Prepare Roof for Pipe Boot (Shingle Removal)

What happens here

Place the pipe boot (the base of the roof support) on the shingled roof mock-up to determine which shingles will be affected. Using a shingle bar, carefully separate the tar seals that bond the shingles together. The presenter demonstrates how new shingles don't stick until heated, showing a torch melting the tar to bond shingles. Once separated, use the shingle bar and a nail puller to remove any nails holding the affected shingles. Be aware that some shingles might have two rows of nails that need removal.

Goal: Carefully remove the necessary shingles to prepare for the pipe boot installation without damaging surrounding shingles.