Cut flashing opening to appropriate size for pipe.
How to installing metal roofing around electrical mast.
Ive done countless service upgrades drilling through roofs and mounting the standard flashing but the problem is they have all been shingle roofs.
Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel.
Install a panel from the conduit to the ridge.
Apply two rows of good quality butyl tape or silicone caulk across the full width of the panel.
Apply sealant to underside of base and secure base with roofing nails.
I appreciate any help and advice.
Apply sealant around the top of the electrical mast flashing where it meets the pipe.
My question is how is it recomended or done with an existing power mast.
Steve yes use a dektite retrofit for the electrical conduit.
Place the first screw about 7 inches from the bottom and each subsequent screw about 18 to 24 inches apart along the vertical run.
It has been reroofed once asphalt 3 tab.
I will replace the boots on the plumbing vents and i need to know if the one for the electrical service needs replaced and how to do it and if i use the same type boot.
Apply shingles up to lower edge of electrical mast.
I have 2 plumbing vents and electrical weatherhead thru the roof.
The new mast must run through the roof old one wasnt and the roof is corrugated metal with 7 gaps between ribs.
He ll make a custom lead boot for me every time and install it so it don t leak.
Use caulk on the seams on slopes below 3 12.
What brand of metal are you going to use.
The washer under the screw head should seal to the surface of the panel without bulging or shifting.
I am installing a metal roof over the existing 3 tab shingles.
Wrap flashing around electrical mast and close by crimping stainless steel clips supplied.
It will work fine on any roof slope between 3 12 and up to 10 12.
For flat roof installations the seams should be soldered closed.
I fixed a few things at his house he fixes a few roof penetrations for me.
Hi i am going to lath strip and cover my existing shingles with metal.
When there is a corrugated roof or a ceramic tile roof to deal with i just bring in my bro john the roofer who has an entire sheet metal shop business going on also.
Anyway drill a hole in the panel drop it down over the mast snap and screw it in place install the boot over a bead of sealant screw the boot down and call the poco to come and get you back on the grid.
Secure the screws but do not overtighten.
