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Old 9/25/06, 10:42 PM
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Default Water supply pipes and drain pipes running through return air ducts?

Is that alright?, I know dryer vents are not supposed to
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Old 9/26/06, 7:10 AM
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Default Re: Water supply pipes and drain pipes running through return air ducts?

Condensation or leaks from pipes can cause not only rusting of metal ducts but also mould growth which is most undesirable esp. in a duct system.

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Old 9/26/06, 9:28 AM
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Default Re: Water supply pipes and drain pipes running through return air ducts?

Aaron, Paul's right about the condensation, leaks, rust and mold potential.

Here is some more info:

http://www.nachi.org/forum/f20/ducting-7029/



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Old 9/26/06, 12:09 PM
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Default Re: Water supply pipes and drain pipes running through return air ducts?

What about people sneaking electrical wiring up and through duct work?
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