Inspection Find: Missing Vent Boot

Roof penetration with a proper vent boot.

During a recent home inspection in Decatur, Gresham Park neighborhood, I came across this exact issue. Take a look at the photo below:

Missing vent boot for penetration. This will allow water into the attic.

What Is a Missing Vent Boot?

A missing vent boot is a not so common issue found during professional home inspections. In plain terms, it occurs when someone installs a roof penetration without a vent boot.

What Causes a Roof Vent to Be Missed?

This specific defect is typically the result of:

• Hiring a non-professional

  
  

  Is It Fixable?

Severity Rating: Minor

Yes, this issue is fixable, but it should not be tackled as a weekend DIY project. To properly resolve this and ensure safety compliance, you will need to partner with a licensed roofing contractor. They will typically correct this condition by installing the vent boot properly to ensure water runoff does not get under the shingles or inside your attic.

How to Prevent It?

To protect your property investment and prevent this issue from developing in your own home, ensure you follow these steps:

1. Hire a qualified professional for any job.

   
   

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