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Drainage Vent Caps & Cowls

Caps and cowls for the top of drainage vent pipes that let the system breathe while keeping out rain, sand, debris and birds.
Vent Cowl

Caps for drainage vent pipes.

PVC Fabricated Fittings

Headers, cross tees and vent cowls.

Grease Traps

PVC grease traps for kitchens.

Why drainage vents need a cap

Every drainage system needs vent pipes, so air can enter and leave as water flows. Without them, traps get sucked dry and smells come into the building. An open vent pipe on a roof, though, collects rain, sand, leaves and even birds' nests. A vent cap or cowl keeps these out while letting air through.

What we supply

ProductDetails
PVC vent cowlsLight and economical, made in the UAE. See PVC Water Supply Headers & Fittings
Cast iron vent capsHeavy and durable, for exposed roofs
Stainless steel vent capsAISI 304/316, for visible and coastal roofs
SizesTo suit your vent pipe diameter

Choosing a vent cap

  • Material: PVC for most building vents; cast iron or stainless steel where the cap is exposed to damage or must look neat.
  • Mesh or open: a mesh keeps birds and debris out. In very dusty areas, choose a cap that is easy to remove and clean.
  • Coastal sites: stainless steel 316, or PVC.

Where vent caps are fitted

  • Drainage vent stacks on roofs
  • Vent pipes on external walls
  • Vents above grease traps and interceptors
  • Plant room and tank vents

Maintenance

Check vent caps once a year, and after sandstorms. A blocked vent can cause gurgling drains, slow draining and smells inside the building.

What to send us for a quote

Quantities, vent pipe diameter and material, cap material, location (roof or wall), and photos.

Typical applications

Roof vent stacksExternal wallsGrease trap ventsPlant roomsVillasTowers

Frequently asked questions

Why do drainage pipes need vents?
Vents let air in and out as water flows, which protects trap seals and stops smells.
What happens if a vent is blocked?
Drains gurgle, empty slowly, and traps can be sucked dry, letting smells in.
PVC or stainless steel?
PVC for most building vents; stainless steel for visible or coastal roofs.
Do vent caps have a mesh?
A mesh is recommended to keep out birds and debris.
Do you supply grease trap vents?
Yes. Vents for grease traps can be supplied with the trap. See our grease traps.
Do you deliver outside Dubai?
Yes, across the UAE and to GCC projects.

Send us quantities, sizes and drawings or site photos and we will reply with options and a price. Request a quote.

Related: PVC Water Supply Headers & Fittings · Grease Traps · PVC Oil Interceptor · Roof Drains · Request a Quote

Why Choose Alphatek?

Building Materials Supplier for Dubai & the UAE

Alphatek – Delivering drainage solutions that keep your projects flowing.

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