If the sidewall is stucco or solid wood like ours and you can t open it to get flashing behind it continue the step flashing to the peak of the roof then cover the step flashing with cap flashing photo 2.
Window siding flashing.
Cut back wrb weather resistive barrier a your wrb should be wrapped over the rough opening of the window.
Flashing is crucial to a house s weather resistance and long term durability.
Next comes another layer of building wrap installed like the first layer.
Using a pry bar you will need to remove a layer of siding from above the window you want to install the drip cap on.
With the sill pan.
At the top of a door or window always direct the sheathing wrap over the head flange or cap flashing.
Window and door flashing guide this collection of articles and videos will help you find the materials and construction details you need for a leak free installation of doors windows siding and more.
The flashing can be used over window trim band boards panel intersections and other vertical.
Make a downward cut in each of the corners and then fold the tape over the wrb.
Install the sill pan flashing.
Use an old rag to remove any dirt or debris that may be there.
Cap staples may also be used to ensure that the flashing tape is held in place.
Not surprisingly the greatest leaks occur on windows exposed to a lot of rain.
Install the trim just under the drip cap.
Unfortunately it is often overlooked and installed carelessly.
Use a j roller to ensure that the flashing tape is firmly secured to the window frame and the wrb.
How is window flashing installed.
This is typically on.
Using metal window head flashing directs the water away from the wall and eliminates that problem.
Flashing tape and sealant.
Most new windows have an integral nailing flange either plastic or metal that is nailed to wall.
Window flashing details roof overhangs.
A when installing sill pan flashing or the flashing at the bottom of the window you.
First tape the bottom of the frame and then up the sides.
Cut the drip cap to the correct size for your window.
Flashing details for windows and doors if windows and doors are properly protected with splines of felt or flashing tape there is no need to caulk the joints where siding meets the side casings.
At the top tuck metal drip cap flashing under the siding and on top of the second layer of wrap.
