Sidewall Roof Flashing

Sidewall flashing is applied when the side of the roof butts up against an adjacent wall.

Sidewall roof flashing.

Universal sidewall trim is designed to flash from your metal roof panels to a vertical wall such as a chimney. Flashing joints are lapped 6 in the direction of water flow. Proper installation of flashing and counter flashing at the intersection of a vertical wall with a roof surface is required to avoid roof leaks. Nailing the step flashing into the roof shingles.

Our page top photograph illustrates a successful installation of flashing and counter flashing along intersection of a roof surface with the side of a brick constructed dormer. The universal sidewall trim combined with sealant provides a watertight seal for your roof system. The universal sidewall trim combined with sealant provides a watertight seal for your roof system. Striations and bends on the flashing provide strength and match the lines of your other edge trims.

For counter flashing i cut and bent mine from a roll of 10 valley flashing. The flashing extends up the wall at least 4. Not really a good idea but the previous set up did this i did not. For me the self seal flashing keep my step flashing where i wanted it.

Butyl tape should be applied where the foot of the flashing attaches to the roof. The wall side of the flashing can either be covered over with siding or sealed with caulk. The flashing extends onto the roof a minimum of 2 inches 4 inches is preferable in more severe climate areas.