Roof Problems · For homeowners
Cracked Pipe Boots: A Small Part, A Common Leak
Pipe boots are rubber collars around plumbing vents. Sun makes them crack, and water runs down the pipe.
Signs
A stain near a bathroom or kitchen ceiling, or wet insulation around a vent pipe in the attic.
Fix
The old boot is removed and a new one is slid over the pipe and tucked under the shingles above.
Longer-lasting options
Some boots use metal or silicone that holds up better in heat.
Common questions
- Is it a big job?
- Usually it is a small repair.
- Should all boots be replaced at once?
- If one has cracked from age, others may be close.