Metal Roof Ridge Cap Vent Foam

How to install ridge cap foam closures on a metal roof for a non vented ridge cap.

Metal roof ridge cap vent foam.

Apply butyl tape sealant at to the inside of the chalk line on both sides of the ridge cap. Custom metal components inc. Our product is called ez vent n closure. A ridge vent is designed to allow air to flow freely from the attic.

In other words it s put on last the cap to the job. Running on top of the roof or ridge metal roof ridge caps join the two adjoining metal roof panels on either side of the roof joint and conceal continuous ridge vent systems. A ridge cap is normally installed only after all metal roof panels and any other trim are in place. Siena brown closure strip cap model ps578 8 08 package 8 08.

Gaf cobra ridge runner 13 4 in x 240 in black plastic roll roof ridge vent. Metal roofing ridge cap is the trim placed along the roof s ridge the peak where two roof slopes meet up. This patented design consists of a low profile continuous vent that is completely concealed by the metal ridge cap that goes on every metal roof. Inside closure strip foam sm rib roof accessory in black 4 pack model 98190 5 88 bag.

Ridge caps are the most important step in enclosing a metal roofing structure. Outside closure strip for shelterguard metal roofing panels 4 bag model 6999231000 6 01 bag. The cv1 ridge vent is a patented single piece screened foam closure that allows hot air to circulate from the inside of your building out through the ridge cap keeping your metal building ventilated and free of damaging condensation. The ridge vent is then covered with a metal ridge cap the purpose of the ridge vent is to create constant air flow along the horizontal ridge of your home.

It s made from a permeable material and is placed on top of the metal roofing panels at the ridge of the roof. Locate the butyl tape so that the ridge fasteners will penetrate at the center of the butyl tape once the ridge cap is in place.