Install Pipe Flashing On Roof

The following systematic guide will conduct you through the installation of pipe roof flashing to ensure maximum protection.

Install pipe flashing on roof.

1 remove nails holding down shingles above the pip. If you do not wish to form your own corner flashing you can buy pre bent pieces and cut them to size or use a piece of corrugated aluminum which is easier to bend. Be sure to clean the outside of the pipe from old caulk that could be in the way of the flashing. After screwing it down securely do another bead of silicone around the edge also put some silicone on all the screws as well.

Installing a new shingles on your roof is not a complex project. How to install flashing around a vent pipe five steps to replace a vent pipe flashing 1. The use of the correct sized vent boot as flashing will help to ensure a watertight seal. Vent pipes vary in size.

Roof shingle over step flashing. Step 1 choose the material flashings are available in a variety of materials. However in order to ensure that the roof is watertight it is important that the shingles and flashing are installed properly around a vent pipe or drain stack. I like to put a bead if silicone around the base of the flashing as well.

Bend the corner flashing tightly around the corner. Copper is the best choice in terms of durability but is one of the most expensive of materials and also difficult to install. Step flashing on roof peak. Remove the old and clean the pipe.

Use your finger or a tool to smooth the silicone around.