What is kick-out flashing and why does it matter in Savage homes?

Kick-out flashing is a small but critical piece of metal installed where a roofline ends against a vertical wall, such as where a garage roof meets the house. Its job is to divert rainwater away from the wall and into the gutter rather than letting it run down behind the siding. When it is missing or installed incorrectly, water sneaks behind the cladding and saturates the wall sheathing and framing, causing hidden rot, mold, and sometimes interior damage that is expensive to repair because it is invisible until you open the wall. We find missing or defective kick-out flashing surprisingly often on Savage homes, including newer subdivision construction where builders rushed the detail. The damage accumulates slowly over several Minnesota winters and rainy springs, so the buyer who skips an inspection inherits a problem that started years earlier. We specifically look at every roof-to-wall intersection and document the flashing condition with photos. Catching this early can save thousands and is one of the strongest arguments for a professional inspection. To have your home's flashing details checked, call us or build a free instant quote online.