it's leaking down to the 90, it's has been leaking for a while dude the color difference on the cI 90, it's a very slow leak. customer will like an estimate on the repair before any work.

09/20/2024 arrived on site to replace some 6 inch pipe in the parking garage, pipe needing to be replaced was in the back corner above some parking spots, took apart old pipe and replaced it with new pipe, tightened bands down, cleaned up work area and left Second Site: arrived on site to replace some 6 inch pipe that was cracked in the parking garage, pipe needing to be replaced was in the pump room in the back, took apart old pipe and replaced it with 17 feet of new pipe, tightened bands down, cleaned up work area and left

Commercial Plumbing Call, Hang New Toilet: Arrived at location to replace and install new wall hung toilet, the old toilet had a crack on it. when taking the old one off we noticed there was no washer back there and that could've been the cause of the crack of the toilet installed new wall hung toilet, checked for leaks no leaks occured, but the slog valve shut off is shut at a position where it won't let the full pressure of water come to make a complete flush, in which we will have to replace that which requires shutting off the water to the building or if it has its own shut off some where near we can use, there is a cross connection with the hot and cold, Luke warm water is coming out of the shut off valve.

09/19/2024 Job Summary Today, I arrived on site for heating maintenance across two zones. Zone 1: Inspected 90% American Standard furnace. System drain is clear of debris. No rust or condensation found around the inducer motor. Inducer motor and blower amps are within specifications. Ignitor ohms are good. Flame sensor did not require cleaning. System is heating properly. Water Heater: Noted that the water heater requires an expansion tank. Heat Pump: Tested the system from both zones. System is operating and heating properly. Electric heat amps are within specifications. Unit voltages and amps are within specifications. System is heating properly at this time. Additional Notes: AC maintenance was skipped this year; a renewal of the maintenance agreement is planned for next year. found ez trap safety broken upstairs. $375 replaced.

Job Summary Today, I arrived on site for cooling maintenance on a two-zone, zone-controlled heat pump system. System 1: Basement Crawl Space Supply temperature measured at 53. Filter was extremely dirty; replaced with a new one. Noticed heavy oil residue in the drain pan; flushed the drain pan, drain line, and condensate pump to remove buildup. Coil is now free and clear of debris. Checked the heat pump outside; all pressures, voltages, and amps are within specifications. System is operating properly at this time. System 2: Attic Space Replaced the filter provided by the owner. Cleared out the drain line to ensure proper flow. System cooling at a 20 split, indicating efficient operation. Discussed the opened duct with the customer; airflow has returned and increased, as confirmed by the customer. Checked the heat pump outside; all pressures, voltages, and amps are within specifications. System is operating properly at this time.

09/16/2024 FALL MAINTENANCE - OWNER/TENANT SITUATION Carrier 80% Gas furnace 44k BTU I checked the filter and replaced with one costumer provided, tenant prefers thermostat at 73. I called for cooling on the newly installed 80%, Gas furnace. I checked the indoor blower wheel motor housing compartment for any obstructions and found none. Max blower amps are 6.0amps the blower was drawing 1.5amps which is within specs. I checked inducer draft motor and flue vent pipe okay. inducer amps are within specs. I checked ignitor ouhms found within manufacturer recommended. I checked flame sensor and cleaned off. I checked pressures switch inside the furnace to check for proper operation and found working properly. I checked gas valve 24v okay. I checked all wirings and connections at the communication board and found okay. I checked all other limits and safetys with proper function. Manufacturer temperature rise 30-60 I got a return air temperature of 86 and a supply air temperature of 136.

09/16/2024 FOLLOW UP CHECK. I arrived today and pressures were holding compared to last visit. I checked my temperatures and I got a return air temperature of 75 and a supply air temperature of 57. I used leak detector spray on all fittings and sensors and detected no leaks at this moment. I hosed down outdoor unit for costumer. I replaced filter with one they provided. The efficiency of the unit is not the best anymore but the unit is running and cooling as of now. Thank you for choosing VITO SERVICES. I do recommend client calling and making an appointment for fall check towards the middle or end of Oct. If there is any questions or concerns please feel free to reach out.

NO AC. I called for cooling at thermostat. I heard the outdoor unit kick on but I never heard the indoor unit kick on, all I heard was humming. I checked the 20251 filter and replaced with one Costumer provided I do recommend he purchased more because I used his last one. I took cover off of blower motor I checked for 24v at blower and found present. I checked the 10mfd capacitor and found reading 0.000mfd. I replaced blower capacitor for new one and blower came on. I checked my temperature split I got a return air temperature of 72 and a supply air temperature of 52. The costumer is happy and I will ask to sign up for contract. Thank you for choosing VITO SERVICES the unit was left running and cooling Capacitor $320.00 i will advise client to sign up for vito vip contract $244.00 He did not want to do it today but he will consider it.

09/04/2024 arrived onsite, customer noticed holes in furnace venting pipe. also interested in changing main furnace pipe that runs vertically up and out to roof. need HVAC technician to properly diagnose and fix issue. customer is renovating upstairs bathroom which is where the pipe is and they are planning on closing up walls this week so they requested HVAC tech to come out ASAP. Leaking. The pipe flue for water heater has holes inside of it at the T. The T than going 20ft up to the roof. The flue vent pipe from furnace and water heater both have to be changed out to B vent. The T and the line that runs 20ft to roof needs to be changed out to B vent. At least 8ft of B vent for furnace and at least 8ft of B vent for water heater. I have sent pictures to Moe but he might want to come out and provide price for costumer on doing the Job. Thank you for choosing VITO SERVICES. I will let the office know to pass it on to Moe.

09/04/2024 upon arrival of home customer needed pan replaced underneath washer machine. gave customer price of $900 to remove washer machine and replace pan. unfortunately no stores in the area have the pan readily available. explained to the customer we will need to order the part . customer said he will call us tomorrow because he may be able to get part sooner.

09/03/2024 I arrived today to replace shredder core valve due to it leaking. I made sure unit has no pressure. I removed old stem and replaced with new one. I added 7lbs of 410A my pressures held at 110/254psi. I checked my temperature and I got a return air temperature of 73 and a supply air temperature of 55. I will need to come back in about 2 weeks to check if pressures held or not. The unit was left running and cooling as of now. I will collect the remaining balance of $1510.00. Thank you for choosing VITO SERVICES.

08/29/2024 Client did not want maintenance done. They wanted me to check the gutters and tell them why is water leaking in certain parts. I brought out my telescope ladder and I checked where the water was leaking and the gutter just has cracks in it. I told client she will need to either repair them or change her gutters. No issues with AC system is running and performing as needed. Thank you for choosing VITO SERVICES.

AC SYSTEM NOT WORKING PROPERLY Client advised me that we were out here for a spring maintenance and added one pound to the system. the client told me that the unit kept coming on and off outside. it was cutting off on low pressure because there is a leak at the shrader core valve and all the refrigerant has escaped. The unit holds 6lbs of R-410A. The unit is 9yrs old. First option: We will have to order shrader core and return to fix leak. After repairing leak we will have to top it off with 410. Will get client approval and set up date to return. Schrader core valve $580 6lbs 410A $280x6 $1680 Total $2260.00 Second option: Get a comfort advisor out here to provide quote on a new system and to move the system to attic space. Costumer will talk with wife to come to a decision. Thank you for choosing VITO SERVICES.

08/26/2024 Removed old expansion valve and filter drier. Install new expansion valve and filter drier, vacuumed,recharged and test system it's working properly.

08/23/2024 arrived on site to a stoppage in the kitchen sink in the 4th floor, found the sink and recreated the backup, engineer said he snaked line already about 10 feet, still had issues, took apart the line and snaked it for about 15 feet twice, reassembled drain and tested the line for backups or leaks, no more issues found, found coffee grounds on the end of the line and informed customer, cleaned up work area and left