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Install Skylift Post and Support Blocking

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Learn how to install a skylift roof riser and how to install a pipe boot flashing ๐Ÿ’ช #roofing #learn

What happens here

Insert the skylift post (the pipe component) through the newly created opening in the roof decking. It should rest on the roof surface. Take the piece of decking that was just cut out and use a drill with a hole saw attachment to cut a circular hole in its center, sized to fit snugly around the skylift post. Then, install blocking (smaller pieces of wood) around the skylift post from underneath, securing them to the roof decking with an impact driver and appropriate screws. This blocking provides additional support and a surface for the decking. Finally, reinstall the decking piece with the circular hole, fitting it around the skylift post.

Goal: Securely install the skylift post and reinforce the roof opening with blocking.

Tools and materials

  • Blocking โ€” Reinforcing the roof opening around the post, Drill Milwaukee
  • Screws โ€” Securing the blocking to the roof decking

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Now I mark my initial hole. From our center [snorts] mark, we'll draw a 12 by 12 square. Remove decking and install skylift on top plate. Adjust it where you need, screw it down. Drill out the center of your decking and screw in some blocking. Now all sides has blocking and you can reinstall your decking. Install your bottom rows of shingles and cut around the pipe. Install your pipe boot.

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