How To Install A Vent Boot On A Metal Roof

After selecting an area to install from inside the building square the template between the roof rafters and outline with a marker.

How to install a vent boot on a metal roof.

Using the tape measure determine the size of the cut into the roof that will be necessary to insert the vent into the space. Place the new boot in the hole of the pipe and cut the boot on the line that touches the rim. Here are a few tricks that really will help if you. In this video i cover installing a roof boot for a vent pipe in a metal roof.

Look for one that is heat rated to at least 212 degrees f. But it truly is rewarding. Seal the roofing membrane by applying silicone caulking in the area where the roofing membrane comes in contact with the pipe. Insert the roofing membrane with the backing removed through the pipe.

Record those measurements on a notepad. See our full range of installation. The flashing will be fitted with an aluminum flange. Next use a reciprocating saw with a rough in blade to cut the out the marked template.

Remember to allow for the lip on the vent mechanism that will fit over the opening and rest on the surface of the roof. The slide the boot down the pipe and leave it about 3 above the roof. Using a sawzall cut any roofing nails in the area of the lower mounting plate flush with the sheathing. Measure the body of the vent.

No sales pitch or other fluff. Homesteading ranching self reliance is not without its difficulties at times. The metal i m using is called crinkle black i purchased all my materials at h. Just simple 3d animated digital instructions on how to install a pipe boot on a metal roof.

Insert the rubber gasket through the pipe. A roof boot for a metal roof will also have a heat rating.