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How to install roof drip edge on an existing roof.
Install roof drip edge along the eaves add underlayment then place drip edge along the gable end.
Remove the drip edge and apply a thin strip of roofing cement at the top edge above the line you marked and.
To install a drip edge on a newly constructed roof or on a re roofing job attach the drip edge along the roof s eaves first.
You may need to use a putty knife to break the seam between the first course and the starter strip.
Apply roofing cement when installing drip edge on an existing roof.
4 deep nail the drip edge to the sheathing every 16 if installing multiple runs of drip edge lap them by 1 4 1 2 inch keeping the nail back from the lapped joint.
While the vertical leg should be placed 1 4 1 2 away from the fascia.
This will allow for expansion and contraction and prevent buckling.
How to install a drip edge.
Slip the wide flat flange of the material all the way under the first course of roof shingles as illustrated.
Gaf mastering the roof chapter 05 the drip edge is critical to provide a finished look and to add waterproofing.
If it doesn t pull the drip edge out slightly from under the shingles.
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Use a felt tip marker to make a short line on the drip edge to indicate proper position.
Slide the flat bar under starter course and pry out the nails.
Coat the flat part of the flashing that sits on the deck using a putty knife.
At 7 05 paul begins replacing the drip edge roof flashing.
The best way is to install the roof drip edge only along the eaves first then place ice and water barrier in the snowbelt or felt paper underlayment over the drip edge.
Use a flat pry bar to remove drip edge nails along the eave and rakes.
Apply a continuous bead of cement along the top of the drip edge then press down on the shingle.
Make sure the outer edge extends over the gutter.
Secure the drip edge with roofing cement.
Using drip edge with a nailing edge approx.