Roof Cupola Installation

Set the cupola in place on the roof.

Roof cupola installation.

Cut and frame opening to 2 1 2 above roof deck. Please read installation guide thoroughly before starting. Set cupola over curb. Download autocad file next style.

All you need are two boards and a screw. How to install a decorative cupola. Available with windows or louvers. Standard cupola installation guide.

Line up the pivot point of the template with the center line and make sure the corners of the template meet with both. There s a great video of how to install a cupola on a pitched roof. A sturdy ladder to begin installing your cupola and weathervane. Using the screws that came with your cupola screw the base and body together.

First step is to determine the cupola location. Form a pattern by marking the boards then trace that pattern on the base of your cupola. Fasten the cupola to the roof with 10 or 12 wood screws of sufficient length to penetrate the roof boards. Trace a line along both inner sides of the.

If the roof is longer than your tape measure pull two tape measures from opposite ends and determine where the centers of the two opposing tapes meet. Using the same method used on the body. Determine your roof pitch screw two boards together so they pivot. Line the mid section body of the cupola with the pre drilled holes that can be found in the base and the body.

Attach with fasteners provided. Install base flashing provided. After you ve secured the body you are ready to add the roof top of the cupola. Straddle the roof with each board as shown making sure each side is flat against the roof and the center is at the center of the peak.

Measure and mark the center of where the cupola will be installed. Be sure that it is sitting level. Includes insect screen of compatible material on louver model.