Installing Metal Roofing Around Vent Pipes

How to install vents on a metal roof step 1.

Installing metal roofing around vent pipes.

Drill starter holes if needed then scew down the vent with the fasteners in the installation kit. Figure 1 install shingles just below vent pipe. 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.

This may include the round whirlybird types that are placed. Momentarily lift the boot and apply sealant to hold the flashing in place. Metal roof flashing installation. Place the flashing or boot onto the plumbing vent so the base is resting on shingles.

Here is how you do it. Then move into the attic and apply to the underside of the opening and vent. This will involve determining the placement of the vents. Install shingles as normal up to the base of the plumbing vent.

Install the panels leading up to the vent pipe until getting as close as possible to the pipe. Apply the roofing felt on the roof cutting a hole for the vent pipe. Run a tape measure over the diameter of the pipe and add 1 2 to 3 4 inch to that before making the cut. Apply the last row of shingles that is just below the vent pipe as shown in figure 1.

Prepare the roof area. How to overcome vent pipes when putting on a metal roof step 1. 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.

Place the cover over the vent opening and screw into place. How to flash a metal roof. Installing a roof plumbing vent is typically an easier task than flashing a chimney. Insert the rubber gasket through the pipe.

Apply silicone caulking around the area where the vent pipe penetrates the roof. Continue the next row of shingles cutting a hole for the vent pipe. Apply a second layer of sealant around the lip of the vent outside.