Put Aluminum Flashing Over Existing Garage Door

Aluminum capping complements your new garage door and exterior decor.

Put aluminum flashing over existing garage door.

The weather resistive barrier in exhibit 3 has not been properly extended over the head flashing strip. Exhibit 2 exhibit 3. 2 cut the z flashing to the required length with a hacksaw or a pair of tin. Folding the z flashing over the side casing prevents water from entering the gap between the casing and the door frame.

Measure both the door and rough opening to make sure the door is the right size. If you have vinyl or metal flanged windows for instance you can install drip cap flashing 4 the home depot over the window itself or over the top trim piece that you install. Installing an exterior door that is insulated and made of steel can be heavy and cumbersome due to the weight of the materials. The guys are out in plainfield today making this garage door wood trim maintenance free by installing aluminum trim.

Below is a picture of the garage service door in exhibit 2. For a wood window unit drip cap flashing can be installed over the trim piece often called brick molding that comes. The capping is sealed with industrial grade caulking and can also match your brick or your new garage door. This builder uses the same exterior door installation technique on garage service doors which are in an unprotected high wall area of the homes exterior.

The type and location of the flashings will vary depending on the type of windows and doors. Install the kickout flashing. In addition to the 12 colours of aluminum capping available our professionals use industrial grade caulking during the installation process that can be colour matched to your house s exterior decor. If you choose to install a front door made of steel you will need a helper.

Your existing wooden garage doorframe is custom fitted with aluminum sheets that are custom cut and formed.