How to easily close the gap between the flue pipe and the roof.

The gap between the pipe and the roof chimney always formed. it due to process technology and that's why.

To withdraw the tube onto the roof in covering the roof opening of larger diameter is sawed. In place of the pipe passage on the roof inevitably there is a crack.

If it is not isolated, then under the roofing material penetrate precipitation (rain, snow).

As a result, rafters begin to rot, the insulation gets wet, and as a consequence, reduced service life of the roof.

Therefore, even if the gap turned out minimum,must be sure to place the joint closed.

Especially because Now it can be done quickly and easily by hand. How? Consider the following.

There are many different ways to close the gap between the flue pipe and the roof.

We will focus on the simplest and most popular method today. In order to reliably seal the gap will use Master Flash.

The first step set a ladder on the roof next to the pipe, climb and measure the diameter of the pipe. In the presence of the cap on the tube dismantle it.

Flash Master has a pyramid of rings where each ring represents a specific pipe diameters.

Using stationery knife make an incision in the annulus of the desired diameter and remove the excess portion.

Important! To ensure reliable sealing slot cut out by the diameter of the ring on the master flash must be less than the diameter of the pipe 20 percent.

After the hole ready Flash Master put on the pipe and with an effort to omit the roof level.

With the help of a hammer or mallet handles Master Flash rattlesThat it took the shape of the profile of the roof.

Then, under its base Apply waterproof sealant and pressed against the roof.

Remains only fix the Master Flash using roofing screws to the roof, and the gap is closed.