Cut and bend a shingle to conform to the shape of the peak of the roof.
How to replace a roof vent cap.
Carefully pry up the shingles around the roof jack using a flat pry bar.
Position an extension ladder at the edge of the roof in line with the rain cap that will be replaced.
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There are a number of key steps you need to take to avoid mucking this part up.
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Slide a new roof jack sized to fit your vent pipe.
Grip the cap with both hands and attempt.
This is an area of the roof which requires extra care and skill.
Loosen and remove the small sheet metal screws that secure the base of the cap to the riser using the appropriate.
Slide the pry bar under the nail head and gently pry the nail.
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To replace a damaged roof vent jack on your home.
You need to gently pry up the overlapping cap shingle next to the cap you want to replace.
Works for any size pipe.
Remove any roofing nails and slide out the shingles.
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Pry up the old jack and remove it by pulling it up over the vent pipe.