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joseph001
Oct 18, 2010, 07:58 PM
I just wanted to know if plumbing pipes that are just for air.. they need a slope?

argaiu1017
Oct 18, 2010, 08:11 PM
Hi,

Although horizontal level vent pipes are permitted as minimum code, sloped vent pipes @ 1/4" per foot of fall towards the fixtures is best. So absolutely a YES.

joseph001
Oct 18, 2010, 08:23 PM
So we don't slope the hole line just the part that near the fixture?

argaiu1017
Oct 18, 2010, 10:33 PM
Hi,

You must slope from where it is tied into to either a branch vent or through the roof. Basically if there is some liquid in it, it will drain off.

joseph001
Oct 19, 2010, 08:50 AM
OK so the hole line must be sloped in case there is water that will fall in to the pipes

argaiu1017
Oct 19, 2010, 07:24 PM
Yes, so it won't reduce the capacity of it. You want the full capacity of the vent to fuction.

joseph001
Oct 19, 2010, 08:22 PM
Thanks u so muchh!