Make sure the outer edge extends over the gutter.
How to install drip edge on existing roof.
How to install a drip edge.
Make sure the corner is tight and that the bottom edge is tight to the fascia before nailing off the drip edge.
Slip the wide flat flange of the material all the way under the first course of roof shingles as illustrated.
If it doesn t pull the drip edge out slightly from under the shingles.
How to install drip edge flashing on a roof step 1.
Apply a continuous bead of cement along the top of the drip edge then press down on the shingle.
While the vertical leg should be placed 1 4 1 2 away from the fascia.
The roof leg should extend a minimum of 2 back onto the roof sheathing.
Be sure to tuck the drip edge under the starter strip and felt paper.
Install the drip edge by fitting it on the roof eave pushing it tightly against the edge of the plywood and.
Secure the drip edge with roofing cement.
Slide the corner tight to the fascia.
Measure the length of the eave you need to cover with drip edge using a tape measure.