Metal Roof Boot Installation

Metal roof pipe boot flashing kit includes 3 grey pipe boot tube of solar seal sealant 20 1 5 metal roof screws and a 1 4 nut driver.

Metal roof boot installation.

You have placed a roof boot on your metal roof to offer another level of protection from water penetration. There you have it. Inside diameter black new construction or reroof thermoplastic vent pipe roof. After selecting an area to install from inside the building square the template between the roof rafters and outline with a marker.

Next use a reciprocating saw with a rough in blade to cut the out the marked template. Gibraltar building products 11 in. Install steps in description 5 0 out of 5 stars 2. Step 4 screw boot in place.

Then cover the entire roof with a layer of insulation and secure it with a staple gun. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps. Before a metal roof can be installed we have to install the water barrier which will act as an additional protection underneath the metal roof. Such a water barrier is designed to protect the roof decking from water that occurs from condensation due to temperature differences.

Using a sawzall cut any roofing nails in the area of the lower mounting plate flush with the sheathing. Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails. Once the boot is secured with the sealant screw it in place with sheet metal screws. Metal roofing is also available in the form of shingles.

Next use 1 inch nails to secure some metal edging to the perimeter of the roof. Rubber electrical mast split pipe boot roof flashing in black model 81746 37 27 37 27.