Always install flashing around a chimney and other valleys where two roof planes meet as these areas are more prone to leaks if not protected.
How to install a roof window.
Installing roof windows can be easy as long as you are prepared and have the correct tools and know how.
This is a video showing the fitting of a velux roof window with instructions.
Nail the drip edge in place using your hammer and roofing nails.
Install new flashing metal flashing is often called drip edge along the bottom of the roof near your gutters.
Full installation video showing a velux new generation roof window installed at standard red line installation height using edw flashing for tile.
This is a video showing the fitting of a velux roof window with instructions.
For lofty ideas this month we are going to show you how to install a roof window and what you need to be really prepared.
The windows below are available from stock can be installed in roof pitches between 20 and 85 degrees are manufactured from sealed solid laminated softwood with a 24mm low e double glazed sealed unit already installed are entirely factory assembled you only need to install them.