Did an inspection on a modular home, new construction, and noticed an extended base flashing at the back of the house. It extends out about 2-inches. I haven’t been ablr to find much regarding the width of this flashing and was wondering if anyone else has seen anything like this.
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This flashing doesn’t appear to bend up and would allow water to be wicked into trim, siding, sheathing and framing.
Example of a better flashing job:
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It’s too wide. It’s flexible enough to bend it down to prevent the flashing from redirecting the water back under the trim.
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Hey Larry, I was thinking the same thing initially,however, it’s possible they cut it this way on the end to fit around the corner. Without pulling off the siding (board & batten) I’m not sure.
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Hey Randy, I agree. I think my biggest concern is the sharp edges on the corners being a safety hazard.
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A mirror could help there with maybe seeing a bend or not. Plus, you should see the bottom edge of the sheathing.:
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Yeah, I was hoping I’d see something, but when viewing under the flashing there was nothing but concrete slab.
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Yes, it is hard to tell without being there.
Personally, I would still comment this as well as your sharp edges on the corners safety concern.
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Will do. Thanks for the insight!
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