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.

Step by step install drip edge on a metal roof. Lay the starter row of metal shingles at the drip edge and affix to the roof with metal roofing nails. Apply a continuous bead of cement along. Slip the wide flat flange of the material all the way under the first course of roof shingles as illustrated.

Please like and subscribe for more instructional videos. Work up from the initial row starting at the lower corner in a diagonal pattern staggering the shingles to prevent gaps. If it doesn t pull the drip edge out slightly from under the shingles. Build the lower rim of roof extended away from the fascia.

The extension should be at least inch for it to work. Install sheet metal drip cap over the lower rim. 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. 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.

Secure the drip edge with roofing cement.