It prevents water from entering openings and cracks in a roof (8)
I believe the answer is:
flashing
(Other definitions for flashing that I've seen before include "Waterproof strip" , "Shaped metal attached to a roof for strength and weatherproofing" , "Weather-proofing strip - like a strobe" .)
I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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