How To Properly Install Dripedge With Existing Gutters

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How to properly install dripedge with existing gutters. No flashing at the roof edge. In many markets this is mandatory. Please like and subscribe for more instructional videos. Snap layout lines photo by mary beth montgomery.

Mark the highest point of the gutter run on the fascia 1 inches below the metal drip edge flashing on the extra wide fascia shown here the gutter is lower down. Shingles extending off your roof deck the plywood osb or wood tongue and groove over your rafters and ice barrier or felt should extend over a metal drip edge roof apron or flashing. Make sure the outer edge extends over the gutter. 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. How to properly install gutter drip edge 1. Cut the gutters to size with a hacksaw and heavy duty tin snips. For proper water drainage the drip edge on the rakes should always overlap the drip edge on the eaves.

Then finish by installing the drip edge flashing on the rakes. Determine what works best for your house before ordering gutters and attachments. Apply a continuous bead of cement along the top of the drip edge then press down on the shingle. Use the nail spacing and pattern dictated by your code and or location.

Begin at the lower corner of the roof and gradually progress to the top. Use the other hand to hold the frame at the top by the wingnut. If it doesn t pull the drip edge out slightly from under the shingles. This works out correctly if you do the eaves first.

Hold the handle with your dominant hand and keep your index finger parallel to the top pointing toward the cutting direction for support. Mark the point to be cut on the gutters with an erasable marker.