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From durable shingles to chimney flashing, every component of your roof works together to keep you safe and dry. Flashing protects homes and families by preventing leaks and reinforcing stability. Check out the guide below to learn more about this key element of your roof.

What Is Flashing?

Flashing is a thin layer of metal applied to specific areas of a roof to prevent water damage and mold growth. It’s made from moisture-resistant metal, typically aluminum, lead, or galvanized steel. Without a properly sealed roof, your home is susceptible to weather damage. Flashing is specifically engineered to keep moisture out.

Types of Roof Flashing

Apron Flashing

Also known as continuous flashing, roofers use apron flashing where an angled roof meets a wall. It’s a long, single piece of metal placed over the roof bend, forcing water to run onto the shingles below. Apron flashing typically has built-in joints that allow it to expand and contract with changing temperatures.

Chimney Flashing

chimney flashingTo protect the roof around a chimney, a mix of flashing types are needed. The front part of the chimney requires apron flashing around the base of the chimney stack. The sides require step flashing—right-angled pieces that waterproof a roof where it meets a chimney’s side walls. Saddle flashing positioned over a joist keeps the entire chimney sealed from water.

Valley Flashing

Roofers install valley flashing where two sloping sections of a roof meet. It helps direct water down into a nearby gutter protecting vulnerable folds in a roof from potential water damage.

 

If you need chimney flashing or other protective roofing components, contact the professionals at Ford & Son Roofing. Located in Cincinnati, OH, their experienced contractors have been serving the community since 1945. From roof replacement and repairs to gutter guards and flashing installation, they get the job done right every time. Visit their website for more information about their services, or call (513) 231-1600 to request a free estimate today.

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