Install Window Flashing Siding

Next comes another layer of building wrap installed like the first layer.

Install window flashing siding. Pay attention to the raised ribs which provide a flat surface where the window frame rests. Building paper and window flashing photo 3. Then cut the center section to fit. Attach the flashing tape above the window and then slip the drip cap into the siding and attach to the tape.

Window and door flashing guide this collection of articles and videos will help you find the materials and construction details you need for a leak free installation of doors windows siding and more. Using a pry bar you will need to remove a layer of siding from above the window you want to install the drip cap on. How is window flashing installed. The flashing is easy to cut with tin snips.

It should include end dams and if the wall includes a rain screen cavity a small gap 1 8 or so should be left between the flashing and head trim to allow moisture to escape. Start by nailing the corners in place under the house wrap at the sides and over the house wrap below photo 4. Lap the flashing tape 2. Run the tape over the jamb.

Apply a bead of caulk to the felt and set the window in the caulk. Use an old rag to remove any dirt or debris that may be there. Install the trim just under the drip cap. Cut back wrb weather resistive barrier a your wrb should be wrapped over the rough opening of the window.

At the top tuck metal drip cap flashing under the siding and on top of the second layer of wrap. Install the sill pan flashing. A when installing sill pan flashing or the flashing at the bottom of the window you. It s important to cover all sides top bottom and corners.

With the sill pan. Instruction on how to install exterior 2x4 trim around a new or old window. Install the flashing under the window level and tack the new window in place then cut a piece of aluminum flashing to width so it extends from the new window to overlap the nailing hem of the siding below. Cut the corner tape at 45 degree angles to allow for folding over and so the seam is completely flush with the window.

Slide the top edge under the window fin then nail off the fin with roofing nails.