I have two 2" PVC pipes running from outside (AC unit) to the inside set up (furnace?). I need to cut these pipes and re run them since they are blocking the water heater which I need to take out. I wasnt sure what they did so didnt want to cut them yet. Is there water in them? Do I just turn off the unit first? When replacing do I use just regular PVC pipe and glue or is the some flex pipe solution? Any help would be great. I added some photos.
2 PVC Pipes running from unit to basement
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Best Answer
OK. These have nothing to do with and no connection to the AC compressor, which makes a lot more sense than the original question with no outside picture.
Flex pipe is probably not an option - if it IS an option it needs to be a type specifically approved by the furnace manufacturer.
While direct vent exhaust is relatively cool, so it can be run in plastic pipe, it is still quite deadly due to the carbon monoxide it contains, and you do not want to be casual about how it's handled, or you and your family won't wake up some day. It happens.
You might well plot out a different route for the pipes that is less inconvenient, but be sure it fits the manufacturer's requirements for the intake/vent system (or have it done, or checked, by your heating contractor.)