How should I install a vent in my roof?

Question

I'm installing the basic vents. Should I drill a pilot hole first from inside the attic? How should you go about taking the shingles off, anything to be careful of? Thanks, just wanna make sure I do it right the first time.

Answer 1

you can drill a hole or drive a nail........I started using my nail gun...........I use a jig saw or sawsall.......as far as the shingles go.......cut the hole first just a little big.......and lay the flashing right there and look at it.......that will tell you how to cut and slide under the roofing......you need to get down at least one layer, sometimes two.......then caulk or tar around back and anything that is obvious......good luck take your time.....till you get the idea...........after that it  will go quick......nite

Answer 2

saws all ? don't push the shingles up when you drill,let the drill cut them.and the saw maybe s***w a piece of plywood from the center over them.then make your cuts form the out side After you drill,starting holes.so it lines up between rafters and not on.