Shingling Around Chimneys

The following step-by-step instructions can make your shingle project easier. Take a few minutes to read the instructions carefully before starting, and you can save time, money and effort while completing a better job.

1. Place mineral-surfaced roofing material or aluminum flashing around the edge of a chimney before shingles are positioned.



2. On older roofs, you can use the old flashings for a pattern. On new roofs, use Fig. 9 as a guide for cutting the flashing.



3. Fit the new flashing around the base of the chimney, then cement and nail it into place.



4. Cut flashing strips into pieces measuring 7" x 10", then bend them in half to 7" x 5".



5. Place these flashing strips against the chimney, seal the edge with roofing cement, and nail into place.



6. Apply shingles up to the edge of the chimney, seal the edge with roofing cement, and nail the shingles near the edge of the flashings (Fig. 10).



Courtesy of the National Retail Hardware Association - www.nrha.org.