Condensing boiler flu

[BigJ273]

I may be overthinking this, but looking for some opinions. Recently had a condensing boiler installed, with a horizontal flu exiting the side of the house. I’ve attached some pics. I understand the exhaust is quite acidic, as is the condensate. My concern is, based on the placement, do you think the exhaust would begin to rust the metal covering the facia and drip edge on the roof? For the most part, the exhaust shoots out to the side as it’s supposed to. But when it’s windy it can blow towards the house. The soffit above it is closed, so I’m not concerned about that. More concerned about the potential rusting of the metal on the facia. It’s been about 5 months, and so far so good. I really don’t wanna move it if it’s not necessary

 

[laynes69]

Isn't the facia aluminum? Personally I would just keep it there.

 

[hedge wood]

I have been installing condensing LP and Natural gas furnaces for well over twenty years and never have seen were the exhaust has caused a issue with the siding or trim and that has been on aluminum and steel alike.

 

[BigJ273]

I have been installing condensing LP and Natural gas furnaces for well over twenty years and never have seen were the exhaust has caused a issue with the siding or trim and that has been on aluminum and steel alike.

Thank you very much!!

 

[BigJ273]

Isn't the facia aluminum? Personally I would just keep it there.

Yes. It is aluminum. I certainly don’t plan to fix something that doesn’t appear to be broke. Like I said, I’m probably overthinking it.