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Water Enters Rooftop Duct or a Louver Plenum

Find the entry path and protect the system before sealing the first visible wet joint. Check temporary openings, louver and hood orientation, flashing interfaces, curb or plenum details, sealant condition, drain paths, and water carried from another trade or higher roof area.

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Say this to your foreman

Water is entering this rooftop duct/plenum. I traced the wet area past the nearest joint and checked the temporary cap, louver, curb, and roof interface. Do you want the system opened for a full water-path inspection before the exterior repair is made?

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