Vent & Pipe Flashing for a Watertight Roof
Vent pipe flashing protects your roof from moisture by
ensuring there's a tight seal around any openings. They're essential for
keeping the surface of your roof dry and should be installed anywhere that
there's a break in the roofing panels, such as around a chimney or exhaust
vent.
Most flashing is suitable for a variety of roofing
materials, including wood shake, slate, metal and composite roofs. The flashing
itself is generally made of plastic or aluminum. Galvanized steel vent flashing
is also available.
The roof vent pipe flashing you choose will depend on the
features of your roof that require flashing. Lowe's carries a variety of round
pipe flashing as well as square and rectangular products for vents and exhaust
outlets. While the majority of the flashing will be hidden by your roofing
materials, you have the option of choosing a color that blends in with your
roof if it'll be visible. Most components come in silver, black or gray.