How do I fix a roof leak around a vent pipe?
Most vent-pipe leaks come from the rubber boot around the pipe cracking in the sun. A roofer replaces the boot, or adds a new one over it, and reseals the shingles around it.
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Answered by RingaRoofer · Roof leaks
Most vent-pipe leaks come from the rubber boot around the pipe cracking in the sun. A roofer replaces the boot, or adds a new one over it, and reseals the shingles around it.
What to know
- Look for a cracked or split rubber collar around the pipe.
- Check the attic for water running down the pipe.
- Pipe boots are a routine repair for a roofer.
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