Flashing A Deck Ledger Board On Vinyl Siding

Slip the flashing under the vinyl siding and rest the bottom lip over the top of the ledger board.

Flashing a deck ledger board on vinyl siding.

Item 3807 model 5504900120. 7 apply silicone caulk around the screw heads to prevent moisture from penetrating into the wall. Window and door cap 1 25 in x 120 in x 1 56 in aluminum z flashing. Make the outline large enough to include space for the deck boards on top the ledger and any trim boards on the sides.

Gray plastic deck ledger flashing fits over deck ledger and behind siding for protection from water damage. Has slots for nailing convenience. The deck ledger to the house is an unusual connection in home building. Properly installing a ledger board for your deck is one of the most important structural components of building a safe and strong deck.

Then slip flashing behind the siding covering the top edge of the ledger. I would remove the old siding that was behind the existing ledger to about an inch above the deck surface. Start by making an outline on the siding where you want to position the ledger board. How to flash a deck ledger board if you cut out your siding to install a ledger board careful steps must be taken to ensure that moisture cannot reach your house.

Recommended for use with pressure treated lumber. Most house framing relies on building elements floors walls roofs being stacked one atop another. Infiltrating rainwater can travel downward sideways and even upward so special flashings must be used. Made from high quality vinyl construction.

This cap is made of durable plastic construction. It is recommended for use with pressure treated lumber.