Roof Drip Edge in Orangevale, CA
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A drip edge is the thin metal strip along the edges of a shingle roof, and it sheds water. This page covers what it is, where it goes and how far shingles reach past it. For what happens when the roof edge rots, see fascia and soffit repair in Orangevale. Call (916) 526-3505 or ask for a free estimate to ask about your Orangevale home, or bring any edge questions.
What Is a Roof Drip Edge on an Orangevale Home?
A roof drip edge on an Orangevale home is a metal piece along the edge of a shingle roof. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association says drip edges provide efficient water shedding at a shingled roof's eave, gable and rake. It says a drip edge is strongly recommended on all shingled roofs. It also says one may be required by local building codes.
The association says a drip edge should be corrosion-resistant. It should extend a minimum of 2 inches onto the roof sheathing. It should also have an outward bent flange at the lowest edge. The association says that flange directs water away from wood supports below.
Does the Drip Edge Go Under or Over the Underlayment?
It depends on the edge. The association says to apply the drip edge underneath the underlayment along the eaves. It says to apply it over the underlayment on the rakes.
| Roof edge | Order of the layers |
|---|---|
| Eave | Drip edge goes underneath the underlayment |
| Rake | Drip edge goes over the underlayment |
The same page notes an exception. Some shingle makers or local codes may permit it over the underlayment at the eave. For more detail, read this roofing association's drip edge page.
How Far Do Shingles Reach Past a Drip Edge in Orangevale?
The association gives distances. It says shingles should extend 1/4 to 3/4 inch beyond an L-shaped drip edge at eaves and rakes. With no drip edge, overhangs should extend 3/8 to 1 inch. Those are the numbers the page gives for shingled roofs.
The association also covers fastening. It says to fasten the drip edge to the deck with roofing nails at 8 to 10 inches on center. It says not to nail into the vertical portion of any drip edge.
Describe your roof edge, and ask for a free estimate.
Does a Shingle Roof Need a Drip Edge?
The association says a drip edge is strongly recommended on all shingled roofs. It also says one may be required by local building codes. Your roofer can confirm what applies to your home.
Ask the roofer whether your roof has one and where it sits. That is a fair question for a reroof near Filbert Avenue or anywhere in Orangevale. A free estimate is a good time to ask. Settling it before the work starts keeps the plan clear.
Questions to Ask About a Drip Edge
Plain questions help you compare roofers on edge work. Ask whether your roof has a drip edge and what it is made of. Ask whether it goes under or over the underlayment at the eave. Ask how far the shingles will extend past it.
Porter Roofing gives free estimates to Orangevale homeowners. Financing available. You can call (916) 526-3505 or send the form below.
Questions About Roof Drip Edge
Drip edge goes under the underlayment at the eaves and over it at the rakes. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association notes an exception. Some shingle makers or local codes may permit it over the underlayment at the eave. Follow the shingle maker's instructions and local code for your roof. Ask about it when you request a free estimate from Porter Roofing in Orangevale.
A drip edge may be required by local building codes. The Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association says a drip edge is strongly recommended on all shingled roofs. It also says one may be required by local codes. Your roofer can confirm what applies to your Orangevale home. Ask about it when you request a free estimate from Porter Roofing, and settle it before work starts.
The association says shingles should extend 1/4 to 3/4 inch beyond an L-shaped drip edge at eaves and rakes. With no drip edge, it says overhangs should extend 3/8 to 1 inch. These are the association's numbers for shingled roofs, so they are worth raising with a roofer. Ask about the overhang on your Orangevale roof when you request a free estimate from Porter Roofing.
A drip edge is fastened to the deck with roofing nails. The association says to space the nails 8 to 10 inches on center. It says not to nail into the vertical portion of any drip edge. Those are the details the page gives. Ask about the fastening on your roof when you request a free estimate from Porter Roofing in Orangevale.
The association says drip edges provide efficient water shedding at the eave, gable and rake. It says that with no drip edge, shingle overhangs should extend 3/8 to 1 inch at eaves and rakes. It also says a drip edge is strongly recommended on all shingled roofs. Ask whether your Orangevale roof has one when you request a free estimate from Porter Roofing.
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