How To Finish Metal Roof Edge

If the siding is vinyl use a siding removal tool to pop out the bottom edge.

How to finish metal roof edge.

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. 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. Step 4 install the metal roofing panels. By placing it slightly behind the lines we make sure that it doesn t stick out from beyond the end wall flashing.

Also called drip edge flashing or d metal they serve a vital function by directing water away from the fascia and into the gutter. Be sure the larger edge is laid so that the small edge of the next panel will overlap it. Drip edges are metal sheets usually shaped like an l installed at the edge of the roof. Fasten the z trim.

If you have a roof nailer this will make securing the underlayment faster and easier. 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. Craig hardin of hardin exteriors shows how to notch metal roofing panels at the eaves edge quickly and effectively. Clean up all remaining metal nails and screws and enjoy your new roof.

Remove sections of siding immediately adjacent to the top edge of the roof. Without a drip edge water may end up beneath the shingles and may cause damage to various parts of the home. 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. Finish the shingles up to the top edge of the lean to as described in steps 1 5 above.

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