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After the rough in, a couple supply ducts stick out of plane with the partition studs. I am going to have the HVAC contractor to move the ducts into the wall. How much do ducts usually stick out? Should they be flush, or is this asking for too much.
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Yes, it may be asking too much. We always have them move them back if they aren't flush (except behind kitchen cabinets, we love huge bumps there). In fact we just schedule them for a second visit (a day or so after they are supposed to be done with the rough-in) before the job starts. It makes it alot easier for everyone.
*Joe - Depending on the type of support for the ductwork (goes for walls and ceilings) IMO ducts always have to be i back from the face of framing since those hangers and supports (and joint framing, depending on the size of the duct) may protrude further than the duct itself.
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After the rough in, a couple supply ducts stick out of plane with the partition studs. I am going to have the HVAC contractor to move the ducts into the wall. How much do ducts usually stick out? Should they be flush, or is this asking for too much.