What do I do when exposed spiral screw lines look random?
Finish WorkVerified starter — V147 audit add-on
Stop and align the exposed spiral run before final fastening. Exposed spiral is part of the room finish, not just airflow duct.
Field checklist
- Look down the run before fastening
- Keep seams/screw lines consistent where visible
- Protect painted/coated/stainless finish
- Use approved screws/spacing
- Ask before rotating visible pieces
Ask foreman
This spiral is exposed. Do you want the seam/screw line facing a certain direction before I fasten the run?
Do not
Do not treat exposed spiral like hidden duct or leave random screw lines, scratched finish, or crooked joints.
Why it matters
Finish work becomes visible, inspectable, and expensive when it is wrong. Ask before burying a finish problem.
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