How To Trim Shingles On Roof Edge

In this video paulricalde shows the two main types of roof drip edge flashing how to cut both inside and outside corners on them and how to retrofit drip edge on a simple roof.

How to trim shingles on roof edge.

Some drip edge flashings actually help houses turn. The rake edge is the extreme edge of the roof on either side. Looking for tips on best technique and tools to use to trim the shingles on the edge where they re overhanging the eave. In the dictionary to shingle is.

How to cut asphalt roof shingles this method focuses on cutting asphalt shingles with a utility knife. Hold a ruler or yardstick over your shingle 1 2 inch beyond the roof line. If the roof shingles and all accessory roof components are arranged and overlapped with this in mind the roof should successfully shed water. Asphalt roofing shingles simply rely on the force of gravity to shed water from rain or snow melt.

Using a straight blade and a hooked blade. Turns out not all drip edge flashing perform the same. Be mindful of the proper nailing technique so that your nails always hold the top edge of the course beneath it. Draw a blue chalk line at this line.

How to cut shingles off the edge of a roof in a straight line. Now that you ve conquered the underlayment and drip edge and plotted your course it s time to truly learn how to install roof shingles. The leading edge of the flashing is called the drip edge. Also called drip edge flashing or d metal they serve a vital function by directing water away from the fascia and into the gutter.

Understand the physics of how a sloped shingle roof works. I installed a roof on a small shed total roof size 7 x 11 using asphalt shingles. Working your way up and across begin laying your courses. Handyman ian eltringham recommends leaving a 1 2 inch overlap between the edge of the roof and the shingle.

Drip edges are metal sheets usually shaped like an l installed at the edge of the roof.