#Proper Leadwork: Lead Soakers—Sizing, Gauges & Interfaces with Slate and Tile Discreet but essential, lead soakers sit under each course of slate or tile at abutments and chimneys. They create a primary water path long before the visible flashing goes in. Get the size, gauge and pitch rules right, and you’ll stop wind-driven rain, protect […]
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Lead Chimney Flashing: Aprons, Back Gutters & Soakers
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#Proper Leadwork: Chimney Packages—Aprons, Back Gutters & Soakers that Don’t Fail The most common roof leak? The chimney. Success depends on a complete lead chimney flashing package—soakers that step with the covering, an apron that sheds water to the roof, and a back gutter (with saddles/secret gutters as required) that moves water around the stack. […]