Flashing Around Chimney Tile Roof

Materials required 26 gauge galvanized sheet steel for prefabricated pieces drive in expanding anchors galvanized coil stock galvanized front base flashing galvanized step flashing polyurethane caulk self adhering roofing membrane ice and water barrier.

Flashing around chimney tile roof.

Damaged or improperly installed roof flashing especially around the chimney or dormer is one of the most common causes of roof leaks. Flashing a wood framed chimney is like flashing a dormer except there s no roof behind it to direct uphill water away without protection water can leak into the joint and rot your walls. To achieve this level of protection around a chimney you will need metal flashing at least 9 inches wide. Create a pan effect with the flashing folding it to extend 2 inches under the clay tiles.

Place the step flashing over the caulk and onto the chimney. In order to effectively repair the flashing must be replaced. According to the federal emergency management agency fema improper roof flashing could lead to wood rot and even deck collapse. West coast roofer shows a tile roof tune up done on a roof in aliso viejo ca.

The proper way to install all counterflashing is the cut in method or to cut a groove into the masonry surface. Flashing is the last defensive stop before water penetration. Place a second piece of 8 inch 20 3 cm flashing against the chimney. The flashing should partially overlap the shingle that covers the first piece of flashing.

By climbing on the roof money can be saved on calling a roofer. So chances are if you ve been looking into your roof and its flashing you have questions. Roofing and roof repair 101 is a video series showing you tips and tricks. Install an aluminum sublayer around the chimney or vent and have the flashing extend 6 inches up the sides of the chimney.

Hammer 2 roofing nails into the flashing and roof. Renew flashing seals by chipping out the old mortar and caulking along the edges of the flashing. Secure a shingle over the corner flashing using a hammer and roofing nail. The chimney and roof are exposed to all the elements and a lot of wear and tear occurs over time.