What do I do when mixing insulated/uninsulated flex incorrectly?
Flex Duct Connections & SupportsPolished core starter — flex/manufacturer check
Do not mix insulated and uninsulated flex unless the drawing/spec/foreman says it is allowed.
Field checklist
- Identify where insulated vs uninsulated flex is being used.
- Check whether the area is conditioned/unconditioned, return/supply, or special system.
- Verify vapor barrier/condensation needs.
- Ask before substituting.
- Separate wrong material.
Ask foreman
This area has insulated/uninsulated flex mixed. Which material is approved for this run?
Do not
Do not substitute flex type because it is what is left in staging.
Why it matters
Wrong flex type can cause condensation, energy loss, or spec failure.
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