BuffaloBud Posted November 22, 2005 Posted November 22, 2005 First, yes, I did try to Google this. What should the typical overhang that a shingle should have into a gutter? (This is going to get a lot of "different" reponses.) I had noticed that in one section of my roof I was getting a lot of water dripping down, almost like a leak. I borrowed a ladder from a neighbor to check this out. Overhang of shingle at the area in question was less that 1/4in. I know that there are some construction minded folks here. Any help?
stuckincincy Posted November 22, 2005 Posted November 22, 2005 First, yes, I did try to Google this. What should the typical overhang that a shingle should have into a gutter? (This is going to get a lot of "different" reponses.) I had noticed that in one section of my roof I was getting a lot of water dripping down, almost like a leak. I borrowed a ladder from a neighbor to check this out. Overhang of shingle at the area in question was less that 1/4in. I know that there are some construction minded folks here. Any help? 510224[/snapback] I'm not clear about what you are saying, BB. Was the water running - somehow - over the gutter? Is it somehow wicking into the structure? ???
Just Jack Posted November 22, 2005 Posted November 22, 2005 Send a PM to Hammered a Lot. He's a roofer. Warning though, he may charge you for his answer.
Nervous Guy Posted November 22, 2005 Posted November 22, 2005 The drip edge should extend 1 to 2 inches beyond the fascia. If there's too much roof overhang, pad out the gutter with wood blocks on the fascia; if there's too little, extend the drip edge.
BuffaloBud Posted November 23, 2005 Author Posted November 23, 2005 Water was running between the gutter and fascia. I don't think the overhand was sufficient. Plus, no drip edge.
nick in* england Posted November 23, 2005 Posted November 23, 2005 Bud - I think the best bet is about 1 to 2 inches...
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