Small Roof To Brick Wall Flashing

This is part two of the porch build where i am doing the roof.

Small roof to brick wall flashing.

Sidewall flashing a sidewall is a junction between a wall and a sloped portion of a roof. I show how i construct it showning in detail how to do the lead flashing. Metal roof flashing is a galvanized sheet metal bent at right angles with about eight to 12 inches on each side of the angle. Flashing the connection where a shingled roof and a brick wall meet is complicated.

Proper flashing is crucial at a roof to wall intersection. Metal flashing prevents rain and run off water from seeping into the space between the roof and the wall and causing damage to the framing. Metal flashing against brick metal roof flashing is a galvanized sheet metal that is bent at a 90 degree angle about 8 to 12 inches on each side of the angle. Roof flashing to brick wall.

The horizontal part of the flashing will vary depending on the type of roof covering material. Continue reading below our video of the day step 1 choose what kind of metal flashing you need. The metal flashing is formed with a hook edge and cleated on 12 centers. It is just roofing caulk see that it has a warranty long enough to last the lifetime of your roof.

The flashing extends up the wall at least 4. It is used to seal the gap between walls and intersecting roofs. You can hire a professional to install it against a brick wall or you can do it yourself. The flashing extends onto the roof a minimum of 2 inches 4 inches is preferable in more severe climate areas.

Flashing joints are lapped 6 in the direction of water flow. It comes in 10 foot lengths or for step flashing 6 inch lengths. Ask question asked 6 years 6 months ago.