Patching the cracked lead with other materials such as flashing or felt is a temporary solution that will protect the roof whilst you arrange a more substantial repair.
How to repair lead flashing on a roof.
Then slide it up the roof preferably on top of the damaged flashing.
I will be showing you a technique used by professional roofers that will provide a better and longer lasting repair than a diy store paint on solution alone.
Quickly warm the lead again and lay the flashing tape over the split.
First snip the new flashing with your shearers then bend it to a 90 degree angle.
Lead flashing on your roof helps protect the edge of your roof where tiles meet brickwork such as your chimney or any skylights.
Use a rag you should also be wearing gloves to press the flashing tape into place.
Beware of bitumen or similar paints as these are very short term solutions that can make the proper repair more difficult.
Roof shingle over step flashing.
Plug pinholes with roofing cement and patch holes up to about 3 4 inch in diameter with a patch from the same material as the flashing.
Fixing damaged flashing should cost a similar amount to missing tiles.
The flashing edge should be covered completely.
Small holes or corroded spots in flashing can be easily repaired.
If you do not wish to form your own corner flashing you can buy pre bent pieces and cut them to size or use a piece of corrugated aluminum which is easier to bend.
Step flashing on roof peak.
The correct way to cure the leak would be to appoint a roofer who is competent in lead working he will assess the condition of the lead and suggest a renewal of the flashing or a simple spot repair by lead welding.
At the chimney examine the flashing carefully.
Step flashing is when you repair the damage by putting in new flashing over the damaged area.
Here is a guide on how to install lead flashing to your roof.
It may be quite a labor but it pays off with a strong roof.
To prevent leaks at the flashing inspect it every spring.
Warm the top of the tape after a few seconds to keep the bitumen nice and warm.
It sticks so much better this way.
If this becomes damaged for any reason it can cause similar problems to missing tiles allowing rain into your property.
Heat the lead flashing.
Adhere it using your flashing cement.
If you see thin spots or gaps along a flashing joint spread roof cement over the entire joint applying it generously with a trowel.
First roughen the area around the hole with a wire brush or sandpaper and then clean it.
