How To Flash A Metal Roof Against A Wall

Metal roof flashing can be use to seal gaps between roof walls.

How to flash a metal roof against a wall.

It is commonly used in two story and side split houses. Open valleys have metal flashing to protect this critical area of the roof. Metal roof flashing is a galvanized sheet metal bent at right angles with about eight to 12 inches on each side of the angle. We have our z trim installed and tape seal on top of the z trim so we can install this and.

Even though roof flashing is one of the most important elements of a roof not many people know how to install roof flashing against a wall properly. The video features union s advantage lok ii standing seam roofing panel which is. This video shows how to install endwall flashing with standing seam panels. I fold a piece of metal flashing for the inside corner between the subfascia and the wall.

Long helps it to fold onto the roof sheathing. Before we install the end wall flashing we have to apply tape sealant to the top of the z trim so that there s a water tight barrier between the end wall flashing and the top of the z. The flashing needs to be installed before installing the roof shingles the metal flashing is formed with a hook edge and cleated on 12 centers the flashing extends up the wall at least 4 the flashing extends onto the roof a minimum of 2 inches 4 inches is preferable in more severe climate areas. Install base flashing under shingles or over metal roofing material.

The final thing to do is install the end wall trim. While some skylight manufacturers include flashing in their products sometimes roofing professionals have to create it or purchase it separately. Follow the photo for illustrated instructions. The edge of the roof has thin metal flashing that helps water drip off the roof without damaging the home or causing a leak.

If the roof runs flat up against the brick wall you must install the roof side of the flashing either under the last layer of shingles or over the roof material if it is metal. Flashing is usually made of sheet metal and is used to seal and protect joints in a building like those where a roof meets the brick walls of a chimney from roof leaks by directing the flow of.