How Do I Install A Drip Edge On A Roof

Drip edge roof flashing types.

How do i install a drip edge on a roof.

Make sure the outer edge extends over the gutter. How to install a drip edge. Coat the flat part of the flashing that sits on the deck using a putty knife. 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.

L shape drip edge is a simple 90 degree bend with a flare out at the bottom of the short leg. When you install the drip edge over this strip it keeps the lower flange further from the home s siding which helps. Slip the wide flat flange of the material all the way under the first course of roof shingles as illustrated. If using a type c drip edge you can install a furring strip to increase its performance.

A furring edge is a strip of one by two wood you install on the vertical surface of the house just beneath the roof s edge. In today s video we go over the basic techniques to installing drip edge and rake edge on your roof. Please like and subscribe for more instructional videos. 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.