Boiler Flue Through Pitched Roof

Most modern boilers under 15 years old will have a round flue pipe with boilers older than that often having a square flue.

Boiler flue through pitched roof.

I can t see any issues. Pitched roof 21701 product rating 4 out of 5 stars compare. How far this is will depend on the size of your boiler but is typically between 30 60cm above below or to the side of an opening. Thats brilliant i now know how to proceed.

Boiler flue flashing products are typically used when installing a vertical flue kit through a flat or angled roof as it will provide a weather tight seal to the roof and stop any water leaking into the flue system. In some cases where building types and shapes differ you may have a vertical flue which exits through the roof of your property. Most installers or roofing contractors will use a slate piece or a metal or lead piece that fits onto a flat or pitched roof with a gromit where the flue pipe goes through. It provides sealed protection and helps to protect a home from the elements.

The flashing is angled to stop any water leaking into the flue system. However if a vertical flue is badly fitted then yes you could have a leak on your hands. Especially if it s not sealed properly. You may need an experienced roofing contractor.

As to how it can be directed oot the roof the installation instructions for the make and model of boiler will show all the flue pipe permutations and almost certainly this will include examples to show an upwards diverting elbow with a suitable flue terminal as if the flue were coming through a normal roof. However depending on your type. Muttley sadly i cannot do it that way though i had already considered it. All of our fixed boiler quotes include the flue that you require and any remedial works.

Problem is that i would have to take the pipe not only past the soffit but also past the guttering a further 5 inches or so. Under the boiler flue position regulations the flue has to be positioned a certain distance from any parts of the home that can be opened up such as windows and doors. So if you re considering getting your boiler flue fitted through your roof i ve outlined five of the main considerations to bear in mind.