Mechanical Roof Penetrations

Common Mechanical Roof Penetrations

• Curbs: The support for your mechanical unit(s). From large to small, wood to metal, we can install the right curb needed for your roof.
• Cones: Used to allow pipe and mechanical penetrations to exit the building through the roof system. Cones provide flexibility, which allows you to wrap around a wide range of items.
• Pitch Pans: Where typical meets atypical, a pitch pan may be needed – they’re used for irregular roof penetrations. During installation, a special sealer is used to encase your penetration to the roof system, providing moisture protection.
• Sleepers: Also known as skids, sleepers are used in various mechanical installations to give your roof an added layer of protection. They carry the weight load from bar joists and keep mechanical items from sitting directly on the roof system.
• Pipe Chase: Or pipe box or dog house – they have many names but perform the same function: form a finished space to house or conceal pipe and/or mechanical items. Adding a pipe chase helps reduce leaks and corrosion at connections.
• Vent Pipes: Also known as a plumber’s jack, this is installed to allow pressure to release from the plumbing drains. We can install pipes in areas where ventilation is most effective.
• Roof Hatches: A roof hatch will allow you access to your roof system. For a new hatch or a replacement hatch, we offer a variety of shapes and sizes depending on your roof needs.