Installing Metal Roofing Around Vent Pipes

Apply the roofing felt on the roof cutting a hole for the vent pipe.

Installing metal roofing around vent pipes.

How to install vents on a metal roof step 1. Install shingles as normal up to the base of the plumbing vent. Apply silicone caulking around the area where the vent pipe penetrates the roof. Place the flashing or boot onto the plumbing vent so the base is resting on shingles.

Prepare the roof area. This will involve determining the placement of the vents. Drill starter holes if needed then scew down the vent with the fasteners in the installation kit. How to overcome vent pipes when putting on a metal roof step 1.

This may include the round whirlybird types that are placed. Various size vents will come. The metal i m using is called crinkle black i purchased all my materials at h. Then move into the attic and apply to the underside of the opening and vent.

Run a tape measure over the diameter of the pipe and add 1 2 to 3 4 inch to that before making the cut. Seal the roofing membrane by applying silicone caulking in the area where the roofing membrane comes in contact with the pipe. Here is how you do it. How to flash a metal roof.

Apply a second layer of sealant around the lip of the vent outside. Determine the type of vents you wish to install. Insert the roofing membrane with the backing removed through the pipe. Place the cover over the vent opening and screw into place.

In this video i cover installing a roof boot for a vent pipe in a metal roof. A quick step by step guide on how to flash a metal roof. Momentarily lift the boot and apply sealant to hold the flashing in place. Continue the next row of shingles cutting a hole for the vent pipe.

Installing a roof plumbing vent is typically an easier task than flashing a chimney. Figure 1 install shingles just below vent pipe. Metal roof flashing installation.