In this video we explain how to properly flash a chimney or wall to keep water from running down outside walls or rotting siding.
Chimney kickout flashing gutters.
Below the gutter in the picture at left water running down between the chimney and gutter s end is damaging the wood trim below.
Kickout flashing also known as diverter flashing is a special type of flashing that diverts rainwater away from the cladding and into the gutter.
A kick out flashing is need at this location to direct the water into the gutter.
Ideally the water will run into a gutter.
You will then have to run caulk and place the back of the flashing over the caulk.
Here s how to install kickout and step flashing.
Place the first piece of step flashing over the end of the starter strip ensuring it leads directly into the kickout flashing.
A kickout flashing is need at this location to direct the water into the gutter.
Step 2 install flashing.
Briefly remove the piece and apply roofing cement where it will sit.
Bend the kickout flashing so that water will run away from the wall.
When installed properly they provide excellent protection against the penetration of water into the building envelope.
Take the bent flashing and align it with shingles on the roof.
Step 1 bend flashing.