Is this a Defect? Some various pics attached

[Eric C. Van De Ven]

Originally Posted by jfunderburk

OK. I didn't see any holes. That was the issue posted.

There may be another issue..not posted.

This was the original question:

Hole
Last one is self-explanatory...a hole in the duct. What would you say/recommend to your client?

[Tim Spargo]

That is strikingly similar Eric.. for sure. But was flex duct, house was built in late 80's. You could see the clear liner in there... the tape was a patch from last time..

Good eye.

[ROBERT V. YOUNG]

#1pics ! and 2. Suspect safety hazard. Break in the firewall protection.
The PVC piping are not rated for the 20 minute fire break rating on garage walls.
Suspect foundation firewall damage. The lowest part of the firewall below the defect vacuum hose entry and exit is breaking and shifted slightly.Snap and zoom on the bottom.
Recommend: sorry lost on that tonight.
Attic.
Suspect: Rodent or vermin problems.s.
Recommend: Have a licensed pest control or exterminator do an investigation and pest control.
Remove and replace all insulated exhaust. Might be contaminated with vermin parasites.
Then. Sorry exhausted. tonight.Just have the energy for to Tim or Mr.Spargo.

[ROBERT V. YOUNG]

Originally Posted by mcyr

R302.5.3 Other penetrations. Penetrations through the separation required in Section R309.2 shall be protected as required by Section R302.11, Item 4.

4. At openings around vents, pipes, ducts, cables and wires at ceiling and floor level, with an approved material to resist the free passage of flame and products of combustion. The material filling this annular space shall not be required to meet the ASTM E 136 requirements.

R302.6 Dwelling/garage fire separation. The garage shall be separated as required by Table R302.6. Openings in garage walls shall comply with Section R302.5. This provision does not apply to garage walls that are perpendicular to the adjacent dwelling unit wall.

R302.5.2 Duct penetration. Ducts in the garage and ducts penetrating the walls or ceilings separating the Dwelling from the garage shall be constructed of a minimum No. 26 gage (0.48 mm) sheet steel or other approved material and shall have no openings into the garage.


Carpet transition should have been used.


Or something like this;




The carpet should be cut in the center of the door so when door is closed neither flooring on other side of doorway will show. Check with your local dealer.

Usually an annodized alluminum strip is intalled at the time of the ceramic tile installation for carpet transitions to carpet.


Last, I think a nest of little varments is evident.

Marcel the ladies must drop dead when you talk that way to them.
WOW one day I will hopefully be as effectual.
Shot you never know.
Thank you Marcel. Its a great help. Thanks.

[ROBERT V. YOUNG]

I see how the illustration added the the narrative. Great Marcel.
That why I am using Horizon for now, the illustration, links, ability for graphical interface with defect, deficiency, and ease. Cost is a bear though..
I have to build up illustration and then I can focus on my HIP software.
Marcel you are using code R302.5.3 yet we are not code inspectors. You see my question.