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Module Lessons
Rainwater
Rainwater Systems, Materials, and Profiles
Roof Area Calculations and Sizing
Brackets, Falls, and Setting Out
Jointing, Expansion, and Downpipes
Terminations, Harvesting, and Maintenance
Introduction to Sheet Lead Weatherproofing
Lead Tools, Safety, and Handling
Types of Flashing and Fixing Methods
Testing and Commissioning Rainwater Systems
Lesson Overview
Lead flashings provide a watertight weather seal at roof junctions, chimneys, and wall abutments. Understanding the correct flashing types, jointing overlaps, and fixing methods ensures installations withstand harsh weather without leaking.
Learning Objectives
Identify the primary types of sheet lead flashings used on pitched roofs and abutments.
Explain the correct methods and fixings used to secure lead flashings into brickwork and timber.
Describe how to detail laps, clips, and joints to prevent water penetration and wind uplift.
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