Pipe Jacks That Go Into The Attic

Poke the vent pipe up through the rubber flange.

Pipe jacks that go into the attic.

Our strong steel design provides maximum leak protection with a press sealed built in roof flashing. There are pipe boots installed on plumbing vent pipes that penetrate through roofs. Roof jacks fit over plumbing vent pipes that protrude through the roof to keep them from leaking. If you have squirrels in your area there is a good chance the lead roof jacks on your home need to be replaced.

This is true whether the roof is sloped or flat but the type of pipe boot depends on the type of roof. Rather than rip out my interior to put new pex pipes in i ran two 3 4 inch pex risers up inside my chimney chase from the basement all the way to the attic. Without proper venting flowing water creates negative pressure. The lower half of the jack rests on top of shingles.

To anchor the jack lift up some shingles and drive roofing nails. Oatey 1 1 2 in to 3 in x 15 in plastic vent and pipe flashing. Aluminum base vent pipe flashing with adjustable rubber collar in black. You may need to cut some roofing shingles back.

No matter the type is a pipe boot becomes weathered or damaged a roof leak can occur. Gibraltar building products 1 4 in. If any nails are not covered by shingles cover the heads with roofing cement. For pricing and availability.

Oatey retro master roof flashing 1 4 in to 4 in x 8 in epdm rubber vent and pipe flashing. The vent stack is the pipe leading to the main roof vent. It is a vertical pipe attached to a drain line and runs through the roof of your home. Slip the jack under the roof shingles at its upper half.

It also allows fresh air into the plumbing system to help water flow smoothly through the drain pipes however no water runs through the plumbing vent pipe. Venting is required in a plumbing drain system to maintain atmospheric pressure in the pipes. There is also the possibility that the vent pipe can become clogged by leaves debris animals ice or snow allowing for the possibility of gases and odors to enter your building. Roof jacks are used to receive and cover venting duct pipe from kitchen and bath fans and for attic ventilation.

Tying in to a plumbing vent stack.