How To Finish Metal Roof Edge

Still up on the roof your next step is to make sure that all the edges are smooth and finished and that all panels are fully secured to the roof.

How to finish metal roof 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. Finish the shingles up to the top edge of the lean to as described in steps 1 5 above. Drip edges are metal sheets usually shaped like an l installed at the edge of the roof. I m going to place the z trim so that the leading edge is just about a quarter or a half an inch behind the marks that i made.

Make sure that you ve completely covered the entire roof with the metal that all edges are smooth and finished and that there are no loose pieces. Clean up all remaining metal nails and screws and enjoy your new roof. Step 3 install drip edge. If you have a roof nailer this will make securing the underlayment faster and easier.

Position a piece of 2 by 2 inch metal roof edge at the lower edge of the roof with the beveled side against the outer surface of the fascia and the flat side atop the felt underlay. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Step 4 install the metal roofing panels. Now that we have the z trim in place the next thing to do is fasten it to the roof deck.

Tools used in the video. Align the first metal roofing panel so that it overlaps the edging by 1 2 to 3 4 of an inch and is square to the roof line. By placing it slightly behind the lines we make sure that it doesn t stick out from beyond the end wall flashing. Here s how to use flashing along the top edge of a lean to shed when finishing the top row of shingles.

If the siding is vinyl use a siding removal tool to pop out the bottom edge. Without a drip edge water may end up beneath the shingles and may cause damage to various parts of the home. Remove sections of siding immediately adjacent to the top edge of the roof. Craig hardin of hardin exteriors shows how to notch metal roofing panels at the eaves edge quickly and effectively.