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09-17-02, 12:08 PM

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Insulate AC Condensate Drain

The PVC condensate drain line in my old house seems to sweat a lot. I live in a VERY humid climate (New Orleans). Is there any problem in insulating the drain pipe to eliminate the sweating? I've never seen it done before so I wondered if there is a good reason not to.

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09-17-02, 03:00 PM

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insulate it. they are generally insulated above cielings in commercial buildings (saw one today). also increasing the pitch will get the cold water out of there quicker.

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09-22-02, 12:37 PM

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Thanks

Thanks for the advice!!

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