Always begin working at the point with the longest peak to eave distance.
How to install metal roofing around vent pipes.
Find the mark that shows the flow of water.
Here s how to check for a roof leak.
Metal roof flashing installation.
A quick step by step guide on how to flash a metal roof.
Trace the outline of the base of the rubber boot onto the metal roof with a pencil.
Remove the rubber boot.
Place the cover over the vent opening and screw into place.
Place the flashing or boot onto the plumbing vent so the base is resting on shingles.
Apply the last row of shingles that is just below the vent pipe as shown in figure 1.
Drill starter holes if needed then scew down the vent with the fasteners in the installation kit.
Installing a roof plumbing vent is typically an easier task than flashing a chimney.
Figure 2 cut shingle to fit over vent pipe.
Take care the first piece is aligned precisely perpendicular square to the edge.
Use the flashlight to trace it up to its highest point.
Trim the flashing in the center of the rubber boot with a roofing knife so it fits snugly around the pipe.
Apply a second layer of sealant around the lip of the vent outside.
Go up the attic armed with a flashlight.
Remember to allow for the lip on the vent mechanism that will fit over the opening and rest on the surface of the roof.
Slide the rubber boot over the pipe to check the fit.
Install the panels leading up to the vent pipe until getting as close as possible to the pipe.
The metal i m using is called crinkle black i purchased all my materials at h.
How to overcome vent pipes when putting on a metal roof step 1.
Take your first sheet of metal and place it on the roof so that it overhangs the edge at least 3 4 in 1 9 cm.
Here is how you do it.
Then move into the attic and apply to the underside of the opening and vent.
Record those measurements on a notepad.
Use the flashlight to look for water marks on your roof s underside.
Figure 1 install shingles just below vent pipe.
How to flash a metal roof.
Momentarily lift the boot and apply sealant to hold the flashing in.
Continue the next row of shingles cutting a hole for the vent pipe.
In this video i cover installing a roof boot for a vent pipe in a metal roof.
Bring some chalk for marking purposes.
Run a tape measure over the diameter of the pipe and add 1 2 to 3 4 inch to that before making the cut.
Add the metal panels.
Measure the body of the vent.
