How To Cut Metal Roofing For Vents

Using the tape measure determine the size of the cut into the roof that will be necessary to insert the vent into the space.

How to cut metal roofing for vents.

Gable vents are the best choice for homeowners who don t want a penetrating vent. The idea of cutting through the metal to install an exhaust vent typically meets with frowns and resistance. The metal sheets used to form the roof need to be cut to fit your roof before you can install them but fortunately this is easy to do with a few different tools. Make sure to stay on the line and cut out the hole for the vent one side at a time.

In this video i cover installing a roof boot for a vent pipe in a metal roof. Measure the body of the vent. With the front part of the saw pointed towards the metal easily cut into the metal until the saw is resting flat. When determining the placement of the roof vents measure the vent housing and mark off the space on the roof.

For making the cut you will use a skill saw with a metal cutting blade. Allow space for the edge of the vent opening where it will rest on the roof. A roof vent installation kit will provide everything you need to vent your roof in one convenient package. Remember to allow for the lip on the vent mechanism that will fit over the opening and rest on the surface of the roof.

The metal i m using is called crinkle black i purchased all my materials at h. Measure and make note of the location of roof vents chimneys and other areas that will require. Use tin snips or shears to cut lengths by hand. Record those measurements on a notepad.

If you need a new roof metal is a good option for something durable that also looks unique. Cut hole for vent. No matter which cutting tool you use planning your cuts is by far the best way to cut tin roofing.