How To Roof Mount A Wind Vane

Use a bracket to mount a weathervane externally only when it is impossible to embed a post.

How to roof mount a wind vane.

In this case keep the weathervane s post as short as possible to prevent it from tilting which will prevent proper rotation. You will most likely wind up with some damage. Aa statuary weathervane co. On the roof with your power drill drill a vertical hole directly into the ridge point of the roof.

This is our most often used and recommended mounting. As a general rule roof mounted weathervanes tend to be larger in size than those mounted closer to the ground. Home weathervane. Different types of stainless steel v brackets offered with west coast weather vanes.

This is the beam into which you will need to drill to mount the brass rod. Installing a weathervane using a v shaped mounting. L x 18 in. Includes an assembly rod solid brass 18 in.

Roof finials roof caps. It s a matter of preference but decide beforehand. Use stainless steel hardware whenever possible as painted steel hardware requires periodic maintenance. Hopefully you now understand why you need to do one of two things when it.

Most garden weathervanes are designed to be mounted on a post and stuck into the ground. Cupolas weather vanes parts open 8am 9pm 1 877 782 8837. A 401al roof mount is recommended to mount your weathervane to your rooftop sold separately. The mounting tube was 12 tall with one set screw to pinch the stainless steel rod shown in this photo in place.

Once you ve identified a location on the roof locate your rafters. Make sure the drill bit is no larger than the brass rod. Weathervane mount cover adjustable roof mount. L x 36 in.

Weathervanes are easy to assemble and install. H x 2 in. H x 15 in. Aa statuary weathervane co.

Find roof mount weathervanes at lowe s today. Identify and agree to the location of the weathervane before you install it. L directional and copper globes. A custom bracket like this would need to be fabricated locally and custom fit to the roof.

You can mount your new weathervane with a large variety of mounting or display options for both indoor and outdoor use. Go into your attic and find the ridgepole the horizontal beam that runs the length of the roof s ridge. Some people install them in the middle of their roofs other people install them toward the left or right third of the roof. B mounting a weather vane or finial in a cupola tower turret steeple or gazebo with a headblock or on a ridge with a ridgepole.

The figure only size is 19 in. Prepare your roof with this headblock and brace system built in for an easy and secure mount.