Rusted Roof Vent Pipe

Can anyone tell me why this hood on water heater exhaust vent pipe is so rusty and what the solution might be.

Rusted roof vent pipe. Step 2 climb into the attic and locate the vent pipe as it passes through the attic. Can anyone tell me why this hood on water heater exhaust vent. Free delivery with 45 order. The constant exposure to weather weakens a gas furnace roof vent s outer liner and termination cap.

Nrichards norman richards april 25 2019 12 55pm 1. Rust condensation on water heater exhaust vent hood. The top of the vent pipe extends through the roof. Oatey retro master roof flashing 1 4 in to 4 in x 8 in epdm rubber vent and pipe flashing.

Inside diameter black new construction or reroof thermoplastic vent pipe roof flashing model pb 312 4bk 19 97 19 97. An auger is commonly called a plumbing snake because of its flexible cable that snakes. This old house general contractor tom silva shows how to create a watertight seal around a vent pipe. For pricing and availability.

Set your store to see local availability add to cart. A rusted area on a vent pipe not only lets rainwater enter the attic but also allows potentially dangerous downdrafts to push fumes into the home s living space. See below for a shopping list and tools subscribe to. A gas furnace uses a double wall flue pipe for its vent.