Field problem

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Verify before you commit. Cheap to catch now.

A factory spiral gasket tears during install

A torn gasket is an invisible leak. Pull the joint apart, smooth the pipe edge, replace the gasket, and reassemble by the manufacturer method.

Sealing, Leakage, Mastic & Pressure Testing 2nd Year YELLOW

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The gasketed spiral joint at [location] got shaved by a raw cut edge. I pulled it apart and found damaged gasket material. Do you want a fresh gasket and deburred edge before we reseal?

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