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  1. 12-26-2012, 01:06 PM #1
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    Default Flexible insulated ducting info.

    I'm looking for specific information on flexible insulated ducting. Found a house with silver ducting installed in crawlspace. Ducting is in direct contact with ground, and in a few areas does not have clearance to be raised off ground. I know this isn't acceptable, however would like more specific info. indicating installation and acceptable materials. Thanks!

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    Default Re: Flexible insulated ducting info.

    Quote Originally Posted by Scott West View Post
    I'm looking for specific information on flexible insulated ducting. Found a house with silver ducting installed in crawlspace. Ducting is in direct contact with ground, and in a few areas does not have clearance to be raised off ground. I know this isn't acceptable, however would like more specific info. indicating installation and acceptable materials. Thanks!
    2009 IRC is all I have available to me at this moment. This help any?

    MI601.4.6 Factory-made air ducts. Factory-made air
    ducts shall not be installed in or on the ground, in tile or
    metal pipe, or within masonry or concrete.

    M 1601.4.7 Duct separation. Ducts shall be installed with
    at least 4 inches (102 mm) separation from earth except
    where they meet the requirements of Section M1601.1.2.

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    Default Re: Flexible insulated ducting info.

    Scott, I'm not sure what you mean by insulation and acceptable materials. I agree with the ducts should be at least 4" off the ground. This prevents moisture damage and helps keep it from being a highway for pests. Also properly supported ducts will perform better by allowing a smoother pipe for the air to flow reducing static loss. In your area you probably see what I see here which is manufactured homes where the large supply to the other side is laying on the dirt.

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  4. 12-27-2012, 07:25 AM #4
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    Cool Re: Flexible insulated ducting info.

    National Insulation Association

    Insulate Today. Save Tomorrow. : NAIMA North American Insulation Manufacturers Association

    You can probably find some good info. from these two resources that may not be code but industry stds.

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