Roof Drip Edge And Trim

We are soon replacing our roof with atlas stormmaster shake shingles in heather blend.

Roof drip edge and trim.

Constructed from heavy duty steel for increased strength and durability. I m currently debating on the drip edge color and wonder if there are any good design standards rules about this. Flat roof edge trims make sure that moisture doesn t seep into the felt and cause condensation or damp issues. Designed for second layer roofing applications c style drip edge is installed over the first layer of shingles on the gable ends.

I ve read a couple of random posts stating that drip edge should match fascia. In other words it is the metal flashing located at the edge of a roof. And in some cases. It fits easily over existing roofing materials for a professional appearance.

This flashing has a hemmed or safety edge for a smooth finish. Peak s galvanized metal flashings help direct the flow of rainwater away from roofs decks and other home surfaces. Please like and subscribe for more instructional videos. Use the peak drip flashing above windows doors garage doors and more.

Set your store to see local. Royal brown aluminum drip edge trim model cad12 rbr 5 98 5 98. Without a drip edge water may end up beneath the shingles and may cause damage to various parts of the home. A drip edge is a non staining and non corroding material applied on a roof s edge to give water the ability to filter out of the roof system.

Also called drip edge flashing or d metal they serve a vital function by directing water away from the fascia and into the gutter. Fixed using screws sealant or nails you can purchase fibreglass trims fabricated metal trims and felt profiles so you pick the roof edge trim most suited for your flat roofing project. Then install regular roofing underlayment tar paper over the top of the drip edge and over the ice barrier and continuing all the way up the roof. Drip edges are metal sheets usually shaped like an l installed at the edge of the roof.

Use a flat pry bar to remove drip edge nails along the eave and rakes. Slide the flat bar under starter course and pry out the nails. In today s video we go over the basic techniques to installing drip edge and rake edge on your roof. Gibraltar building products 2 5 8 in.

On some roofs you may need to remove a couple of shingle nails to make some room to work.