Quality Flashings Make A Big Difference

The term flashing is defined as pieces of special trim used to prevent seepage of water into a building around any intersection or projection in a roof such as vent pipes, chimneys, adjoining walls, dormers and valleys. A vent is any outlet for air that protrudes through the roof deck such as a pipe or stack. Any device installed on the roof, gable or soffit for the purpose of ventilating the underside of the roof deck. With these two definitions the importance of vent flashings is certainly understandable.  When it comes to choosing which brand or make you will use for vent flashings there is a distinct difference in quality and reliability.  Certain companies, such as Thaler Metal have added features on their flashings such as maintenance free and a twenty year warranty which can help you feel secure in knowing you a purchasing a excellent quality product.