Vapor barrier punctured by hanger rod
A hanger rod puncturing vapor barrier needs a sealed detail. Small holes can become condensation points.
Stop if
- This hanger rod punctured the vapor barrier. What approved patch/detail do you want here?
Watch out
- Do not leave rod holes open in the facing.
Check
- Find rod penetrations through wrap/facing.
- Check for torn facing or compressed insulation around the rod.
- Seal with approved vapor-barrier method.
- Ask if shields/saddles are needed at supports.
Steps
- Find rod penetrations through wrap/facing.
- Check for torn facing or compressed insulation around the rod.
- Seal with approved vapor-barrier method.
- Ask if shields/saddles are needed at supports.
Say this to your foreman
This hanger rod punctured the vapor barrier. What approved patch/detail do you want here?
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