Lead-Free Roof Flashing FAQs

Lead-free roof flashing is a safer and more environmentally responsible option compared to traditional lead roof flashing. It eliminates the potential for lead exposure to humans and the environment, as lead is a toxic heavy metal. Additionally, lead-free roof flashing is safer to handle during installation.

Some of the key benefits of using lead-free roof flashing include its UV resistance, lightweight design, easy installation, compatibility with nearly all roof profiles, and no need for specialist tools. It also allows for safe rainwater harvesting for drinking water and can be painted to match roof tiles.

Anywhere on a roof that you would otherwise use lead for - traditional upstand work, forming over deeply profiled tiles, closing off dry valleys, sealing solar panels, skylights, hips, saddles, pitch transitions and flue penetrations - all in around half the time that lead takes.

Lead-free roof flashing can be easily installed by hand without needing specialist tools. It is highly malleable and easy to shape and form, making it a more straightforward option for roofing professionals and DIY enthusiasts.

Yes, lead-free roof flashing is compatible with nearly all roof profiles, making it a versatile option for many roofing applications.

Lead-free roof flashing has a long lifespan and is designed to be durable and resistant to the elements. The exact lifespan of lead-free roof flashing may vary depending on several factors, including the quality of the product and the environmental conditions it is exposed to.

QACO-FLEX is the best-valued lead-free roof Flashing in the Australian market. It is a type of roof flashing made from a modified polyethylene compound with an integral aluminium mesh reinforcement. It is a safe and cost-effective alternative to traditional lead roof flashing.

QACO-FLEX is a lead-free roof flashing alternative that is easy to use. QACO-FLEX comes in different sizes according to the customer's needs and always at the lowest price compared to the market.