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Just out of curiosity.....I'm wondering why these sink vents need to go
through the roof instead of the side of the building (like gable end of
attic)?
Some jurisdictions allow side venting, others don't. Concerns include
where vapors go that come up from the sewer -- some idiot pours gas down
a drain, the fumes come up your vent stack, do they dissipate outdoors
or accumulate in your attic?
I have a vent that goes out the side of the house, and then straight up 6
feet, completely unsupported. I took the 6 foot extension off, since it was
only a matter of time until it broke off. Now, occassionally, it doesn't
smell too good in that area.
Would putting a spring loaded damper on it help, or would it just ruin my
venting?