How to install flashing around a vent pipe five steps to replace a vent pipe flashing 1.
Install pipe flashing on roof.
Carefully remove all the shingles from the flashing.
The following systematic guide will conduct you through the installation of pipe roof flashing to ensure maximum protection.
Installing a new shingles on your roof is not a complex project.
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.
Use your finger or a tool to smooth the silicone around.
Be sure to clean the outside of the pipe from old caulk that could be in the way of the flashing.
Use your feet to flatten the flashing down over the contour of the roof.
I like to put a bead if silicone around the base of the flashing as well.
Vent pipes vary in size.
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.
Copper aluminum lead stainless steel zinc etc.
The use of the correct sized vent boot as flashing will help to ensure a watertight seal.
Remove the old and clean the pipe.
Step flashing on roof peak.
After screwing it down securely do another bead of silicone around the edge also put some silicone on all the screws 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.