How To Install A Cupola On A Pitched Roof

Standard cupola installation guide.

How to install a cupola on a pitched roof.

A sturdy ladder to begin installing your cupola and weathervane. Please read installation guide thoroughly before starting. Make sure that the tool is centered. The pitch tool will serve as a cutting template.

Use an angle finder to measure the pitch of your hinge tool then position it against the cupola base. Make sure that this position is easy to reach by ladder and where the cupola will be supported by enough roof beams. Scribe the roof pitch on the cupola. Form a pattern by marking the boards then trace that pattern on the base of your cupola.

Step 1 measure the area begin by measuring out the area on your pitched roof where you want the cupola to go. Cut the cupola base to match your roof s pitch the base of your cupola comes square. Since roofs have all different pitch angles the manufacturer leaves it up to the installer that s you to cut it down to size. Determine your roof pitch screw two boards together so they pivot.

All you need are two boards and a screw. 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. Using a pencil or marker draw on the pitch tool to mark the angle that will be used to determine the edge of the cupola base. Place the roof pitch tool flat against the cut of the roof ridge.

Mark the centerline on the cupola and align the angle finder. There s a great video of how to install a cupola on a pitched roof.