February 2Feb 2 Prior to the single ply seal being installed around the base of this soil vent I was expecting the splayed plastic section to be fitted to the bottom on top of the EPDM (not based on anything, just an assumption). It seems to be fixed in place now and I’m wondering if it is in fact to stop rain splashing upwards into the vent (just my best guess). I’ll ask my builder, but I like a second opinion from here. Scaffolding comes down this week, hence I don’t have much time to question it. in case you're wondering, no the window doesn’t open and yes it is far enough away from opening windows (laterally & height).
February 2Feb 2 Author 12 minutes ago, Mr Punter said: This all looks fine to me. What is your concern? I'd seen it initially when it was all loose (waiting for the EPDM seal to be installed) and just assumed the black section with the splay would go down to the floor, that was all.
February 3Feb 3 25 minutes ago, Great_scot_selfbuild said: I'd seen it initially when it was all loose (waiting for the EPDM seal to be installed) and just assumed the black section with the splay would go down to the floor, that was all. Nope. This is spot on. The internal of the black cowl is sat atop the roof penetration 'top-hat', and that keeps the rain from getting down into that junction. It needs to be high enough to stave of splashing rain. Buy him a beer, and say "thanks", it looks very robust and a good job afaic.
February 3Feb 3 Author 7 minutes ago, Nickfromwales said: Buy him a beer We keep them all well stocked in a bottomless supply of decent snacks, drinks, tea & coffee. But yes, there will be beer at some point.
February 3Feb 3 4 minutes ago, Great_scot_selfbuild said: We keep them all well stocked in a bottomless supply of decent snacks, drinks, tea & coffee. But yes, there will be beer at some point. Telling people they've done a good job, and that you appreciate it, goes a loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooong way. Don't put that off
February 3Feb 3 Author 6 hours ago, Nickfromwales said: Telling people they've done a good job, and that you appreciate it, goes a loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooong way. Don't put that off Couldn’t agree more - fear not, I do this too 😁👍🏻
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