2024年1月15日 · A drip edge is an angled metal flashing installed over the roof decking and fascia board. Its purpose is to redirect any water from the fascia into the gutters. If you don’t have a drip edge flashing, your basement, porch, siding, eaves, or …

2024年10月22日 · Proper installation of drip edge and step flashing is crucial for protecting your roof and home from water damage. Paying attention to detail in your roof’s protective system can significantly extend the life of your roof and prevent costly repairs down the line.

2024年9月18日 · Drip edge flashing directs water away from the roof’s edge, shielding the fascia and soffits from potential damage. The extra protection helps maintain the structural integrity and appearance of your roofline.

Drip edge is a type of metal flashing installed specifically on the edges of the roof. Roof flashing is used to direct water away from critical areas where the roof plane meets a vertical surface, such as around chimneys, skylights, vents, and other roof penetrations.

Installing drip edge flashing on your roof is one of the best ways to protect your home from water damage and extend the life of your roofing system. Drip edge flashing acts as a barrier, guiding water off the roof and away from the fascia and wooden components of your house.

2024年12月19日 · Drip edge flashing is an integral part of any roofing system, serving in water runoff and protection of the structure of a building. It generally consists of aluminum, copper, galvanized steel, or vinyl installed along a roof’s eaves and horizontal and sloping edges.

2025年1月1日 · Drip edge flashing, that often-overlooked metal strip along your roof’s edge, plays a vital role in protecting your home. It acts as a first line of defense against water damage, channeling runoff away from vulnerable areas like the fascia, soffit, and underlying roof structure.

Drip-edge diverts water away from roof edges so it won’t be drawn by capillary action back up under shingles or sheathing. Drip-edge also covers and protects sheathing edges from gutter splashback and ice dams along the eaves and gives rake edges a clean, finished look.