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My plumber installed a vent pipe extension. Do I remove the extension or place the OdorHog over the vent extension?

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My plumber installed a vent pipe extension. Do I remove the extension or place the OdorHog over the vent extension?

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Remove the extension. We have found that when an OdorHog is placed over an extension, the whole extension and OdorHog assembly act as a “sail” in the wind. The assembly will begin to oscillate in the wind. This could potientially damage your rooftop vent flashing and create a leak in your roof. • Do I need to order replacement carbon with my initial order of a 3″ or 4&quot OdorHog ? Not typically. In cases where the carbons may become saturated quickly you might, e.g. commercial or restaurant applications. The OdorHog comes ready to install on your vent pipe with a carbon bag preinstalled into the housing unit. • I have installed the OdorHog , now I am getting the odors inside my house, why? Like stated above in FAQ 1, OdorHog will restrict air flow somewhat. If you do not have a completely sealed venting system this restriction will expose those leaking points. We have found that there may be a variety of reasons why this is happening. 1) The wax rings under your toilets may have beco

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