Flashing A Brick Chimney On A Metal Roof

Chimney flashing kits are normally composed by 3 parts.

Flashing a brick chimney on a metal roof.

This chimney also has issues with deteriorating brick as evidenced by the fragments of spalling brick lying on the roof. Fold closure 90 degrees and. Place the step flashing over the caulk and onto the chimney. The front and back are custom fabricated to order for an exact fit.

Hammer 2 roofing nails into the flashing and roof. Cut two opposing 45 degree notches into z closure to allow a 90 degree bend. A do it yourself video detailing step by step how to flash a chimney with our metal roofing chimney kit. Chimney flashing can allow roof leaks in the transition area between the chimney and the roofing materials.

Bend legs up the chimney sides about 1 inch. Apply butyl tape to the underside of the closure. If this is the case the chimney may simply need a chimney cap. Trim panels to fit around the chimney.

Secure a shingle over the corner flashing using a hammer and roofing nail. Place a second piece of 8 inch 20 3 cm flashing against the chimney. It comes in 10 foot lengths or for step flashing 6 inch lengths. The front back and side flashing metal.

Kits made from copper lead coated copper freedom gray and tcsii are always soldered while aluminum parts are riveted and can be sealed before installation. Panels above the chimney should be removed. It is used to seal the gap between walls and intersecting roofs.