Above ground water meter enclosure
Above ground water meter enclosure
(OP)
I am working on a project in Rochester, NY and want to utilize an above ground heated enclosure (Safe-T-Cover) to house an 8" water meter. The enclosure is to be slab mounted. I'm wondering if the heat produced within the enclosure (from a slab mounted heater) will be sufficient to prevent the slab from heaving. Should i consider having the slab foundation bearing below frost line to prevent damage to the watermain that will be projecting through the slab? Any thoughts are appreciated.





RE: Above ground water meter enclosure
RE: Above ground water meter enclosure
Use some flexible material around the pipe to allow a little slab movement without stressing the pipe, similar to a concrete expansion joint. Or a modular/flexible insert designed for this purpose.
Hydrants are installed in cold climates through sidewalks without any special precautions, other than some clean fill under the sidewalk.