chimney apron

[′chim·nē ‚ā·prən]

(building construction)

A flashing made of a nonferrous metal, such as copper, that is built into the masonry of the chimney and the roofing material at the place where the roof is penetrated by the chimney.

chimney apron

A nonferrous metal flashing built into the chimney masonry and roofing at the penetration of the roof by the chimney.

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Tenders are invited for The work consists of remove existing asphalt shingles down to deck, dispose of debris, install new aluminum drip edge, install shingle mate over balance of the deck, install new copper at chimney apron, counter flashings, and over vent pipes.