How To Install A Vent Boot On A Metal Roof

In this video i cover installing a roof boot for a vent pipe in a metal roof.

How to install a vent boot on a metal roof.

Insert the roofing membrane with the backing removed through the pipe. Remember to allow for the lip on the vent mechanism that will fit over the opening and rest on the surface of the roof. But it truly is rewarding. Apply silicone caulking around the area where the vent pipe penetrates the roof.

After selecting an area to install from inside the building square the template between the roof rafters and outline with a marker. Using the tape measure determine the size of the cut into the roof that will be necessary to insert the vent into the space. Record those measurements on a notepad. Next use a reciprocating saw with a rough in blade to cut the out the marked template.

And begging to caulk around where the boot will go on the roof. Using a sawzall cut any roofing nails in the area of the lower mounting plate flush with the sheathing. Look for one that is heat rated to at least 212 degrees f. Place the new boot in the hole of the pipe and cut the boot on the line that touches the rim.

Measure the body of the vent. Homesteading ranching self reliance is not without its difficulties at times. To offer water protection around the pipe vents on a metal roof you will have to use a pipe flashing created specifically for the corrugated surface of a metal roof. No sales pitch or other fluff.

The flashing will be fitted with an aluminum flange. See our full range of installation. The metal i m using is called crinkle black i purchased all my materials at h. Insert the rubber gasket through the pipe.

The slide the boot down the pipe and leave it about 3 above the roof. Here are a few tricks that really will help if you.