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Improper High-Efficiency Furnace Venting

PVC intake/exhaust on a high-efficiency furnace run with wrong slope, length or termination.

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What it is: PVC intake/exhaust on a high-efficiency furnace run with wrong slope, length or termination.

Why it matters

Bad venting causes condensate backup, shutdowns and combustion-safety issues.

Improper High-Efficiency Furnace Venting during a Bloomington MN home inspection

Why it's common in Bloomington

Common as Bloomington homes swap mid-efficiency units for 90%+ furnaces.

Signs to watch for

  • improper PVC slope
  • blocked or too-close terminations
  • water at the furnace base

What we check during the inspection

We review venting routing, slope and termination clearances.

How it's typically corrected

Correct the venting to manufacturer and code requirements.

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