Drip edge at rakes

[bmones]

If there are 1x2's along the rakes, do they still need drip edge, or does the 1x2's serve as the drip edge. Thanks

[hausdok]

Hi,

The 1 x 2 only increases the distance that water has to move to reach the actual house. If it's a nice neat install, the water will hit the 1 x 2 and run down the face of the 1 x 2 and drip away without reaching the house. If it's a sloppy install, water is just as likely to continue moving until it hits the house. Drip edging is cheap insurance; I don't understand why anyone would omit it.

ONE TEAM - ONE FIGHT!!!

Mike

[Jim Morrison]

Rake edge flashing, whether required or not, is worth the cost (in money and effort) to install, period. It's simply part of every 'first class' installation.

[bmones]

Thanks guys. I will reccomend drip edge installed.

[StevenT]

I agree wholeheartedly that drip edge is the way to go. It's cheap and easy to install... when installed prior to the roofing, it can be a pain to retrofit.

It amazes me how often... almost always... it's left off. Even on the most expensive homes.