Standing Seam Metal Roof Chimney Flashing

But these long metal field runs used in lateral series are rarely unbroken.

Standing seam metal roof chimney flashing.

I am flashing this chimney on a standing seam metal roof. Failed sealant or butyl tape sealants and butyl tape are used to seal out water dirt and other debris that could compromise a metal roof. Meaning that each layer should lap on top of the lower. The same techniques can be used on any style roof.

This is our third episode in our series on metal roofing involving chimney flashing. Actually when a standing seam metal roof has a leak it is commonly at some type of flashing area. If these are damaged missing or applied incorrectly leaks could occur. A do it yourself video detailing step by step how to flash a chimney with our metal roofing chimney kit.

I use the shingle lap method. The connecting point where the two separate metal panels meet forms a vertically pointed rib or a seam that is one inch to inch and a half high. Standing seam consists of sheet metal roofing panels joined side by side and attached to the roofing deck with concealed fasteners. Installers are finding more challenging flashing applications that require more technique and detailed procedures to complete successfully.