#1. Flashing Often Hides in Siding or Stucco
Much of the flashing around chimneys (step flashing, counter flashing, and back pan flashing) is tucked under siding, stucco, or even set into brick mortar. That placement protects it from the elements — but it also makes it inaccessible during a standard re-roof.
Removing siding or brickwork just to access flashing is outside the normal scope of roofing work and often requires another trade, like a siding installer.
#2. What We Replace — and What We Reinforce
At Braymar Roofing & Repairs Ltd., our practice follows industry standards:
- ✔️ We replace accessible flashing such as valleys, drip edges, vent boots, and exposed areas around chimneys.
- 🔒 We reinforce hidden flashing under siding or masonry by carefully tying in new shingles, applying water-resistant membranes, and sealing the area.
- We note when another trade is required if full removal and replacement of hidden flashing is desired.
This ensures your new roof ties into the existing system and stays watertight, even if not every flashing piece is fully replaced.
#3. Our Workmanship Warranty
Our workmanship warranty covers the roof and all flashing that is accessible during installation. If flashing hidden under siding or mortar fails in the future, it isn’t a defect in the new roof — it’s a pre-existing condition that wasn’t part of the roofing scope.
We highlight this upfront so there are no surprises later.
#4. Quick Reference: Accessible vs. Hidden Flashings
| Flashing Type | Where It’s Used | Accessibility During Re-Roof |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Flashing | In valleys where two roof slopes meet | ✔️ Always replaced |
| Drip Edge (Eaves Flashing) | Along roof edges and rakes | ✔️ Always replaced |
| Vent Pipe Flashing (Plumbing Boot) | Around vent pipes | ✔️ Always replaced |
| Skylight Flashing | Around skylights | ✔️ Always replaced |
| Step, Counter & Back Pan Flashing | Around chimneys/walls | 🔒 Hidden under siding/stucco/brick |
| Headwall & Endwall Flashing | Where roof slope meets a vertical wall | 🔒 Often hidden |
| Rake Flashing (Gable Flashing) | Along sloped gable edges | ✔️ Always replaced |
| Wallpan Flashing | At bottom of roof-to-wall sections | ✔️ Accessible, replaceable |
Chimneys and hidden flashing don’t need to be confusing. During a re-roof, Braymar Roofing & Repairs Ltd. replaces all accessible flashing and carefully reinforces hidden areas, so your home stays protected. If you’re also planning siding or masonry work, that’s the perfect time to fully replace hidden chimney flashing.