Roofing Guide

Signs Of Step Flashing Damage Every Homeowner Should Know

Why step flashing at roof-to-wall intersections is a common, easy-to-miss leak source.

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What Step Flashing Does

Step flashing is installed in overlapping pieces along a roof-to-wall intersection (like a chimney or dormer side), directing water down and away from the wall at each course of roofing.

Common Signs Of Damage

Rust staining on the wall below, visible gaps between flashing pieces, or loose flashing that has pulled away from the wall are all signs worth having checked.

Why It's Easy To Miss

Step flashing sits along a vertical wall intersection rather than the main roof plane, which makes it easy to overlook during a casual glance at the roof.

Why It Deserves A Close Look

Damaged step flashing is a common source of hidden interior wall leaks that can go unnoticed for a long time — worth including specifically in any roof inspection.

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