Installing Flue Pipe Through Roof

When passing through the roof you need to use a flashing that matches the roof pitch.

Installing flue pipe through roof.

The chimney must extend at least 3 feet above the highest point where it passes through the roof and be at least 2 foot higher than any part of the building within a horizontal distance of 10 feet figure 2. All chimneys must extend 3 feet above the roof surface and 2 feet higher than any part of the building within 10 feet. The rubber boot is trimmed to fit around the pipe and then secured to the roof with screws and sealant. The insulated chimney pipe is stacked until it reaches the required height.

Cut a framing hole at least 10 inches in diameter with a jigsaw tool. The chimney pipe must protrude through the roof a minimum of 2 feet and it must be at least 10 feet away from the roof line. You should weatherproof the roof opening with an insulated storm collar and roof flashing. The termination cap is installed above this point.

While you re still on the roof attach the storm collar to the chimney pipe. A flue pipe must never pass through a combustible floor or ceiling or through an attic roof space closet or concealed space. Wood stove pipe flashing is incredibly important to protect both your stove and your roof. Chimney pipes on metal roofs must be flashed in order to create a watertight seal around the pipe and prevent leaks through the roof.

450 mm 18 in. Check the area where you will install the flue pipe. This should be done before installing the roofing material as well. Safe and efficient chimney installation depends on the materials of your roof.

The flashing can be installed quickly and easily with kits that use rubber pipe boots. When installing a wood stove at home it s important to think about the chimney. Pull away insulation or install an insulation shield to keep the area clear around the pipe. Minimum clearance from combustible material.

Determine the number of chimney pipe lengths required. There are a few different types of flashing. The minimum clearance may be reduced by 50 percent to 225 mm 9 in if suitable shielding is installed either on the pipe or on the combustible surface.