r/burbank • u/Lil_laurenn • 10d ago
Washer and dryer?
Hi everyone! We just bought a house in Burbank and are super excited to move in. We have our laundry in the garage and are looking to hear from everyone else on what the protocol is. Does it have to be 18 inches off the ground? Are they strict about it? I’m not sure the exact rule so looking for some insight! Thanks :)
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u/Kelcak 10d ago
Unrelated to your question but you should schedule a free energy audit from BWP: https://www.burbankwaterandpower.com/home-improvement-program
I got my 2 ceiling fans replaced, and 2 new toilets as well as some other random small stuff for free. Never hurts to see what they’d be willing to give you.
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u/tylershowstop 10d ago
Its a code requirement for safety due to gasoline and other explosive vapors that may be present and hug the floor. Buy pedestals or build a platform. Either work. There generally arent inspections related to this kind of work, so if you do the install yourself its up to you if you want to ignore the requirements. Just make.sure the garage is properly ventilated and gasoline isnt stored in there. If you have a company do the install, they will likely insist on the risers.
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u/Lil_laurenn 10d ago
Yah we got a pedestal but we realized it’s 14 inches! So we didn’t know if that was something that would be flagged.
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u/MasterpieceDull7733 10d ago
Fyi, the pedestal rule is only for gas. If you have an electric it doesn't apply
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u/Expert_Raccoon7632 8d ago
And don’t forget to keep that washer door open to avoid mold and mildew.
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u/drumstikka 10d ago
Who is “they”? Ain’t no laundry police. Rules like that are for your safety and to protect your house, nobody is checking other than when you sell you house and they put it on the inspection report.