Pipe Jacks That Go Into The Attic

The lower half of the jack rests on top of shingles.

Pipe jacks that go into the attic.

The vent stack is the pipe leading to the main roof vent. Oatey 1 1 2 in to 3 in x 15 in plastic vent and pipe flashing. To anchor the jack lift up some shingles and drive roofing nails. 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.

Squirrels can damage the jacks by chewing on the soft lead covering to sharpen their teeth. 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. From there i located the top wall plates and dropped half inch lines off the 3 4 down into the walls for the bathrooms.

Slip the jack under the roof shingles at its upper half. Roof jacks fit over plumbing vent pipes that protrude through the roof to keep them from leaking. Vent caps provide protection from rain snow and debris. If you have squirrels in your area there is a good chance the lead roof jacks on your home need to be replaced.

It is a vertical pipe attached to a drain line and runs through the roof of your home. 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. Aluminum base vent pipe flashing with adjustable rubber collar in black.

Venting is required in a plumbing drain system to maintain atmospheric pressure in the pipes. You may need to cut some roofing shingles back. Oatey retro master roof flashing 1 4 in to 4 in x 8 in epdm rubber vent and pipe flashing. 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.

This is true whether the roof is sloped or flat but the type of pipe boot depends on the type of roof. If any nails are not covered by shingles cover the heads with roofing cement. No matter the type is a pipe boot becomes weathered or damaged a roof leak can occur. For pricing and availability.

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.