Kickout flashing is a small but important flashing detail at the bottom of a roof-to-wall intersection. It kicks water away from the wall and toward the gutter.
Why It Matters
Missing kickout flashing can allow roof runoff to enter behind siding. This can create hidden wall damage long before a homeowner sees obvious signs.
Common Problems
Common problems include missing kickouts, undersized kickouts, water bypassing the gutter, siding installed over the flashing, and caulk used as a substitute.
Building Codes & Industry Standards
Kickout flashing should follow water-shedding principles, manufacturer instructions, and applicable exterior wall flashing requirements.
Exterior Echelon Notes
Exterior Echelon pays close attention to roof-to-wall transitions because small flashing details often decide whether a system sheds water correctly.
