The Spectrum technician came by today to install the internet cable/wifi.
Initially, I requested the hole and coax to be ran closer to the electric box/meter. The tech understandably didn’t think that was a good idea. However, is this an acceptable job?
I feel like the cable length was further than it needed to be. He drilled from the inside out.
There also didn’t put any finishing on the hole the cable is wired though. I’m assuming this should have some sort of silicone or spray sealant to prevent water intrusion and bugs? I’ve even seen those cable bushings which would have cleaned it up and prevent water intrusion. I asked but he said it was good to go as is.
Or am I just overreacting about all of this?
If this is pvc cladding I would recommend low modulus silicone.
Quote from Solseal, experts in sealants, who define this nicely:
“Low modulus sealants adhere to the majority of construction materials and can be used for indoor and outdoor glazing. Low modulus sealants are stretchy, so they can accommodate more movement and offer better adhesion than other alternatives.”
Although they talk specifically about glazing, this advice is based on expansion and contraction of the materials and the ability of the sealant to move with it. It also has a long service life. With that said, the work looks shoddy and I’d call them back. They have a certain duty of care, in regards to your property in my opinion.
Thanks for your help. Here’s what it looks like now. Spectrum sent a new tech out. Is this better? There is a ton of silicone in and around the hole. The picture came out blurrier than i thought. drip loop