Proper Roof Flashing Techniques

Always check the roof flashing and the condition of the shingles whenever you clean your gutters.

Proper roof flashing techniques. Proper roof wall flashing example. This article will focus on the proper flashing techniques used when installing flanged windows on the job site. A proper valley installation is a critical component of any roof ensuring the long term protection of this vulnerable area. Beyond the dormer and cut the top section along the dormer edge.

Flap to bend around the front of the dormer. That lip is then set into a reglet or groove in this case cut into the mortar joint of the brick wall above. Roof to wall and deck to wall flashing www fema gov technical fact sheet no. While some skylight manufacturers include flashing in their products sometimes roofing professionals have to create it or purchase it separately.

Run the base flashing 4 to 5 in. Nail along its upper edge. Add shingles and additional step. That being said here are a couple of flashing tips that even an inexperienced homeowner should make note of.

Above the flashing lip the groove is sealed with mortar or with a sealant. Open valleys have metal flashing to protect this critical area of the roof. This article discusses best roofing practices for the installation of asphalt roof shingles including installation temperature shingle sealing methods shingle course offsets asphalt shingle nailing location and specifications low slope and steep slope limits for asphalt shingles and roof flashing at building eaves and around skylights. In fact following a few basic installation procedures will typically achieve a reliable installation.

Bend the flap down and nail along the top edge. The best way to learn proper flashing techniques is to spend time with an experienced craftsman as he installs a complete roof. Notch the first step flashing leaving a 1 in. Proper valley flashing installation isn t difficult to achieve.

Window flashing tapes have come a long way from their origin as mechanically attached siliconized paper membranes used in the 1970s. Iko s recommendation is to install laminated shingles or architectural shingles using the open valley method for best roof performance. To emphasize the importance of proper roof and deck flashing and to provide typical and enhanced flashing techniques for coastal homes. 23 roof to wall and deck to wall flashing home builder s guide to coastal construction page 1 of 3 purpose.