How To Finish Metal Roof Edge

Here s how to use flashing along the top edge of a lean to shed when finishing the top row of shingles.

How to finish metal roof edge.

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. Fasten the z trim. If you have a roof nailer this will make securing the underlayment faster and easier. 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.

By placing it slightly behind the lines we make sure that it doesn t stick out from beyond the end wall flashing. Once the underlayment has been nailed into place onto the plywood sheets install a drip edge to the to catch water and remove it from the roof. Remove sections of siding immediately adjacent to the top edge of the roof. Finish the shingles up to the top edge of the lean to as described in steps 1 5 above.

Craig hardin of hardin exteriors shows how to notch metal roofing panels at the eaves edge quickly and effectively. Tools used in the video. Step 4 install the metal roofing panels. Drip edges are metal sheets usually shaped like an l installed at the edge of the roof.

If the siding is vinyl use a siding removal tool to pop out the bottom edge. Step 3 install drip edge. Without a drip edge water may end up beneath the shingles and may cause damage to various parts of the home. Now that we have the z trim in place the next thing to do is fasten it to the roof deck.

Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Also called drip edge flashing or d metal they serve a vital function by directing water away from the fascia and into the gutter. Clean up all remaining metal nails and screws and enjoy your new roof. By the end of step 7 every square inch of the roof should be covered in metal the entire perimeter protected with edge flashing and all the roof joints protected with flashing.