How Do I Install A Drip Edge On A Roof

Make sure the outer edge extends over the gutter.

How do i install a drip edge on a roof.

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. If it doesn t pull the drip edge out slightly from under the shingles. Slip the wide flat flange of the material all the way under the first course of roof shingles as illustrated.

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. Lift the shingles slide the drip edge underneath them and position it so that it extends over the gutters then replace the shingles and push down to seat the drip edge. When you install the drip edge over this strip it keeps the lower flange further from the home s siding which helps. L shape drip edge is a simple 90 degree bend with a flare out at the bottom of the short leg.

Please like and subscribe for more instructional videos. Coat the flat part of the flashing that sits on the deck using a putty knife. Apply roofing cement when installing drip edge on an existing roof. How to install a drip edge.