The metal or rubber flashing around plumbing vents can deteriorate or rust through over time creating water leaks.
Vent through roof flashing.
Is there a consensus that running the duct through studs creates no more chance of fire than running u through the roof.
Remove one or two shingles above the vent flashing then pry out the vent being careful not to damage the shingles.
The edge of the roof has thin metal flashing that helps water drip off the roof without damaging the home or causing a leak.
Vent pipes penetrate all the way through the roof in several locations of the house and each one needs to be maintained to keep water out.
From up on the roof use a jigsaw or reciprocating saw to cut a 4 in.
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A dryer vent pipe with a fire inside it sitting on a concrete slab is probably not going to burn down the house.
Open valleys have metal flashing to protect this critical area of the roof.
Leave the drill bit sticking through the roof so you can find the hole.
Start in the attic and drill a hole through the roof in the desired vent location.
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While some skylight manufacturers include flashing in their products sometimes roofing professionals have to create it or purchase it separately.
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If it s inside a wall touching wood framing members then it probably will.
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Try to keep it close to the fan location.
Here s how to replace the flashing and stop the leaks.
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Vent pipe leaks during heavy rain can occur if you have cracks in your vent pipe boot or flashing.
