How To Install Drip Edge Flashing On A Flat Roof

Coat the flat part of the flashing that sits on the deck using a putty knife.

How to install drip edge flashing on a flat roof.

How to install a drip edge. At 7 05 paul begins replacing the drip edge roof flashing. You may need to use a putty knife to break the seam between the first course and the starter strip. 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. Install roof drip edge along the eaves add underlayment then place drip edge along the gable end. 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. Secure the drip edge with roofing cement.

In today s video we go over the basic techniques to installing drip edge and rake edge on your roof. Use a flat pry bar to remove drip edge nails along the eave and rakes. Slide the flat bar under starter course and pry out the nails. 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.

Gently lift up the shingles on the edge of the roof and locate the nails holding the existing drip edge onto the roof. If using a type c drip edge you can install a furring strip to increase its performance. Please like and subscribe for more instructional videos. Make sure the outer edge extends over the gutter.