While not required by the code it is recommended by roofers and manufacturers.
Bottom edge of a roof.
The eaves at the bottom of a roof and the gable ends that run up the slope are often the first to show signs of rot and damage.
Also called gutter boards.
L shape drip edge is a simple 90 degree bend with a flare out at the bottom of the short leg.
T shape drip edge is an l shaped flashing in which the long leg folds back on itself before heading down 90 degrees to form the short leg.
Drip edge roof flashing types.
As you roll out the underlay keep the bottom edge of the material aligned with the edge of the eave but above any metal or synthetic edging that may cover the borders of the eave.
Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it.
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It is attached directly to the decking along the bottom of the roof slope and above the underlay on the sides of the roof.
Moulding that covers the edge of the roof and reduces the risk of water infiltration.
Gutter apron attaches along the bottom roof edge with galvanized roofing nails.
It is also sometimes called d metal for drip.
Step by step how to repair a roof edge.
A roof edge that extends past the exterior wall line at the bottom of a slope.
If the roof is already on but the roofer skipped the flashing type b gutter apron which has a narrower top fold.
Install the roofing screws vertically along each rib in the panel.
Roof drip edge flashing at roof eaves gable ends.
Their position at the edge.
It allows water to filter out of the roof system protects shingles from water damage reduces the risk of erosion and increases the roof s overall lifespan.
Position the first roll of underlayment at one side of the roof perpendicular to the lower edge the eave of the roof.
The bottom edge of sloped roof surface is called as eaves from which rain water is drops down during raining.
Vertical roof trim located along the perimeter of a building usually below the roof level to cover the rafter tails at the eaves and to seal off the top of the siding along the rake.
Align the first metal roofing panel so that it overlaps the edging by 1 2 to 3 4 of an inch and is square to the roof line.
