Drip Edge Or No Drip Edge On Roof Edges
I have a couple of estimates to install a new asphalt shingle roof. One wants to install metal drip edging over the rake boards and the other does not. Opinions please.
I have a couple of estimates to install a new asphalt shingle roof. One wants to install metal drip edging over the rake boards and the other does not. Opinions please.
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Why would you not?
Drip Edge
The roofer who said 'no' doesn't think it looks good or offer much protection
Probably not of much value
On my house I ran a set of cheap three tap shingles up teh rake edge (lengthwise), extending about an inch over the fascia. That gave teh shingles more support and looks great. Not much drips off a rake edge anyway, so don't need a drip edge. The double layer of shingles I used gives a thick edge and might keep the rain running down the roof and not over the rake
Who's the client?
The roofer doesn't think it looks good? Is the roofer the client? If not, who really cares what he thinks. It's just another opinion that is about as good as mine.
I'm with Dan on this one. Why wouldn't you run it? IMO it does look good (can mimic the presence of rake moulding) and does offer a bit more protection of the fascia trim.
Also protects the shingles, if you ever put a ladder up there.