Drip edge is a metal flashing that is installed at the edges of the roof to help control the flow of water away from the fascia and to protect the underlying roofing components.
Should metal roof overhang drip edge.
A typical metal roof overhang may be 2 to 4 inches or even less.
The edge of the shingles should hang over a roof between an inch and an inch and a half or between a half inch and three quarters of an inch if drip edge flashing is installed.
1 is it recommended to install drip edges the same way as you would with shingle roofs.
Drip edge overhangs the sides of the roof and has a small metal flange that is bent away from the fascia.
Drip edge is a metal flashing that tends to overhang the sides of a roof.
How to install drip edge.
2 do you guys usually install the drip edge under the weather barrier directly over roof sheathing.
Too much overhang and the shingles could blow off in high winds.
It is non corrosive and non staining so that your roof looks.
There is a small size metal rim facing outwards and away from the roof fascia.
99 of the time i see it cut close to flush with the metal drip edge but this latest one overhangs by nearly 1 does anyone see a problem with this both the eaves and rake were like this looks good jeff and it also helps prevent capillary action water will drip off the shingle instead of running off the fascia.
A drip edge has to be resistant to possible corrosion and should be 36 gauge or larger.
Copper is a sturdy metal that gives a roof a unique look.
Hello gba i am building a house with a metal roof which will be a first for me.
Tape measure hammer pencil ladder small roofing nails tin snips before you start the installation remove all dirt and debris from the roof and take the measurements of the exterior edges to determine how much drip edge is required for the project.
If instead the metal roof panels over hang the drip edge as the inspector maintains they must be installed perfectly square or they will leave a sawtoothed edge when viewed from the ground.
Too little can allow water to seep into rake or fascia boards.
Although it does not look like much this component is made to have great structural integrity.
If overhang is particularly bad you can shim a drip edge fascia board the length of the roof to correct the problem.
Roof drip edge specifications are given here.
A few questions regarding the drip edge.
Drip edge profile types.
While plastic vinyl and fiberglass drip edges may also be available in your area these materials are best suited for use in nonroofing applications such as above doors and windows.
Metal is usually installed on rafters or strip sheathing rather than the solid decking used under other materials.
When used as a drip edge it should be a minimum of 0 69 mm or 20 ounces.
