Metal Roof Gable Edge

Gable trim creates watertight transitions in the critical locations where the roof s slope or direction changes.

Metal roof gable edge. Add up the total amount of gable of the roof and divide by 9 5 10 long length 26 gauge metal. Place corner pieces where panels will meet bends at the edge of the roofing. If you want a clean looking and weather tight roof then you will need gable trim. Each trim features ends on the flashing that help match the lines of your other attached trim.

How many do i need. If there are gutters installed on the eaves the eave flashing should be installed to overhang the lip of the gutter by about 1 2 inch. Gable rake flashing is a professional trim product that covers the exposed ends of metal roofing panels resulting in a neater appearance. Designed to finish off the edge of your roof this gable trim is the perfect finishing touch to your project.

At the right of the roof along the gable end we see more drip edge being used to flash the roof gable end fascia trim and roof edge. When used with sealant this gable trim provides a watertight seal to your roof. 10 long length 26 gauge metal installs at the rake end of the roof matches the color of the panel use with tacky tape. The installation detail that we are looking at now is the exposed fastener gable trim.

We also have the exterior face that has the drip edge on it and this piece caps off the gable of the roof. Product overview gibraltar s galvanized steel gable rake flashing is applied over metal panels along the rake edge to direct rain water away from the fascia. Here at 1st coast metal roofing supply we value our customer service and p. Together with metal roofing panels gable trim reduces the chance of water leaking through ceilings.

Gable trim designed to finish off the edge of the roof gable or rake. Use 1 1 4 inch nails to cover the outline of the roof with strips of metal eave flashing also called edging. On one side of the trim piece the roof side we have a fastening flange. The gable trim combined with sealant provides a watertight seal for your roof system.