Arlington Industries Roof Flashing

Roof flashing is a thin metal material used on angles and crevices of the roof to protect against water leaks. It directs water away from leak-prone areas to prevent rot, mold, mildew, and other water damage. Flashing is typically installed around roof features such as skylights, gutters, vents, chimneys, and spaces where a roof plane meets a vertical surface. It is a vital component for protecting the integrity of roof construction.

Arlington’s roof flashing comes in aluminum, steel, or neoprene material to suit different needs. They use the highest quality material to ensure seals against leaks and proper water deflection.

Roof flashing comes in many different configurations to fit all types of roof styles and features. A few of the most common types of roof flashing are:

Continuous Flashing: Continuous flashing consists of a long, single piece of metal that runs the entire length of the strip being waterproofed. The benefit of continuous flashing is the lack of joints or breaks where water could leak through, however its inflexibility can lead to breaks or warps when the roof shifts over time.

Step Flashing: Step flashing is sheet metal bent at a right angle to line the edge where a roof meets a vertical plane such as a dormer or chimney. It is typically installed in several overlapping pieces to deflect water flow.

Base and Counter Flashing: This two-part flashing works together to fit around tough areas like chimneys, with the ability to move with the natural expansion and contraction of a roof over time.

Drip Edge Flashing: This type of thin flashing lines the edge of the roof to let water drip off and run into gutters.

Valley Flashing: This V-shaped flashing lays at the bottom of where two roof slopes meet. It can be a singular piece or several overlapping ones and is reinforced to deflect the larger amount of rainwater that pours there.

Pipe Flashing: Pipe flashing is designed with an opening to fit around pipes entering the roof and is oftentimes made from flexible materials to stretch and seal around the area.

Arlington’s roof flashing is a type of pipe flashing that is designed to seal around pipes and conduits entering a building. They offer flashing in galvanized steel, neoprene, and aluminum for different levels of waterproof protection.