Bend a piece of cap flashing to fit around the top corner of the chimney and add the cap flashing across the back of the chimney.
Schimney roof counter flashing.
Counterflashing will cover the tops of the step flashing.
The installation of counter flashing against a chimney works together with the base and step flashing to form a waterproof system for your roof.
Counter flashing provides an added measure of protection.
Cap flashings should be fastened to the chimney only.
Press the flashing into the urethane to achieve a positive seal.
Flashing refers to the metal barrier installed where the roof meets any vertical wall including chimneys and dormers.
It involves two pieces of flashing.
Base flashing step flashing and counter flashing.
Three types of flashing are typically used on each roof.
The second piece the counter flashing is embedded into the masonry of the chimney.
Flashing directs rainwater away from these junctions preventing subsequent leaks and water damage.
For extra protection run a bead of urethane between the step flashing and the chimney.
Step 1 cut the mortar joint.
All you need to complete this project are a few tools and a little know how.
Pound the flashing into the grooves and fasten with the drive in expanding anchors.
The first base flashing sits around the bottom of the chimney.
A piece of metal that is sealed to the chimney surface and covering the top of the step flashing to form a water tight barrier by directing water over and away from the step flashing.
This chimney flashing kit provides protection from water infiltration around a chimney.
Counter flashing is often used to flash chimneys.
Not only will it prevent leaks but it will also extend the life of your chimney s masonry.
As you roof along a chimney alternate shingles and l shaped pieces of step flashing.
Cut the side cap flashing to fit the angle of the roof so it overlaps each lower cap flashing at least 2 in.
Counter flashing counter flashing is placed over the step flashing parallel to the chimney.
Properly flashing a chimney is important to prevent water from leaking between the chimney and roof and getting into the building s walls.
In good quality work the top is bent and set 1 to 11 2 inches into a mortar joint reglet.
This kit can be used for new construction or reroofing applications by a professional or do it yourself installer.
