How To Flash A Chimney On A Shingle Roof

Bend legs up the chimney sides about 1 inch.

How to flash a chimney on a shingle roof.

Nail it to the roof along the top edge. Cut two opposing 45 degree notches into z closure to allow a 90 degree bend. In most cases it is essential to use a skilled craftsman to wrap a layer of the rubber material into a step flashing and then counter flash with aluminum or copper. Panels above the chimney should be removed.

The flashing should partially overlap the shingle that covers the first piece of flashing. A do it yourself video detailing step by step how to flash a chimney with our metal roofing chimney kit. Secure a shingle over the corner flashing using a hammer and roofing nail. Slide the prebent and soldered chimney saddle into place behind the chimney.

Secure a shingle over the second piece of flashing with a nail. Flashing the area of a chimney with a rubber roof system is very tricky. Apply butyl tape to the underside of the closure. Fold closure 90 degrees and.

Galvanized roofing nails about every 6 in. Seal the sides of the chimney with prebent pieces of step flashing under each course of shingles photos 4 and 5. It is a time consuming process. Place a second piece of 8 inch 20 3 cm flashing against the chimney.

Along the edges or closer if necessary to flatten the metal.