Installation Hint for 1 1/2 inch vents

When installing a CQ on a smaller vent, centering is important. Here is a hint to assure its centered. Put the front screw in about 3/8 inch is left out. Push the unit back until the front screw makes contact with the lead flashing, then install the side screws all...

Times are Hard

I know that a lot out there are worried about our countries future, the recent downgrade of our debt, and the feeling that we are in decline. Dont worry. Worry is a huge waste of time and energy. By definition worry is concern over something you cannot control,...

Rubber Flashing

If you see vents that are white or black, that probably means you have rubber flashing, not lead. This is common outside of the sunshine states. However, they will dry out and crack over time in just about any environment, so be careful when on your roof to not kick...

Back Mounting Holes

We are trying a few units with the screws in the back offset from center a bit to attempt to allow better access. These are being sent after we tried them to random customers to see what they think.

Mounting Screws

Each CQ comes with 4 short screws and 4 longer screws. The longer screws are used for the 1 1/2 inch vents, the short screws are used for the 2 and 3 inch vents. However, its fully acceptable to put all in for a more secure mount if desired. Also only 3 screws are...

Why do we have vents

A lot of people dont understand why we have plumbing vents in the first place. There are three reasons we have them. They allow sewer gasses to escape to atmosphere and away from the home. They allow access to the plumbing system by plumbers in case there is a plug....