Counter Flashing

Counterflashing, commonly called cap flashing, is one of the most important factors in protecting a building from water. There are three types of flashing installed on most roofs– step flashing, base flashing, and counter flashing. Counterflashing is a strip of metal that is installed to protect the masonry of a building from rainwater. This keeps water from soaking into the brick or stone to maintain its structural integrity. Counterflashing is a critical component of any water drainage system. With that being said, high-quality flashing ensures no water gets inside the stonework of a building. So, working with a reputable company like FW Custom Metals to get counterflashing metal panels is highly important.