Re: Using the Sewer Vent for Cable or Cat5e Run?

[Charles Sullivan <cwsulliv@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

On Fri, 08 Sep 2006 04:53:21 -0700, tljones wrote:

> I'm trying to figure out the best path, other than drilling and the
> time consuming process of fishing/drilling through floors, to get a RG6
> cable and Cat5e cable from my attic to my basement.
>
> I have heard that you can run plenium Cat5 down environmental vents
> without any issues.  The sewer vent runs from the attic to the basement
>  and is the only direct path I can see.  The pipe is 2" and is used for
> my sump pump in the basement. I was going to cut the pipe and use a 45
> degree capped splitter for the wires in the basement to avoid drilling
> ugly holes directly in the pipe.
>
> Is this NOT a good idea?  Any restrictions on if I can do this with RG6
> or Cat5E?
>
> I'm in Georgia, if that helps any in regards to code.
>
> Thanks!
>
> Tony

One time I had a sewer line clog which required running a Roto-Rooter
down the vent pipe on the roof to clear.  The plumber told me it was
not that unusual to have to resort to this entry point.