For many years I installed L-feet with galvanized step flashings adhered under 
the shingle row above the penetration.  This provides a mechanical barrier and 
can be very durable if the flashing is well secured. 

- Andrew


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On Jun 28, 2012, at 5:39 PM, Drake <drake.chamber...@redwoodalliance.org> wrote:

> I'm quoting a job that has an existing array with L feet bolted down to a 
> shingle roof with no flashings.  I want to match the height of the existing 
> array.  Also some modules are being worked in around skylights where it is 
> unlikely that room would be available for flashings to center over rafters.
> 
> I've always used flashings.  Would it be completely crazy to follow suit of 
> the existing array and bolt L feet straight to the shingle roof with good 
> roof sealant?  If so, how would you seal it?
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Drake 
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