Roof Cowl Installation

Step 3 install chimney cowl.

Roof cowl installation.

The vhe roof cowl can be used for air intake and ejection in both industrial and residential buildings. The cowl will normally be fitted to the upstand by a roofing contractor or builder. Extract roof cowls are fitted with a protection. These fittings are for use with smaller service penetrations such as cables and smaller flexible pipes.

Roof cowls for the extraction supply of air are made of galvanized steel sheet as a standard. To solve this issue simply remove the cowl and clean it when necessary. It is possible for leaves and other debris to collect along the outside screen which will reduce draft inside your chimney. Have an assistant hold the ladder while you climb it.

Never set up a ladder with its feet at different heights. Our range of roof cowl kits allow for extraction of air via the roof. If you are using an inside mount cowl on a tile flue caulk it into place with silicone sealant. See below for dimensions and method of mounting.

Overall chimney cowl installation. It is suitable for connection to spiral duct soil pipe and flexible duct from 125 to 250mm diameter. Complete roofing to one course below the position for the slate vent. Cowl kits are available in a wide range of sizes from 100mm up to 200mm.

The product is available on request with a female connection and or made from stainless steel or aluminium sheet. The unitex roof cowl system greatly simplifies the roof termination of mechanical ventilation systems. These cowls and roof fans are designed for either kerb or purlin box mounting on a flat or inclined roof. The cowl can be fitted without shutters on a 0 60 degree pitched roof with its longer side running down the roof slope.

The device is easy to install just make sure you purchase a size that properly fits your flue. If you are using an inside mount cowl on a metal flue do not use the sealant. Vhe roof cowl are made of galvanised sheet metal the inlet is protected with steel mesh. The cowl can be fitted with its longer side running across a slope of less than 85 degrees from the horizontal.

Roof cowls to suit both vsr esr roof fans. They can be purchased for either a tiled or metal roof and include all the parts you need to install the roof mounted vent easily. All have removeable weathering cowls to facilitate ease of use and the ability to add services at a later date all can be used with virtually any roof covering material and are capable of being fitted to existing roofs. If the fan inlet is less than 2 3m high a suitable guard must be fitted.

Cowl or roofline vents for slate roof. If the roof is sharply sloped or the chimney is very high consider hiring a professional. Hold vent in position as centrally as possible between the rafters and mark where the vent spigot touches the underlay.