How To Install Drip Edge For Metal Roof

Make sure the outer edge extends over the gutter.

How to install drip edge for metal roof.

Build the lower rim of roof extended away from the fascia. To prevent rainwater from curling around the lower edge of the roof decking and seeping into the soffits or siding roofers install l shaped flashing under shingles and composite roofing. Slip the wide flat flange of the material all the way under the first course of roof shingles as illustrated. If it doesn t pull the drip edge out slightly from under the shingles.

Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps. Install sheet metal drip cap over the lower rim. In today s video we go over the basic techniques to installing drip edge and rake edge on your roof. Secure the drip edge with roofing cement.

Step by step install drip edge on a metal roof. Apply a continuous bead of cement along. Known as drip edge this flashing may be manufactured from galvanized metal aluminum or vinyl and it goes on before you install the roof covering. The extension should be at least inch for it to work.

How to install a drip edge.