Chimney liner kit
The chimney flashing is important because if prevents leaks in your roof, around the chimney. Installing on is easy if you follow some simple instructions.
Tools and Materials
- Hammer
- Tin snips
- Wood block
- Shingles
- Roofing nails
- Drill
- Measuring tape
- Caulk
- Caulking gun
- Blade
- Plastic expanding anchors
- Masonry drill bit
- Angle grinder
Cut and bend the flashing
use snips to cut the the flashing in such a way to allow about 4 inches on each side and 8 inches or more longer than the front part of the chimney.
Secure shingles
Use a hammer and some galvanized nails to securely fasten the shingles on top of the flashing. Cut grooves in the mortar joints using an angle grinder and use a cap flashing to precisely know where to cut into.
Installing the cap
You need to install the cap flashing, bending it around the chimney. After that, drill into a corner and place an expanding plastic anchor inside.
Caulking
To effectively seal off the metal flashing, use a caulking gun to apply the necessary amount of caulk at the corners of the chimney flashing.