Home Matters: Protective Flashing and Vents

HOME MATTERS: PROTECTIVE FLASHING AND VENTS FOCUS ON FLASHING: TYPES AND TROUBLE SIGNS ROOF FLASHING Aluminum or galvanized steel sheet metal Placed over roof joints Prevents water leaks Should be weather-resistant and durable CHIMNEY FLASHING Sheet metal cut to surround chimney Prevents water leaks Layered for increased protection O SIGNS OF FLASHING PROBLEMS Roofing tar that covers flashing Leaks Cracks Rust VITAL VENTING: ROOF AND PLUMBING VENTS ROOF VENTS Allow for exchange of internal and external air • Let hot air out in summer Reduce moisture in winter Prevent ice dams, mold, mildew, and leaks PLUMBING VENTS All plumbing must be vented Main vents exit through roof Enable free-flow of drains Provide escape for methane gases City ordinances dictate vent pipe sizes TYPES OF PLUMBING VENTS Waste stack: Soil stack: Stack vent: Dry vent: Wet vent: Vertical vent Vertical vent Waste stack Non-water- Links toilet and for sewer for waste from extension carrying main waste gases toilets piece vent stack SOURCES: INFOGRAPHIC PROVIDED BY: www.precisionpropertyrestoration.com/blog/ what-are-roof-vents-and-why-are-they-important LANCE Roofing & Siding www.jaytechplumbing.com/2011/03/venting/ WWW.ROOFERDAYTONOH.COM