Flashing Above Roof Behind Brick

And 3 cap the block with membrane overlapping the first two pieces and bridging the gap between the block and the wall sheathing.

Flashing above roof behind brick.

Choose the appropriate flashing size. 1 run membrane down the side of the block and onto the roof underlayment. 2 fold a vertical strip into the inside corner extending it above the top of the block so that the next layer of flashing will cover it shingle style. Continue reading below our video of the day step 1 choose what kind of metal flashing you need.

Usually 8 inch flashing will work but any size will work well. The flashing extends onto the roof a minimum of 2 inches 4 inches is preferable in more severe climate areas. How to install metal roof flashing against brick step 1. Install the flashing before you finish the top of the brick wall as the flashing must go behind the siding as well as behind and under the top row of bricks that angle outward to cover the top.

Metal roof flashing is a galvanized sheet metal bent at right angles with about eight to 12 inches on each side of the angle. Install base flashing under shingles or over metal roofing material. The flashing extends up the wall at least 4. Flashing joints are lapped 6 in the direction of water flow.

The metal flashing is formed with a hook edge and cleated on 12 centers.