Drip edge or drip cap is either plastic or sheet metal.
How to install roll shingle roofing.
Mark a chalk line to identify the end of your first layer.
Apply roofing cement to the roof.
Nail it in place with roofing nails that penetrate at least 3 4 inch into.
How to do it attach first course.
It not only protects the roof but it also protects the fascia.
Cut the rolled roofing.
Installing the rolled roofing 1.
For extra durability you may install roll roofing in two layers.
Install peel and stick roofing in a similar manner.
The strips should always be horizontal.
Plan so that no two butt joints are closer than 2 feet from each other.
Continue to chalk additional guidelines based on the width of the shingle through at least four courses rows across the roof.
Spread the roofing cement along the.
Install roll roofing when the temperature is at least 50 degrees fahrenheit to keep the material from cracking.
Position the first course so it overhangs the drip edges by about 1 4 inch and roll it out a.
Every 5 inches make a new mark until you get to the rop of the roof.
It also helps if you first install a layer of roofing felt.
Using a measuring tape measure 35 inches 89 cm up from.
Prepare a valley between joined roofs by cutting a strip that is 18 inches wide and covers the entire length of the valley.
Use your chalk and tape measure to mark about 12 inches up on the roof for the first set of shingles.
Repeat this on both sides of the roof.