Nail Roof Flashing

4 inches should go up the house wall and 4 inches should go on top of the porch roof shingles.

Nail roof flashing.

If shingles get lifted or torn from high winds the damaged shingle exposes. Roof nail leaks can happen when roof nails have been loosened slightly from high winds or have simply pulled out over time. Use the metal break tool to bend the flashing lengthwise in the middle according to the angle of the roof joint. Renew flashing seals by chipping out old caulking and mortar along the edges of the flashing.

It s much easier to reseal the flashing than it is to patch a water stained wall or ceiling. Step 6 make a 10 degree bend on the shingle edge of the flashing approximately 1 2 inch from the edge. These solid copper nails are the type recommended for use with many major brands of tile and slate roofing and are the most compatible nails for use with copper flashing the full 3 8 head gives good bearing pressure on roofing and flashing material. Fasten loose nails and cover exposed nail heads with roofing cement.

Bend it back so that it overlaps the corner flashing. Re shingle roof valleys install ice and water shield under shingles or install metal roof flashing and re shingle the valley. Hammer one nail to the. Nail it in place with two nails one.

Then set the piece down. Ensure it sits flat and extends at least 8 inches above the shingles. Diamond point makes driving easy. Ring shank holds tight.