Metal Roof Chimney Cricket Flashing

A well flashed joint with a cricket from riverside is key in avoiding any problems.

Metal roof chimney cricket flashing.

The roof cricket is normally the same pitch as the rest of the roof but not always. Panels above the chimney should be removed. A do it yourself video detailing step by step how to flash a chimney with our metal roofing chimney kit. The front back and side flashing metal.

Chimney flashing kits are normally composed by 3 parts. The roofing the cricket valley and the chimney base flashing all come together at the chimney corners and must overlap in the proper order. How to properly install a metal cricket on a standing seam roof. Cut two opposing 45 degree notches into z closure to allow a 90 degree bend.

Roof crickets can be covered with metal flashing or with the same material as the. This is our third episode in our series on metal roofing involving chimney flashing. Bend legs up the chimney sides about 1 inch. First fasten the lower sheet of roofing in place alongside the chimney then install the base flashings at the bottom and sides of the chimney.

Chimney flashing installation video by vicwest. This way you can get the precise fit fr your chimney or skylight every time. Roof crickets are found on the high side of a chimney or when one roof meets another. The video features union s advantage lok ii standing seam roofing panel which is.

Trim panels to fit around the chimney. Crickets are the whimsical term for little mini roofs that prevent ice and water buildups on the uphill side of a chimney. A roof cricket is a ridge structure designed to divert water on a roof. The junction between a roof and a chimney or skylight is one of the most prone to leak in a roof.

The following video explain various installation steps of vicwest metal roofing with exposed fasteners for ul. Kits made from copper lead coated copper freedom gray and tcsii are always soldered while aluminum parts are riveted and can be sealed before installation. The front and back are custom fabricated to order for an exact fit.